Alex Kirilloff, once considered the top prospect in the Twins’ organization, announced Thursday he is retiring from the sport after four injury-plagued seasons in the major leagues. Kirilloff, who will turn 27 on Nov.

Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff has announced his retirement at age 26 after a series of injuries kept the 2016 first-round draft pick from fulfilling his potential.

Kirilloff started the 2024 season with the Twins but he was placed on the injured list with a back issue in June. He was set to return in August but a rehab assignment was halted after one game and he did not play again the rest of the season.