Chipper jones net worth and biography
Chipper Jones is a former American professional baseball player who played his entire 19-year career in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Atlanta Braves. He is a third baseman and a switch-hitter. Here is his net worth and biography:
Early Life and Career
Christopher Sean Jones was born on April 24, 1972, in DeLand, Florida. He grew up in Pierson, Florida, and attended Bolles School in Jacksonville, Florida. Jones was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the first round (1st overall) of the 1990 MLB draft.
MLB Career
Jones made his MLB debut on September 14, 1993, and played his first full season in 1994. He quickly established himself as one of the top third basemen in the league, known for his powerful hitting, strong defense, and clutch performances. Jones played for the Braves from 1993 to 2012, helping the team win the National League East division title 14 times and the National League pennant five times.
During his career, Jones was a 8-time All-Star, won the National League Most Valuable Player award in 1999, and was a 5-time Silver Slugger award winner. He finished his career with a.303 batting average, 468 home runs, and 1,623 runs batted in (RBIs).
Post-Playing Career
After retiring from baseball in 2012, Jones went on to become a successful businessman and entrepreneur. He has worked as a baseball analyst for TBS and has been involved in various charitable initiatives, including the Chipper Jones Foundation, which supports children's charities and organizations.
Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Chipper Jones' net worth is estimated to be around $100 million. His net worth comes from his successful MLB career, as well as his various business ventures and endorsement deals.
Personal Life
Jones is married to his wife, Taylor, and they have two children together. He is known for his philanthropic work and has been involved in various charitable initiatives throughout his career. Jones was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2018, in his first year of eligibility, with an impressive 97.2% of the vote.
Awards and Accolades
- 8-time All-Star (1996-2000, 2002-2004, 2006)
- National League Most Valuable Player (1999)
- 5-time Silver Slugger award winner (1996, 1998-2000, 2002)
- National League Rookie of the Year (1995)
- National League Championship Series MVP (1995)
- Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame (2013)
- National Baseball Hall of Fame (2018)