Chad Orvella

Chad Robert Orvella

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11", Weight 190 lb.
• School Columbia Basin Community College, North Carolina State University
• High School Eastlake High School (Sammamish)
• Debut May 31, 2005
• Final Game June 8, 2007
• Born October 1, 1980 in Renton, WA USA

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Biographical Information

Chad Orvella was a promising shortstop in college, as documented in Jim Collins's book The Last Best League about the 2002 Cape Cod League season. However, he was a pitcher in the pro ranks.

Orvella was drafted by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in the 13th round of the 2003 amateur draft. He was signed by scout Hank King and made his pro debut that summer.

Related Sites

• North Carolina State University bio