Michael Chavis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Michael Chavis |
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Chavis with the Indianapolis Indians in 2021
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| Free agent | |||
| First baseman / Second baseman | |||
| Born: August 11, 1995 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
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| April 20, 2019, for the Boston Red Sox | |||
| MLB statistics (through 2023 season) |
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| Batting average | .238 | ||
| Home runs | 42 | ||
| Runs batted in | 142 | ||
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Michael Scott Chavis (born August 11, 1995) is an American professional baseball player. He plays as an infielder, which means he can play different positions on the field. Michael has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams like the Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Washington Nationals. He is known for batting and throwing with his right hand.
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Early Life and School
Michael Chavis grew up in Marietta, Georgia. He went to Sprayberry High School there. In 2014, he won a home run contest at a big baseball event called the Perfect Game All-American Classic.
During his last year of high school, Michael was named the best baseball player in Georgia. He had amazing stats, hitting 13 home runs and helping his team score many runs. He was also very fast, stealing 21 bases.
Michael's Baseball Journey
Starting with the Red Sox
Minor League Adventures
The Boston Red Sox picked Michael Chavis in the first round of the 2014 baseball draft. This was a big deal! Instead of going to college, Michael decided to sign with the Red Sox and start his professional career.
He began playing for the GCL Red Sox, a team for new players. He hit his first home run and helped his team win the Gulf Coast League championship. In 2015, he played for the Greenville Drive and hit 15 home runs. This was the most home runs by any player in the Red Sox's minor league system that year.
In 2017, Michael had a fantastic season. He hit 17 home runs for the Salem Red Sox before moving up to the Portland Sea Dogs. He was even named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the Carolina League All-Star Game. That year, he hit a total of 31 home runs, which was a lot for a minor league player. He became one of the Red Sox's top young players.
A Challenge and a Comeback
In April 2018, Michael faced a challenge. He was suspended for 80 games because of a rule violation. He said he never knew he took anything that was against the rules. After his suspension, he returned to play for different minor league teams. He played well, hitting nine home runs in 46 games. After this, the Red Sox added him to their main roster, which meant he was closer to playing in the big leagues.
Playing in the Major Leagues
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Michael Chavis started the 2019 season in Triple-A. But on April 19, he got the call to join the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball! He made his first MLB appearance the very next day. A few days later, he hit his first big league home run.
In May 2019, Michael won the American League Rookie of the Month Award. This award goes to the best new player in the league for that month. He was doing great, hitting many home runs and helping his team score. In July, he hit his first "grand slam," which is a home run with all bases loaded. He finished the 2019 season with 18 home runs and 58 runs batted in for the Red Sox.
In the shorter 2020 season, Michael was part of the Red Sox's starting lineup. He played in 42 games, hitting five home runs. In 2021, he continued to play for the Red Sox and their minor league team in Worcester.
Time with the Pirates
On July 30, 2021, Michael Chavis was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates. He played in 12 games for the Pirates that season and also spent time with their Triple-A team.
In 2022, Michael played in 129 games for the Pirates, which was the most games he had played in a single season. He hit 14 home runs and helped his team score 49 runs. After the season, he became a free agent, meaning he could sign with any team.
Playing for the Nationals
On January 2, 2023, Michael signed a contract with the Washington Nationals. He made their Opening Day roster, which was exciting! He played in 48 games for the Nationals, hitting two home runs. After the season, he chose to become a free agent again.
With the Seattle Mariners
In January 2024, Michael signed a minor league deal with the Seattle Mariners. He played in 46 games for their Triple-A team, the Tacoma Rainiers. He hit seven home runs and had 29 runs batted in. In June, he was released by the Mariners organization.
Joining the Chicago White Sox
On June 5, 2024, Michael Chavis signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox. He became a free agent again after the 2024 season.
Fun Facts and Personal Life
Michael Chavis has a cool nickname: "Ice Horse." This nickname was created by fans on a podcast about the Red Sox, and Michael himself started using it!
Michael is a Christian. He often shares encouraging messages on social media, talking about his faith. He has a special connection to the time 11:11. He was told that at 11:11, you make a wish. But he decided to use that time to say a prayer instead, to make it more meaningful.
Michael has shared that his father is of Cherokee Indian background, and his mother is from New York.
