Kevin Chapman (baseball)
Kevin Chapman | |
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![]() Chapman with the Houston Astros in 2013 | |
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
[edit]Chapman was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 42nd round of the 2006 MLB draft out of Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Florida,[1] but did not sign and attended the University of Florida.[2] He was then drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 50th round of the 2009 Major League Baseball Draft, but again chose not to sign and returned to Florida.[3]
Kansas City Royals
[edit]The Kansas City Royals drafted Chapman in the fourth round, with the 119th overall selection, the of the 2010 Major League Baseball draft and he signed.[4] He made his professional debut with the High–A Wilmington Blue Rocks, accumulating a 5.50 ERA with 20 strikeouts across 18 innings of work.[5]
Chapman split the 2011 campaign between Wilmington and the Double–A Northwest Arkansas Naturals, compiling a 4.94 ERA with 90 strikeouts and 10 saves across 40 relief appearances.[6]
Houston Astros
[edit]On March 20, 2012, Chapman and a player to be named later were traded to the Houston Astros in exchange for Humberto Quintero and Jason Bourgeois.[7]
Chapman was invited to spring training in 2013 and received his first callup to MLB later that season on August 8.[8][9] He was optioned to the Oklahoma City RedHawks on April 17, 2014,[10] and recalled on July 1.[11] He was optioned the next day,[12] and recalled for the second time that season on August 15.[13] Chapman started the 2015 season with the Fresno Grizzlies, after spending spring training at the major league level.[14] He was recalled in May,[15] and returned to the minor leagues later that month.[16] Chapman began the 2016 season in the minor leagues.[17] He was called up to the major leagues on August 11 to fill out the roster for a doubleheader.[18][19] At the end of the minor league season in September, Chapman was promoted to the major league level.[20]
Chapman was eligible to represent Canada at the 2017 World Baseball Classic because his father was born in Ontario.[21][22]
Atlanta Braves
[edit]Chapman was claimed off of waivers by the Atlanta Braves on March 13, 2017.[23][24] He was assigned to the Triple-A Gwinnett Braves on March 31.[25]
Minnesota Twins
[edit]On May 8, 2017, Chapman was traded to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Danny Santana.[26] He was released on June 13, 2017.
New Britain Bees
[edit]On April 3, 2018, Chapman signed with the New Britain Bees of the independent Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.[27]
Detroit Tigers
[edit]On May 20, 2018, Chapman's contract was purchased by the Detroit Tigers.[28] In 14 games for the Triple–A Toledo Mud Hens, he recorded a 3.45 ERA with 13 strikeouts and two saves across 15+2⁄3 innings pitched. Chapman elected free agency following the season on November 2.[29]
Personal
[edit]Chapman's cousin Matt den Dekker is a former professional baseball player.[30]
References
[edit]- ^ 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.
- ^ "Kevin Chapman Player Card". baseballprospectus.com. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
- ^ "Kevin Chapman Stats & Scouting Report". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Minor League Free Agents 2018". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved May 20, 2024.
- ^ McTaggart, Brian (September 26, 2014). "Chapman thrilled to share field with cousin den Dekker". MLB.com. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
External links
[edit]- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
- Florida Gators bio
- Kevin Chapman on X
- 1988 births
- Living people
- American sportspeople of Canadian descent
- Corpus Christi Hooks players
- Florida Gators baseball players
- Fresno Grizzlies players
- Gwinnett Braves players
- Houston Astros players
- Major League Baseball pitchers
- New Britain Bees players
- Northwest Arkansas Naturals players
- Oklahoma City RedHawks players
- Sportspeople from Coral Springs, Florida
- Baseball players from Broward County, Florida
- Toledo Mud Hens players
- Wilmington Blue Rocks players
- World Baseball Classic players of Canada
- 2017 World Baseball Classic players
- Westminster Academy (Florida) alumni