Stephen Vogt announces retirement, ending an era with a home run

Athletics catcher Stephen Vogt announces retirement, end of an era

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Stephen Vogt was playing in the final match of his big league career.

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In his final MLB game, Stephen Vogt's kids announced his name as he came up to bat.

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As Vogt walked up to the plate, his children introduced him as "Our dad, Number 21, Stefan Vogt".

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His career ended with a home run and the kids introduced him with his first bat.

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The end of a career with a home run is a memorable end.

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On addressing the fan's final time, they began to chant "I believe in Stephen Vogt".

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"I will always be an Oakland A. This place is home forever and I just can't be thankful enough for the way you welcomed my family with open arms," Vogt said.

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