​MIAMI, FL – AUGUST 22: Chad Green #57 of the New York Yankees before the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on August 22, 2018 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Yankees have plenty of work to do this offseason after another disappointing playoff run ended well short of their ultimate goal. Although the roster still features some of baseball’s biggest stars, the front office must determine which additions can help the franchise get back to the World Series and end its championship drought.“The Yankees don’t need a complete makeover this offseason, but they do need reinforcements,” Chirs Kirschner noted for The Athletic.That assessment captures the challenge facing New York as it evaluates its roster and considers potential additions for next season. And as the team works through its options, it recently got a surprising update from a familiar face who contributed to the team for seven seasons.FORBES | By Peter ChawagaDodgers Castoff Gets Rays Update In Middle Of World Series RunFormer New York Yankees Pitcher Details Retirement DecisionEarlier this week, news surfaced that a former Yankees bullpen mainstay had officially ended his career shortly after his latest roster cut. The veteran spent years providing reliable relief innings in the Bronx before finishing his major league tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays.“I officially just called it quits in April, early April,” Chad Green confirmed during a recent interview with Area Sports. “I was still throwing and stuff once I got designated last year. I was still kind of working out and throwing and getting ready just in case an offer was worth it and something that I could leave and go do. But nothing really materialized.”The Blue Jays designated Green for assignment on July 29, 2025, after acquiring reliever Seranthony Dominguez en route to the World Series. The Blue Jays subsequently released Green in August 2025, ending his time with the organization and then his career shortly thereafter.FORBES | By Peter ChawagaRed Sox Legendary World Series Outfielder Dies After 13-Year CareerNew York Yankees Mainstay Officially Announces RetirementGreen emerged as a valuable member of the Yankees’ bullpen after arriving in 2016. His best season came in 2017, when he recorded a 1.83 ERA with 103 strikeouts across 69 innings, establishing himself as one of the team’s most dependable relief options.Green finished his major league career with 43 wins, 29 saves and 591 strikeouts across 492.2 innings. He also recorded a 3.43 career ERA.His time in Toronto included a productive 2024 campaign, when he posted a 3.21 ERA and collected 17 saves in 53⅓ innings. And despite a disappointing and quiet end to his career, Green expressed appreciation for his time in baseball.“I have no ill feelings towards baseball or anything,” he added during the interview. “We’re definitely grateful for our experience.”Green’s retirement closes the boo