Jim Chamblee
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| Born: | May 6, 1975 |
| Birthplace: | Denton, Texas |
| Height: | 6' 4" |
| Weight: | 186 lbs |
| Bats: | Right |
| Throws: | Right |
| Drafted: | 1995: 12th Round by the Boston Red Sox |
| College: | Odessa College |
| High School: | Odessa HS (TX) |
| Teams: | Cincinatti Reds 2003 |
James Nathaniel Chamblee was drafted by the Red Sox in the 1995 amateur draft. At one point a rising prospect, he had a less-than-stellar major league career, appearing in two games, with two at bats and two strikeouts as a member of the Cincinnati Reds in 2003.
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Overall Career
Chamblee was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 12th round of the 1995 amateur draft. He signed on June 17, 1995. The lanky, 6-foot 4-inch Chamblee came up through the Red Sox organization as a power hitter who could play almost any position. Although he was originally an unheralded 12th round draft choice, he worked his way into being considered a top Sox prospect. In 1999 with Pawtucket, Chamblee spent much of his time at second base, and whacked out 24 home runs and 88 RBI (both career highs).
Chamblee's numbers declined as did his stock, and before the 2001 season was over, he was granted his free agency and signed with the St. Louis Cardinals. The next year brought more disappointment. The Cards sent him down to Double-A New Haven, where he spent most of the season. Jim was subsequently released and picked up by the Cincinnati Reds in 2002 and again in 2004.
He made his major league debut August 24, 2003 against the Houston Astros and hasn't been involved in any transactions since he was granted free agency on October 15, 2004.
Moments in the Sun
- In 2000 with the Pawtucket Red Sox, hit five home runs in the span of five days, including three in one game
- In 2002, with Double-A Chattanooga (St. Louis) went on a tear going 17-of-18, and knocking in 18 RBI.
Trivia
- Named a Midwest League All-Star at 2B in 1997.
Transactions
- June 1, 1995: Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 12th round of the 1995 amateur draft. Player signed June 17, 1995.
- October 15, 2001: Granted Free Agency.
- January 17, 2002: Signed as a Free Agent with the St. Louis Cardinals.
- October 15, 2002: Granted Free Agency.
- December 18, 2002: Signed as a Free Agent with the Cincinnati Reds.
- October 1, 2003: Granted Free Agency.
- January 24, 2004: Signed as a Free Agent with the Cincinnati Reds.
- October 15, 2004: Granted Free Agency.
External Links
Baseball-Reference.com - Career Statistics and Analysis
