Jaye Chapman


Jaye Lawrence Chapman is an American professional baseball pitcher who is currently a free agent.

Career

Atlanta Braves

Chapman was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 16th round of the 2005 MLB Draft out of A. Crawford Mosley High School in Lynn Haven, Florida. He played for Jed Douglas. The Braves added him to the 40 man roster after the 2011 season to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

Chicago Cubs

Chapman was traded to the Chicago Cubs with Arodys Vizcaíno for Reed Johnson and Paul Maholm in July 2012.
Chapman made his major league debut on September 4, 2012 against the Washington Nationals.

Bridgeport Bluefish

Chapman signed with the Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League for the 2014 season. He pitched to a 2–3 record with a 3.86 ERA in 50 games for the Bluefish.

Milwaukee Brewers

On November 15, 2014, Chapman was signed to a minor league deal by the Milwaukee Brewers.
He was invited to spring training by the Milwaukee Brewers for the 2016 season.

Tampa Bay Rays

He was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays on July 10, 2016.

Texas Rangers

He was released by the Texas Rangers on July 13, 2017.