Utility player who excelled in multiple positions, earning a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger award, and holding the MLB record for most consecutive games played with a plate appearance.
Chone Figgins, nicknamed Figgy, is an American former professional baseball third baseman and outfielder, renowned for his exceptional versatility, playing all positions except catcher, pitcher, and first base in his Major League Baseball (MLB) career.
Born on January 22, 1978, in Leary, Georgia, Figgins was raised in Brandon, Florida, by his parents, Charles Figgins and Eva Callins, who shared the same birthday and lived next door to each other in Leary. His parents, both competitive slowpitch softball players and avid baseball fans, instilled in him a passion for the sport.
Figgins attended Brandon High School, where he excelled as a shortstop, before being drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the fourth round of the 1997 MLB Draft.
Figgins was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in 1997 and was subsequently moved to second base due to the team's higher expectations for Juan Uribe at shortstop.
In July 2001, Figgins was traded to the Anaheim Angels for outfielder Kimera Bartee. He made his major league debut as a pinch runner on August 25, 2002, against the Boston Red Sox, and recorded his first hit, an RBI single, off Aaron Myette of the Texas Rangers on September 15, 2002.
Figgins' breakout year came in 2005, when he was moved to leadoff hitter after original leadoff hitter David Eckstein signed with the St. Louis Cardinals. He utilized his speed to steal an American League-high 62 bases, the second-most in Angels history.
That year, he played two positions in the same game 24 times, earning him the co-MVP of the 2005 season for the Angels, alongside Bartolo Colón.
Figgins signed with the Seattle Mariners as a free agent in 2010, playing for the team until 2012. He later played for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2014.
Figgins is known for his charitable efforts, particularly in his hometown of Brandon, Florida, where he has organized baseball clinics for underprivileged children.
Chone Figgins' remarkable versatility, speed, and agility made him a valuable asset to his teams, inspiring a generation of utility players. His impressive career serves as a testament to his dedication, hard work, and passion for the game.
Figgins' legacy extends beyond his playing career, as he continues to contribute to the baseball community through his involvement in various charitable initiatives.
Chone Figgins' remarkable MLB career, marked by his exceptional versatility, speed, and agility, has cemented his place as one of the most memorable utility players in baseball history.
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