History of Bubba Chandler in Timeline

Roy Ruben "Bubba" Chandler is an American professional baseball pitcher who plays for the Pittsburgh Pirates of Major League Baseball (MLB). He began his MLB career in 2025.

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September 14, 2002: Bubba Chandler's birth

On September 14, 2002, Roy Ruben "Bubba" Chandler was born. He later became a professional baseball pitcher.

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July 21, 2021: Signing with Pittsburgh Pirates

On July 21, 2021, Bubba Chandler signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates for an over slot signing bonus of $3 million after being selected in the third round of the 2021 Major League Baseball draft.

2021: Senior Baseball Season

In 2021, during his senior baseball season, Bubba Chandler established himself as one of the best two-way prospects in the Major League Baseball draft. He finished the season with an 8-1 record, a 1.25 ERA, 96 strikeouts over 44+2/3 innings pitched, and a .411 batting average with 12 doubles, eight home runs, 35 RBIs, and 41 runs scored.

2022: Return to FCL Pirates and Promotion to Bradenton Marauders

In 2022, Bubba Chandler returned to the FCL Pirates after extended spring training. He was then promoted to the Bradenton Marauders of the Single-A Florida State League.

2023: Focus on Pitching

Entering the 2023 season, Bubba Chandler decided to give up playing shortstop and focus solely on pitching.

August 22, 2025: MLB Debut and Save

On August 22, 2025, Bubba Chandler was called up by the Pirates and made his debut in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies. Chandler recorded a save, becoming the first Pirates pitcher to record a save in his MLB debut.