articleThe Brief Longtime Braves reliever Jesse Chavez, 41, has officially retired after 16 MLB seasons and six stints with Atlanta. Chavez, a 42nd-round draft pick in 2002, played for 10 MLB teams and was part of the Braves’ "Night Shift" bullpen during their 2021 World Series win. The Braves face the Texas Rangers tonight at Globe Life Field, with first pitch set for 8:05 p.m. Longtime Atlanta Braves reliever Jesse Chavez has officially announced his retirement, ending a career that spanned 16 major league seasons, multiple teams, and countless comebacks. What's next:The Braves continue their current series tonight against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 8:05 p.m.