Summary
Chris Owings, a utility player in Major League Baseball (MLB), announced his retirement after 16 years in professional baseball. Owings, who played for several teams including the Arizona Diamondbacks and most recently the Los Angeles Dodgers' Triple-A team, expressed gratitude for his baseball journey and achievements.
Key Facts
- Chris Owings announced his retirement on Instagram after 16 years in professional baseball.
- Owings played as a utility player, meaning he could fill many positions on a team.
- His MLB career included time with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies, Baltimore Orioles, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
- In his final season, Owings played for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets, a Dodgers’ farm team.
- Owings had a successful minor league season in 2024 with a .262 batting average, 9 home runs, and 32 RBIs.
- He was first drafted 41st overall by the Diamondbacks in 2009.
- Owings' standout season was in 2015 with the Diamondbacks, leading the National League in triples.
- Owings thanked the game for lasting friendships and memories and expressed excitement for his future after retirement.
