History of Andrew Chafin in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 2, 2025

Andrew Chafin is an American professional baseball pitcher, currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels in MLB. Known by nicknames such as "Big Country" and "the Sheriff", Chafin has had a journeyman career, having previously played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, and Washington Nationals. He is recognized within the sport as a veteran relief pitcher.

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June 17, 1990: Andrew Chafin Born

On June 17, 1990, Andrew Gregory Chafin, later nicknamed "Big Country" and "the Sheriff," was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

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2009: Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year

In 2009, as a freshman at Kent State University, Andrew Chafin was named the Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year, posting a 1.26 ERA with eight saves and 55 strikeouts.

2010: Tommy John Surgery

In 2010, Andrew Chafin underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the entire season.

2011: Return as a Starter

In 2011, Andrew Chafin returned as a starter for Kent State, achieving a 2.02 ERA with 105 strikeouts over 89 innings.

2011: Drafted by Arizona Diamondbacks

In 2011, Andrew Chafin was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first round as the 43rd overall pick of the Major League Baseball draft, and he made his professional debut for the Arizona League Diamondbacks.

2012: Pitching for Visalia Rawhide

In 2012, Andrew Chafin pitched for the Visalia Rawhide, recording a 4.93 ERA with 150 strikeouts.

2013: Promotion to Mobile BayBears

In 2013, Andrew Chafin started the season with Visalia and was promoted to the Mobile BayBears, finishing the year with a 3.20 ERA and 119 strikeouts overall.

August 13, 2014: Major League Debut

On August 13, 2014, Andrew Chafin made his Major League debut for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Cleveland Indians, pitching five innings and earning a no-decision.

September 17, 2014: First Major League At-Bat

On September 17, 2014, Andrew Chafin had his first major league at-bat for the Arizona Diamondbacks, hitting a run batted in single.

2015: Converted into a Reliever

In 2015, Andrew Chafin was converted into a reliever for the Arizona Diamondbacks, finishing the season with a 5–1 record and a 2.76 ERA in 66 games.

2018: Career High Games

In 2018, Andrew Chafin pitched a career-high 77 games for the Diamondbacks, with a record of 1-6.

2019: Second Consecutive Season with 77 Games

In 2019, Andrew Chafin appeared in 77 games for the second consecutive season, finishing with a record of 2-2.

August 31, 2020: Traded to the Chicago Cubs

On August 31, 2020, Andrew Chafin was traded to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Ronny Simon.

February 2, 2021: Re-signed with the Cubs

On February 2, 2021, Andrew Chafin re-signed with the Chicago Cubs on a one-year, $2.25 million contract with a mutual option for 2022.

June 24, 2021: Combined No-Hitter

On June 24, 2021, Andrew Chafin pitched in a combined no-hitter against the Los Angeles Dodgers along with Zach Davies, Ryan Tepera, and Craig Kimbrel.

July 27, 2021: Traded to the Oakland Athletics

On July 27, 2021, Andrew Chafin was traded from the Chicago Cubs to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for Greg Deichmann and Daniel Palencia.

March 17, 2022: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

On March 17, 2022, Andrew Chafin signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Detroit Tigers.

November 6, 2022: Opted Out of Tigers Contract

On November 6, 2022, Andrew Chafin opted out of the second year of his contract with the Detroit Tigers, becoming a free agent.

February 15, 2023: Signed with Arizona Diamondbacks

On February 15, 2023, Andrew Chafin signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

August 1, 2023: Traded to the Milwaukee Brewers

On August 1, 2023, Andrew Chafin was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for pitcher Peter Strzelecki.

December 12, 2023: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

On December 12, 2023, Andrew Chafin signed a one-year, $4.25 million contract with the Detroit Tigers that included a club option for 2025.

July 30, 2024: Traded to the Texas Rangers

On July 30, 2024, Andrew Chafin was traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for Chase Lee and Joseph Montalvo.

2024: Pitched for the Detroit Tigers

In 2024, Andrew Chafin recorded a 3.16 ERA with 50 strikeouts in 41 appearances for the Detroit Tigers.

February 24, 2025: Signed Minor League Contract with Detroit Tigers

On February 24, 2025, Andrew Chafin signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers.

May 1, 2025: Signed with Washington Nationals

On May 1, 2025, Andrew Chafin signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Washington Nationals.

July 30, 2025: Traded to Los Angeles Angels

On July 30, 2025, Andrew Chafin and Luis García were traded from the Washington Nationals to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for Jake Eder and Sam Brown.