Braves' Chipper Jones to retire after 2012 season. Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones made it official on Thursday, announcing he will retire after the 2012 season. Jones, who turns 40 next month, said he hopes to remain with the Braves organization in some capacity after this season. Jones, who was the No. 1 selection in the 1990 draft, has played his entire 18-year career in the Braves organization, the longest such stint for an active player. GALLERY: Chipper Jones.