Chase Christianson

Chase Michael Christianson

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 5", Weight 220 lb.
• School University of South Alabama
• High School St. Paul's Episcopal School
• Born December 11, 1984 in Edina, MN USA

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Biographical Information

Relief pitcher Chase Christianson was taken by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 8th round of the 2006 amateur draft, ahead of future All-Star Dellin Betances. He was signed by scout Mike Valarezo and began his professional career that year. Peaking at Double-A, he went 12-20 with a 5.34 ERA in 131 games (27 starts) over four seasons. In 305 1/3 innings, he allowed 368 hits and 119 walks, while striking out 221 batters. He never posted a winning record and his ERA rose each season, from 3.81 his first to 6.01 his last. His final campaign was 2009.