Kevin Chapman
Born: 2/19/1988 in Coral Springs, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-08-09 | Final Game: 2016-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Kevin Allen Chapman
Biography
Kevin Chapman, born in 1988, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 until 2016. He made his debut on August 9, 2013, and concluded his career on October 2, 2016. Throughout his time in the league, Chapman was known for his competitive spirit and ability to contribute both as a reliever and as a spot starter. He finished his career with a record of 3-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.09, demonstrating his capability to navigate through challenging innings.
In his relatively short career, Chapman recorded a total of 48 strikeouts, showcasing his strikeout potential on the mound, and he also contributed to his team's efforts by securing 1 save. His playing style was characterized by a balanced approach that combined control and the ability to induce weak contact from opposing hitters. Although he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Chapman's determination and skill earned him a respected place in the game during his tenure.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 55.0 | 54 | 25 | 5 | 31 | 48 | 4.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 1 | 1 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 20.3 | 13 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 1.77 | -210.2 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 22 | 11 | 11 | 19 | 4.64 | -527.8 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 3.38 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | HOU | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | HOU | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 58 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | P | 25 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | HOU | P | 21 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | HOU | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | HOU | P | 9 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 58 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | HOU | AL | $503,400 |
| Total Career Earnings | $503,400 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | Gainesville | FL | 2007, 2009, 2010 |