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Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / January 22
Former Tampa Bay Rays All-Stars Fall Off Hall of Fame Ballot In Disappointing News
In disappointing news, former Tampa Bay Rays stars Fernando Rodney and Ben Zobrist have fallen off the ballot for the National Baseball Hall of Fame. While Ichiro, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner were elected on Tuesday night, Zobrist and Rodney failed to secure even one vote.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 6
Hall of Fame Out of Reach For Former Rays Stars Ben Zobrist, Fernando Rodney in 2025
Only one Hall of Famer has ever donned a Tampa Bay Rays uniform – Wade Boggs, who spent just two seasons in St. Petersburg after 11 in Boston and five in the Bronx.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 22
One of Baseball’s Best Ever Closers Finds Himself on the HOF Ballot
For nearly two decades, Fernando Rodney captivated baseball fans with his unorthodox style, signature tilted cap, and celebratory arrow-shooting after recording saves.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 29
Former Seattle Mariners Closer Fernando Rodney to Play Pro Ball in Canada Next Year
Recently, it was announced that former Seattle Mariners closer Fernando Rodney is on the ballot for the National Baseball Hall of Fame. It's the first appearance for Rodney, who pitched for 17 years at the big-league level.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / November 28
Former Tigers, Rays Closer Fernando Rodney Set to Continue Career in Canada
Fernando Rodney may be 47 years old, five seasons removed from his last MLB appearance, but he isn't done pitching just yet. The Hamilton Cardinals have signed Rodney for the 2025 season, the team announced Thursday.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 21
Washington Nationals World Champion on Baseball Hall of Fame Ballot
The Washington Nationals have a member of their 2019 World Series championship team on this year's Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, as Fernando Rodney is a candidate for the first time.
Ben Zobrist and Fernando Rodney are on the 2025 BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot 
Two Rays have a chance at enshrinement The ballot is out for the Baseball Writers Association of America to vote to select the National Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2025.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 18
2 Former Angels Join 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot for First Time
The Los Angeles Angels have employed two candidates debuting on the BBWAA ballot in 2025. Neither second baseman Ian Kinsler nor pitcher Fernando Rodney will probably select the Angels for their cap if elected to the Hall of Fame, but did spend some time as Halos during their storied careers.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / November 18
Tampa Bay Rays' Ben Zobrist, Fernando Rodney Among 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot Newcomers
The Tampa Bay Rays don't have a ton of representation in Cooperstown, but they have a few alumni who are looking to change that this winter. The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced the 2025 ballot for the Baseball Writers' Association of America on Monday, including both fresh faces and a handful of returnees.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / November 18
Former Minnesota Twins Closer Makes BBWAA Hall of Fame Ballot
Last summer the Minnesota Twins turned their attention towards the Baseball Hall of Fame as legendary catcher Joe Mauer was a first ballot inductee. They don’t have a representative of that ilk on the ballot this time around, but a former closer makes his debut on the Baseball Writers Association of America’s ballot.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 22, 2024
Ex-Padres Reliever Attempting MLB Comeback at 46 Years Old
Former San Diego Padres relief pitcher Fernando Rodney is attempting to make a comeback to Major League Baseball at age 46. Rodney hasn’t pitched in the big leagues since 2019, when he played for the eventual World Series champion Washington Nationals.
Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 20, 2024
Arrows up: Iconic reliever wants to make MLB comeback at 46 years old
Fernando Rodney was one of the best MLB relievers this century. He wants back in with his 47th birthday nearing.
Los Angeles Angels News / Trade Talk Sports / January 20, 2024
Former MLB Reliever Fernando Rodney Eyeing Comeback
Fernando Rodney last pitched in the majors back in 2019 with the Washington Nationals. During the season, he finally secured his lone World Series ring in what was his 17th season.
Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18, 2024
Out of MLB for years, three-time All-Star pitcher eyeing comeback at age 46
He will turn 47 years old this March and has continued to pitch professionally in Mexico over the last several years.
Los Angeles Angels News / Fastball on SI / January 18, 2024
Former MLB All-Star Wants Another Big League Chance, Seeking to Play Until 50!
While he knows it's unlikely, former All-Star closer Fernando Rodney wants another big league opportunity. Since last appearing in the majors back in 2019, Rodney has been bouncing around various leagues in the Dominican Republic and Mexico.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17, 2019
10 MLB players we may not see on the field after this season
As we come down the stretch of the 2019 season, it's inevitable that some players in MLB are reaching their final days in baseball. These 10 players could be wrapping up their careers this fall.
The 15 best MLB players over 35
MLB has become a young man's game, but many older guys can still play. Here are the 15 best players in MLB over the age of 35 heading into the 2019 season.
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