Vazquez won't pitch in 2013 By Michael Hurcomb Feb 27, 2013 at 5:26 am ET • 1 min read Share Share Video Link copied! The Washington Post reports free agent pitcher Javier Vazquez has pulled out of the World Baseball Classic and won't pitch in the majors this season because of knee surgery. The paper reports Vazquez is considering retirement. More News Vazquez to have minor surgery 01/28/2013 • by Michael Hurcomb Vazquez throwing in mid-90s 01/10/2013 • by Nando Di Fino Vazquez, Nationals have mutual interest 01/06/2013 • by Al Melchior