Larry Wayne “Chipper” Jones Jr., or Chipper Jones, is a retired American professional baseball player who had a successful career as a third baseman for the Atlanta Braves from 1993 to 2012.
He was selected by the Braves as the first overall pick in the 1990 MLB draft, showcasing his talent and skill on the field for over two decades.
Jones became a beloved figure in baseball history, known for his strong hitting and defense that contributed to team success throughout his career.
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- Full Name: Larry Wayne “Chipper” Jones Jr.
- Stage Name: Chipper Jones
- Date of birth: April 24, 1972
- Age: 51 years old.
- Place of birth: DeLand, Florida, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Professional baseball player
- Height: 1.93m
- Parents: Larry Wayne Jones, Sr., Lynne Jones
- Siblings: Andruw Jones
- Spouse: Taylor Higgins (married 2015), Sharon Logonov (married 2000–2012), Karin Fulford (married 1992–1999)
- Children: Shea Jones, Larry Wayne Jones III, Tristen Jones, Matthew Jones
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $90 million
Early life
Chipper Jones was born in DeLand, Florida, on April 24, 1972, to Larry Wayne Jones Sr. and Lynne Jones.
His father was a teacher and coach at the same high school Chipper later attended and played baseball at, T. DeWitt Taylor High School in Pierson.
Inspired by his father’s love of the sport and the guidance of a coach, Chipper developed a passion for baseball at an early age, beginning playing for Little League teams at the age of seven.
Family members nicknamed him “Shredder,” sees him as a younger version of his father, known as a “break the old block.”
Education
Jones had an impressive high school athletic career, excelling in football and baseball.
In 1989, he received All-State First Team honors in both sports, won the state baseball championship, and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.
With a .391 batting average and seven home runs, Jones was a star player on the baseball field, maintaining an 11-1 pitching record with a remarkable 0.81 ERA and 107 strikeouts in his third year.
Despite finishing as an all-state runner-up his senior year, Jones continued to impress with a 7-3 pitching record, a 1.00 ERA, and 100 strikeouts, in addition to hitting .488 with 14 stolen bases.
His exceptional achievements earned him recognition as one of the top athletes in the high school league.
Career
Chipper Jones, a baseball player who played his entire 19-year career for the Atlanta Braves from 1993 to 2012, was selected first overall by the Braves in the 1990 MLB draft.
Not disappointing expectations, Chipper became a legendary figure of the Atlanta team.
During his career, he achieved many accolades, including being a World Series Champion in 1995, winning the National League Most Valuable Player Award in 1999, being an eight-time All-Star, receiving two Silver Slugger Awards in 1999 and 2000, winning the 2008 batting title, holding the Braves franchise record for career on-base percentage (.402), ranking third on the Braves’ career home run list with 468 home runs, and ranking second to Eddie Murray in career RBIs among changeup hitters.
Chipper Jones finished his illustrious baseball career with an impressive batting record of .303, making him the only hitter in Major League Baseball history to hit 400 home runs and hit .300.
Additionally, Jones holds the record for most RBIs by a third baseman in MLB history. His incredible accomplishments on the field were recognized in 2018 when he was inducted into the prestigious Baseball Hall of Fame, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
Awards and nominations
Prize:
- World Series Champion (1995): He was a member of the Atlanta Braves team that won the championship in 1995.
- National League Most Valuable Player (NL MVP) (1999): This prestigious award recognizes him as the best player in the National League during the 1999 season.
- Silver Slugger Award (1999, 2000): He won this award twice, given to the best offensive player at each position in the National League, thanks to third-place finishes in 1999 and 2000.
- Major League Baseball Batting Champion (2008): In 2008, he led the entire Major League in batting average.
- Marvin Miller Award – Man of the Year (2012): This award is voted by his peers, in recognition of his contributions to the sport both on and off the field.
- Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame: He earned a spot in the Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame.
Nominations:
- All-Star: He was selected to the All-Star game eight times during his career.
- NL MVP Voting: His stellar performance landed him in the Top 10 of the NL MVP voting five times, not to mention winning once in 1999.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @realcj10
- Facebook Name: None
- Twitter Username: None
Personal life
Chipper Jones, a former baseball player for the Atlanta Braves, had a tumultuous personal life with multiple marriages and divorces.
His first marriage was to Karin Fulford in 1992, but they divorced in 2000 after it was discovered that Jones had an affair with a Hooters waitress, resulting in the birth of their son Matthew.
Soon after divorcing Karin, Jones married Sharon Logonov in March 2000.
They had three sons: Larry Wayne III (Trey), Tristen, and Shea, named after Shea Stadium, where Jones played his greatest success. However, their marriage also ended in divorce in November 2012 after separating earlier that year.
Jones lives in Atlanta with his family. His second son, Cooper, was born on August 9, 2018. In addition to his love of baseball, Jones enjoys deer hunting.
He co-hosts the Outdoor Channel’s hunting show Buck Commander along with friends and professional athletes Adam LaRoche, Ryan Langerhans, Tom Martin and Willie Robertson.
He co-owns and co-hosts the Major League Bowhunter television show on the Sportsman Channel with longtime friend Matt Duff.
In 2008, Jones released a charity wine called “Crisp Chardonnay,” A portion of the proceeds will go to support the Miracle League, an organization that helps children with disabilities.
Net worth
Chipper Jones, a beloved and talented American professional baseball player, retired with an impressive net worth of $90 million.
Jones left a lasting legacy in baseball, known for his exceptional skill and contributions to the Atlanta Braves throughout his successful career.
His financial success is a testament to his hard work, dedication and talent on the field, cementing his status as one of the greatest players in baseball history.
