Chase Headley
Born: 5/9/1984 in Fountain, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-06-15 | Final Game: 2018-05-11
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Chase Jordan Headley
Biography
Chase Headley was an accomplished professional baseball player known for his versatility and solid offensive contributions during his career, which spanned from 2007 to 2018. Born in 1984, Headley played primarily as a third baseman and established himself as a reliable presence in the lineup. Over the course of 1,436 games, he recorded 1,337 hits, 130 home runs, and 596 RBIs, culminating in a career batting average of .263. His ability to both drive in runs and maintain a consistent batting presence made him a valuable player for the teams he represented, particularly the San Diego Padres and the New York Yankees.
Headley's career also featured a notable peak in 2012 when he emerged as one of the premier third basemen in the league, culminating in a Gold Glove award and a Silver Slugger award that year. In addition to his offensive prowess, he demonstrated speed on the base paths, totaling 93 stolen bases throughout his career, showcasing his all-around skill set. Playing in an era characterized by powerful hitters and evolving offensive strategies, Headley was recognized for his balanced approach to the game, contributing both defensively and offensively to his teams. After retiring in 2018, his legacy within the game continued to be appreciated by fans and analysts alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1436 | 5088 | 637 | 1337 | 272 | 16 | 130 | 596 | 93 | 574 | 1298 | 0.263 | 0.342 | 0.399 | 0.742 | 3107.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 8 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | SDP | NL | 91 | 331 | 34 | 89 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 38 | 4 | 30 | 104 | 0.269 | 72.5 |
| 2009 | SDP | NL | 156 | 543 | 62 | 142 | 31 | 2 | 12 | 64 | 10 | 62 | 133 | 0.262 | -145.8 |
| 2010 | SDP | NL | 161 | 610 | 77 | 161 | 29 | 3 | 11 | 58 | 17 | 56 | 139 | 0.264 | -409.2 |
| 2011 | SDP | NL | 113 | 381 | 43 | 110 | 28 | 1 | 4 | 44 | 13 | 52 | 92 | 0.289 | 714.6 |
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 161 | 604 | 95 | 173 | 31 | 2 | 31 | 115 | 17 | 86 | 157 | 0.286 | 2800.4 |
| 2013 | SDP | NL | 141 | 520 | 59 | 130 | 35 | 2 | 13 | 50 | 8 | 67 | 142 | 0.250 | 670.1 |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 58 | 191 | 28 | 50 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 29 | 49 | 0.262 | 457.6 |
| 2014 | SDP | NL | 77 | 279 | 27 | 64 | 12 | 1 | 7 | 32 | 4 | 22 | 73 | 0.229 | 457.6 |
| 2015 | NYY | AL | 156 | 580 | 74 | 150 | 29 | 1 | 11 | 62 | 0 | 51 | 135 | 0.259 | -356.8 |
| 2016 | NYY | AL | 140 | 467 | 58 | 118 | 18 | 1 | 14 | 51 | 8 | 51 | 118 | 0.253 | -192.1 |
| 2017 | NYY | AL | 147 | 512 | 77 | 140 | 30 | 1 | 12 | 61 | 9 | 60 | 132 | 0.273 | 232.0 |
| 2018 | SDP | NL | 27 | 52 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0.115 | -411.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 32 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0.219 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | ALCS | NYA | 6 | 18 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.389 |
| 2015 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 58 | 46 | 354 | 24 | 2 | 24 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1123 | 1088 | 703 | 2078 | 107 | 173 |
| OF | 196 | 193 | 371 | 7 | 8 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDN | 3B | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | SDN | 3B | 7 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | SDN | OF | 82 | 82 | 156 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2009 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SDN | 3B | 28 | 25 | 10 | 39 | 5 | 2 |
| 2009 | SDN | OF | 114 | 111 | 215 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 2010 | SDN | 3B | 158 | 156 | 82 | 293 | 13 | 21 |
| 2011 | SDN | 3B | 107 | 102 | 95 | 166 | 11 | 16 |
| 2012 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | SDN | 3B | 159 | 159 | 100 | 315 | 10 | 20 |
| 2013 | SDN | 3B | 140 | 138 | 83 | 252 | 11 | 18 |
| 2014 | NYA | 1B | 7 | 6 | 51 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 2014 | NYA | 3B | 51 | 49 | 34 | 110 | 2 | 11 |
| 2014 | SDN | 3B | 76 | 75 | 43 | 124 | 6 | 14 |
| 2015 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | NYA | 3B | 155 | 148 | 99 | 302 | 23 | 25 |
| 2016 | NYA | 3B | 140 | 134 | 90 | 278 | 10 | 25 |
| 2017 | NYA | 1B | 45 | 37 | 285 | 19 | 1 | 16 |
| 2017 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | NYA | 3B | 86 | 85 | 56 | 175 | 13 | 17 |
| 2018 | SDN | 1B | 3 | 3 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | SDN | 3B | 11 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 58 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1123 |
| Left Field | 196 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Gold Glove | 3B |
| 2012 | Player of the Month | August |
| 2012 | Player of the Month | September |
| 2012 | Player of the Week | Week of 2012-08-12 |
| 2012 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
| 2012 | This Year in Baseball Breakout Hitter of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NYA | AL | $13,000,000 |
| 2015 | NYA | AL | $13,000,000 |
| 2014 | SDN | NL | $10,525,000 |
| 2013 | SDN | NL | $8,575,000 |
| 2012 | SDN | NL | $3,475,000 |
| 2011 | SDN | NL | $2,325,000 |
| 2010 | SDN | NL | $427,700 |
| 2009 | SDN | NL | $411,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $51,739,200 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of the Pacific | Stockton | CA | 2003 |
| University of Tennessee | Knoxville | TN | 2004, 2005 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 5th | 127.0 | 448 | 0 |