Kevin Chapman (baseball)

Kevin Chapman
Houston Astros – No. 50
Pitcher
Born: (1988-02-19) February 19, 1988
Coral Springs, Florida
Bats: Left Throws: Left
MLB debut
August 9, 2013, for the Houston Astros
MLB statistics
(through 2016 season)
Win–loss record 3–1
Earned run average 4.09
Strikeouts 48
WHIP 1.55
Teams

Kevin Allen Chapman (born February 19, 1988) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball.

Career

Chapman was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 42nd round of the 2006 Major League Baseball Draft out of Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, but did not sign and attended the University of Florida. 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. The Kansas City Royals drafted him in the fourth round of the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft and he signed.[1] Chapman was traded to the Houston Astros in 2012.[2]

Chapman was called up to the majors for the first time on August 8, 2013.[3]

Personal

Chapman's cousin Matt den Dekker plays outfield for the Washington Nationals.[4]

References

  1. ↑ Chapman surprise Draft choice on Day 2
  2. ↑ LHP Kevin Chapman traded to Astros
  3. ↑ Astros designate Travis Blackley for assignment; call up Kevin Chapman
  4. ↑ Chapman thrilled to share field with cousin den Dekker


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