Longtime Diamondbacks, Dodgers Gold Glove Outfielder Announces Retirement

David Peralta played 961 of his 1,231 career games with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 4:23pm

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Outfielder David Peralta, who played 961 of his 1,231 career games with the Arizona Diamondbacks, announced his retirement from professional baseball on Wednesday. The 38-year-old last played in the Major Leagues in 2024 with the San Diego Padres, and appeared in 12 contests this offseason in the Venezuelan Winter League with the Bravos de Margarita.

Why it matters

Peralta was a fan favorite in Arizona, earning a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger during his nine-year tenure with the Diamondbacks from 2014-2022. His retirement marks the end of an era for the franchise, as he was one of the longest-tenured players in Diamondbacks history.

The details

Peralta began his professional career as a left-handed pitcher in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. A two-year stint as an outfielder in the American Association of Professional helped him land a gig with the D-Backs. Only Luis Gonzalez, Paul Goldschmidt, and Ketel Marte have played more games in a Diamondbacks uniform than Peralta.

  • Peralta announced his retirement on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
  • Peralta last played in the Major Leagues in 2024 with the San Diego Padres.
  • Peralta appeared in 12 contests this offseason in the Venezuelan Winter League with the Bravos de Margarita.

The players

David Peralta

A 38-year-old outfielder who played 961 of his 1,231 career games with the Arizona Diamondbacks, earning a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger during his nine-year tenure with the team from 2014-2022.

Luis Gonzalez

A former Diamondbacks player who has played more games in a Diamondbacks uniform than Peralta.

Paul Goldschmidt

A former Diamondbacks player who has played more games in a Diamondbacks uniform than Peralta.

Ketel Marte

A current Diamondbacks player who has played more games in a Diamondbacks uniform than Peralta.

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What they’re saying

“Thank you to the Arizona Diamondbacks organization for making my dreams come true, believing in me and giving me the opportunity to play the best baseball in the world — MLB.”

— David Peralta

The takeaway

Peralta's retirement marks the end of an era for the Diamondbacks franchise, as he was one of the longest-tenured and most beloved players in team history. His career journey from a minor league pitcher to a Gold Glove-winning outfielder is a testament to his perseverance and talent, and he will be remembered as a fan favorite in Arizona.