Usually spring training is all about careers taking off, but occasionally veterans learn their careers are coming to an end. More often than not, players are left scrambling to find alternative jobs. The prospect of a minor league contract doesn’t appeal to players that have spent years in the big leagues. The decision to retire isn’t their choice.
Sergio Romo was able to retire on his terms and the fans got the opportunity to celebrate his tenure with the Giants. Here’s a pretty good account.
I'd rather be sitting in a ballpark. 