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As a young athlete in high school, Greinke was an exceptional talent playing shortstop. However, his passion for sports—rooted in tennis and golf—was marred by anxiety. This struggle followed him onto the diamond, manifesting itself in what would become a lifelong battle against social anxiety disorder and depression. After being drafted sixth overall in the 2002 MLB Draft, Greinke's life changed dramatically. Instead of stepping into the limelight with excitement, he began to spiral into isolation, overwhelmed with the pressures of professionalism.