Bubba Chandler
Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect in the farm system.
Roy Reuben "Bubba" Chandler IV (born September 14, 2002) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.
Quick Facts
- Affiliation
- Pittsburgh Pirates
- Role
- Farm System Prospect
- Status
- Active Development
- Position
- Right-Handed Pitcher; Shortstop
Lore & Background
Chandler was born on September 14, 2002, to parents Ruben and Bobbi. He was given the moniker "Bubba" as a baby by his older sisters. He lived in Bogart, Georgia, and attended North Oconee High School, where he played baseball and football, and also played basketball and golf. He initially committed to the University of Georgia for baseball, then decommitted and committed to Clemson for both football and baseball. The Pittsburgh Pirates selected him in the third round (72nd overall) of the 2021 MLB draft. He signed for a $3 million bonus and was assigned to the Rookie-level Florida Complex League Pirates. He focused solely on pitching entering the 2023 season. As of 2024, Chandler continues to develop in the Pirates' farm system, working toward his eventual MLB debut.
Reader's Guide
Bubba Chandler is a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was drafted by the Pirates in 2021 and has never been affiliated with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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