History of Andrés Chaparro in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 18, 2026

Andrés Chaparro is a professional baseball player known for his powerful hitting and versatility as an infielder. Originally signed as an international free agent by the New York Yankees in 2015, he spent several years developing within their minor league system, where he showcased significant raw power and home-run potential. Following his tenure with the Yankees, he joined the Arizona Diamondbacks organization and eventually made his highly anticipated Major League Baseball (MLB) debut in 2024 with the Washington Nationals. Throughout his professional journey, Chaparro has been recognized as a disciplined hitter capable of driving the ball to all fields. His transition to the major leagues marked the culmination of years of hard work in the farm system, establishing him as a young talent to watch in the professional baseball landscape.

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May 4, 1999: Birth of Andrés Alfonso Chaparro

Andrés Alfonso Chaparro, the future Venezuelan professional baseball player, was born on May 4, 1999.

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July 2, 2015: Signed with the New York Yankees

On July 2, 2015, Andrés Chaparro officially signed with the New York Yankees as an international free agent.

2016: Professional debut with Dominican Summer League Yankees

In 2016, Andrés Chaparro made his professional baseball debut playing for the Dominican Summer League Yankees, where he finished the season with a .238 batting average over 50 games.

2017: Played for the Pulaski Yankees

During the 2017 season, Andrés Chaparro competed for the rookie-level Pulaski Yankees, recording a slash line of .191/.249/.348 with 7 home runs and 20 RBI.

2018: 2018 season with Staten Island Yankees

During the 2018 season, Andrés Chaparro played for the Low-A Staten Island Yankees, where he recorded a .191 batting average over the course of 60 games.

2019: 2019 season with Staten Island Yankees

In 2019, Andrés Chaparro continued his career with the Low-A Staten Island Yankees, participating in 57 games and achieving a .246 batting average.

2020: 2020 minor league season cancellation

Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the minor league baseball season was cancelled in 2020, resulting in Andrés Chaparro not playing in any official games during that year.

2021: Return to Action with Tampa Tarpons and Hudson Valley Renegades

In 2021, Andrés Chaparro returned to professional play with the Single-A Tampa Tarpons and the High-A Hudson Valley Renegades, appearing in 101 games and recording a .267/.381/.468 slash line with 15 home runs and 73 RBI, followed by a stint in the Arizona Fall League.

2022: Performance with Yankees Affiliates and Somerset Patriots

During the 2022 season, Chaparro played across three affiliates including the Florida Complex League Yankees, Tampa, and the Double-A Somerset Patriots, totaling 71 games with a .296/.370/.592 performance, 20 home runs, and 55 RBI.

November 6, 2023: Andrés Chaparro Elects Free Agency

On November 6, 2023, following a standout 2023 season with the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders where he set new personal records in home runs and RBI, Andrés Chaparro officially elected free agency.

November 19, 2023: Signed minor league contract with Arizona Diamondbacks

On November 19, 2023, Andrés Chaparro officially signed a minor league contract to join the Arizona Diamondbacks organization.

July 30, 2024: Trade to the Washington Nationals

On July 30, 2024, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Andrés Chaparro to the Washington Nationals in exchange for pitcher Dylan Floro.

2024: Productive 2024 season with Reno Aces

Throughout the 2024 season, Chaparro played 95 games for the Triple-A Reno Aces, achieving a batting line of .332/.403/.564 while recording 19 home runs and 75 RBIs.