Kevin Chapman (baseball)
Kevin Chapman | |
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Pitcher | |
Born: Coral Springs, Florida, U.S. | February 19, 1988|
Batted: Left Threw: Left | |
MLB debut | |
August 9, 2013, for the Houston Astros | |
Last MLB appearance | |
October 2, 2016, for the Houston Astros | |
MLB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 3–1 |
Earned run average | 4.09 |
Strikeouts | 48 |
Teams | |
Kevin Allen Chapman (born February 19, 1988) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros from 2013 to 2016.
Career
Chapman was drafted by the
Houston Astros
Chapman was invited to spring training in 2013 and received his first callup to MLB later that season on August 8.
Chapman was eligible to represent Canada at the 2017 World Baseball Classic because his father was born in Ontario.[19][20]
Atlanta Braves
Chapman was claimed off of waivers by the Atlanta Braves on March 13, 2017.
Minnesota Twins
On May 8, 2017, Chapman was traded to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Danny Santana.[24] He was released on June 13, 2017.
New Britain Bees
On April 3, 2018, Chapman signed with the New Britain Bees of the independent Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.[25]
Detroit Tigers
On May 20, 2018, Chapman's contract was purchased by the Detroit Tigers.[26] He elected free agency on November 2, 2018.
Personal
Chapman's cousin Matt den Dekker is a former professional baseball player.[27]
References
- ^ Christy Cabrera Chirinos. "Kevin Chapman: Westminster Academy Junior Left-hander Knows Art Of Pitching". Sun-Sentinel, June 14, 2005
- ^ Zimmerman, Brandon (June 8, 2006). "Surprise: Leclerc doesn't go in draft". The Gainesville Sun. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "School-record 10 Gators selected in MLB Draft". Palm Beach Post. June 12, 2009. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Zuba, Samuel (June 8, 2010). "Chapman surprise Draft choice on Day 2". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Royals get 2 from Astros". ESPN.com. Associated Press. March 21, 2012. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Smith, Brian T. (March 25, 2013). "Astros report: Roster nearing completion". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ de Jesus Ortiz, Jose (August 8, 2013). "Astros designate Travis Blackley for assignment; call up Kevin Chapman". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Rieken, Kristie (April 18, 2014). "Shields strikes out 12, Royals sweep Astros 5-1". Libbock Avalanche-Journal. Associated Press. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Dykstra, Sam (July 1, 2014). "Astros call up outfielder Santana to bigs". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Drellich, Evan (July 2, 2014). "Astros report: Bass returns to action after 47-game absence". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Preston Tucker lifts RedHawks past Fresno". The Oklahoman. August 15, 2014. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Jon Singleton optioned to Triple-A Fresno by Astros". Fresno Bee. Associated Press. April 1, 2015. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Dtton, Bob (May 1, 2015). "Mariners' attack remains quiet for too long in 4-3 loss to Astros". The News Tribune. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Drellich, Evan (May 12, 2015). "Astros report: Springer ready to return; Grossman demoted". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Drellich, Evan (March 25, 2016). "Astros report: Dan Straily makes strong case for roster spot". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Astros-Twins game postponed by rain on umbrella night". ESPN.com. Associated Press. August 11, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Kaplan, Jake (August 10, 2016). "Kevin Chapman to join Astros for doubleheader". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Kaplan, Jake (September 5, 2016). "Astros call up Max Stassi, Kevin Chapman". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Kaplan, Jake (March 12, 2017). "Astros removing reliever Kevin Chapman from 40-man roster". Houston Chronicle.
- ^ McTaggart, Brian (February 8, 2017). "Beltran, Altuve among 8 Astros in WBC '17". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Kaplan, Jake (March 13, 2017). "Braves claim Kevin Chapman off waivers from Astros". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (March 28, 2017). "O'Flaherty, Bonifacio make Opening Day roster". MLB.com. Retrieved March 30, 2017.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (March 31, 2017). "Braves leaning toward 7-man bullpen". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Braves terminate Ryan Howard's minor league contract". ESPN.com. Associated Press. May 8, 2017. Retrieved May 10, 2017.
- ^ "Three More Added to Bee Hive". New Britain Bees. April 3, 2018.
- ^ "Chapman Signed by Tigers". New Britain Bees. May 20, 2018.
- ^ McTaggart, Brian (September 26, 2014). "Chapman thrilled to share field with cousin den Dekker". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
- Florida Gators bio
- Kevin Chapman on Twitter