The Quiet End of an Unassuming Career Professional sports often elevate those who shine brightest under the spotlight, leaving others in their shadow.
Casey Opitz's decision to retire from baseball just days before his 28th birthday is a poignant reminder that even the most dedicated athletes can fall short of their dreams.
For six seasons, Opitz was a stalwart presence within the Chicago Cubs' farm system, earning multiple invitations to big league spring training and working his way as high as Triple A Iowa.