Daniel Hudson¡¯s MLB career ended just how he wanted it.

As Hudson and the Dodgers celebrated their 7-6 World Series win over the Yankees on Wednesday night in New York, Hudson confirmed his retirement to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register.

¡°This was the only reason I came back -- to go out on top,¡± Hudson said. ¡°And that¡¯s what¡¯s happening.¡±

Hudson is the second Dodgers veteran to announce retirement after the 2024 season, with outfielder Kevin Kiermaier -- who was not on L.A.¡¯s World Series roster -- saying in July, prior to being traded to the Dodgers, that it would be his final year.

After appearing in 25 games for the Dodgers in 2022 but just three in 2023, Hudson signed a Minor League deal to return to the club. He was hoping for another World Series title, the second of his career -- and he got just that.

The 37-year-old right-hander played a significant part, too, pitching to a 3.00 ERA in 63 regular-season innings. Hudson allowed only one earned run in his first six outings of the postseason before allowing four runs in one inning in Game 4 of the World Series.

Hudson, who pitched for seven Major League teams in all, spent the most time with the D-backs (2010-16). He began his career as a starter but transitioned to the bullpen, eventually playing a key role in the Nationals¡¯ 2019 World Series victory over the Astros.

Hudson, who underwent Tommy John surgeries in 2012 and '13, wrapped up his 15-year MLB tenure with a 65-45 record, the 2011 National League Silver Slugger Award at pitcher and a 3.74 career ERA. And, of course, one more World Series ring.