History of Chris Bassitt in Timeline

Chris Bassitt is an American professional baseball pitcher currently a free agent. He debuted in MLB in 2014 with the Chicago White Sox and has since played for the Oakland Athletics, New York Mets, and Toronto Blue Jays. Prior to his professional career, Bassitt was a standout athlete in both basketball and baseball at Genoa Area High School and later excelled at the University of Akron before beginning his MLB career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 22, 1989: Christopher Michael Bassitt Born

On February 22, 1989, Christopher Michael Bassitt was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

2007: All-Suburban Lakes League first team

In 2007, his senior year, Bassitt was named to the All-Suburban Lakes League first team in both baseball and basketball. He achieved a 1.56 ERA with 65 strikeouts in 56 innings pitched for the baseball team.

2009: Closer for Akron Zips

In 2009, as a redshirt freshman, Chris Bassitt served as the closer for the Akron Zips baseball team. He achieved a 1–2 record, a 3.52 ERA, and seven saves.

2011: Drafted by the Chicago White Sox

In 2011, Chris Bassitt was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the 16th round of the Major League Baseball draft.

2011: All-MAC Second Team Selection

In 2011, his junior year, Chris Bassitt pitched to a 1.42 ERA and was named to the All-MAC second team while playing college baseball for the Akron Zips.

2013: Named All-Star and promoted to Birmingham Barons

In 2013, Chris Bassitt was named an all-star with the Winston-Salem Dash and was later promoted to the Birmingham Barons. He transitioned to a starting pitcher role.

August 30, 2014: MLB Debut

On August 30, 2014, Chris Bassitt made his major league debut with the Chicago White Sox in a start against the Detroit Tigers.

2014: Traded to the Oakland Athletics

After the 2014 season, Chris Bassitt was traded to the Oakland Athletics from the Chicago White Sox.

2014: MLB Debut with the White Sox

In 2014, Chris Bassitt made his Major League Baseball debut with the Chicago White Sox.

2014: Right Hand Injury

Prior to the 2014 season, Chris Bassitt broke his right hand, delaying his return to Birmingham until July 29 after rehabilitative appearances.

2015: Promoted to Major Leagues

In 2015, Chris Bassitt was promoted to the major leagues by the Oakland Athletics on April 23 after starting the season with the Nashville Sounds.

May 5, 2016: Tommy John Surgery

On May 5, 2016, Chris Bassitt underwent Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the 2016 season.

2017: Missed Season Due to Surgery Recovery

In 2017, Chris Bassitt missed more than half of the season while recovering from Tommy John surgery.

June 9, 2018: Return to A's Rotation

On June 9, 2018, Chris Bassitt was recalled to the A's rotation, marking his first start in 2 years after recovering from Tommy John surgery.

March 26, 2019: Leg Injury

On March 26, 2019, Chris Bassitt was placed on the injured list due to a leg injury.

2020: American League Pitcher of the Month

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Chris Bassitt was named the American League Pitcher of the Month for September after going 3–0 with a 2.29 ERA in 11 starts.

May 27, 2021: First Complete Game

On May 27, 2021, Chris Bassitt threw his first career complete game against the Los Angeles Angels, allowing just 2 hits and striking out 9.

August 17, 2021: Hit by Line Drive

On August 17, 2021, Chris Bassitt was struck in the face by a line drive and had to be stretchered off the field. He returned to the mound later in the season on September 23, 2021.