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Eric Chavez | Third Baseman

Team:	Arizona Diamondbacks
Age / DOB:	(35) / 12/7/1977
Ht / Wt:	6'1' / 215
Bats / Throws:	Left / Right
Contract:	view contract details [x] 2013: $3 million, 2014: Free Agent
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Eric Chavez delivered an RBI single and a two-run double in the Diamondbacks' 5-3 victory over the Braves on Wednesday.

Both hits came off old A's teammate Tim Hudson. Playing more than anticipated with Aaron Hill sidelined, Chavez is batting .301 with four homers and 16 RBI in 85 at-bats, which is one reason the Diamondbacks are off to a nice start at 23-18. May 15 - 6:58 PM

Eric Chavez leads D'backs with 3 RBI in win
May 15 - 6:58 PM
Eric Chavez steals first base since 2007
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Eric Chavez questionable for Friday's game
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Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez went 2-for-4 with a double and stole his first base since 2007 against the Dodgers on Tuesday.

Chavez swiped 47 bases during his first 10 big-league seasons, but he hadn't so much as attempted a steal in six years. So, he must be feeling pretty good this season. It shows in his performance, what with him hitting .275 with four homers in 69 at-bats. We didn't agree with many of Kevin Towers' offseason moves, but his pickup of Chavez for $3 million was a very good one.

May 8 - 1:47 AM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez cranked a solo homer in Monday's loss to the Giants.

Chavez's sixth inning blast off of Ryan Vogelsong in the sixth inning gave the D'Backs a two-run buffer at the time, but the Snakes' bullpen was unable to hold the lead. The veteran infielder is playing regularly since Aaron Hill's injury and has batted .225 with a couple homers and seven RBI this month.

Apr 23 - 12:59 AM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez, who was hit in the hand by a pitch during the 12th inning of Thursday's game, is questionable for Friday's series-opener against the Brewers.

Chavez was able take swings in the batting cages on Friday and felt fine, but the D'Backs may play this one safe.

Source: Nick Piecoro on Twitter

Apr 5 - 7:03 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chaves was replaced in the 13th inning Wednesday after getting hit in the hand by a pitch in the 12th.

Chavez stayed in to run, but the Diamondbacks replaced him with Josh Wilson on defense, something they wouldn't have done had the hand not been bothering him. Hopefully, he's just day-to-day.

Apr 4 - 2:27 AM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Diamondbacks signed 3B Eric Chavez to a one-year, $3 million contract.

The deal was reported Wednesday and is now official. Chavez batted .281/.348/.496 with 16 home runs and an .845 OPS with the Yankees last season, and is expected to be used in a platoon with Chris Johnson at third base.

Sat, Dec 8, 2012 02:15:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

John Gambadoro of 620 KTAR in Phoenix reports that the Diamondbacks have signed infielder Eric Chavez to a one-year, $3 million contract.

Chavez is expected to platoon with Chris Johnson at third base after batting .281/.348/.496 with 16 home runs and an .845 OPS this past season. With Chavez and Jeff Keppinger now off the board, the Yankees are quickly running out of stop-gap options for Alex Rodriguez at third base.

Source: John Gambadoro on Twitter

Wed, Dec 5, 2012 02:25:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

John Gambadoro of 620 KTAR in Phoenix reports that the Diamondbacks are interested in free agent infielder Eric Chavez.

Chavez is drawing plenty of interest following a resurgent 2012 season with the Yankees in which he batted .281/.348/.496 with 16 home runs and an .845 OPS. The Yankees are interested in bringing him back while the Red Sox have also been mentioned as a possibility. He would presumably share playing time with Chris Johnson at third base if he signs with Arizona.

Source: John Gambadoro on Twitter

Wed, Dec 5, 2012 02:07:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Alex Speier of WEEI.com reports that the Red Sox are interested in Eric Chavez.

General manager Ben Cherington has said that he'd like to add a first baseman who can also play an additional position, and it appears Chavez is on his wish list. The 36-year-old batted .281/.348/.496 with 16 home runs for the Yankees in 2012, and they're also interested in retaining him.

Source: WEEI.com

Tue, Dec 4, 2012 08:39:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez's agent, Scott Leventhal, said his client has "no intention" of retiring.

"Chavy has no intention of retiring," Leventhal said. "We have spoken to and met with multiple clubs regarding his future in baseball." The Yankees are in the market for someone that can offer insurance for Alex Rodriguez at third base, though it's not clear how interested they are in bringing Chavez back. He batted .281/.348/.496 with 16 home runs for them in 2012.

Source: New York Daily News

Sun, Dec 2, 2012 02:36:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Rangers.

Casey McGehee is making the start at third base against the left-hander Derek Holland. The Yankees appear content to use a platoon, but the hot-hitting Chavez should still get most of the playing time and is worth considering if you need to fill a corner infielder (CI) spot.

Source: New York Yankees on Twitter

Thu, Aug 16, 2012 11:49:00 AM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez went 3-for-3 with a double, RBI and walk in Wednesday's win over the Rangers.

Chavez has now reached base at least twice in eight of his nine August starts, upping his slash from an already solid .265/.330/.471 to .303/.362/.547. He's worth a temporary own in 10-12 team mixed leagues if you're hurting for corner-infield help.

Thu, Aug 16, 2012 12:16:00 AM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez (back) is in the Yankees' lineup Monday.

Chavez has been out for the Yankees' past three games because of discomfort in his lower back. The 34-year-old will continue serving as the Bombers' regular third baseman until Alex Rodriguez (hand) returns.

Source: Marc Carig on Twitter

Mon, Aug 13, 2012 03:26:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez (back) expects to play on Monday.

Chavez sat out the weekend series against the Blue Jays. "Chavy hasn't felt great after playing those four days in a row," Yankee manager Joe Girardi said. "I don't think it will be an issue tomorrow. But he has not felt great." The 34-year-old third baseman has done a nice job picking up the slack in the absence of Alex Rodriguez. Feel free to activate him in AL-only leagues.

Source: The Journal News

Sun, Aug 12, 2012 05:50:00 PM

Eric Chavez - 3B - Diamondbacks

Eric Chavez continued to swing a hot bat in Tuesday's loss to the Tigers, going 2-for-4 with a homer, two runs scored and two RBI.

The 34-year-old third baseman is doing a nice job picking up the slack in the absence of Alex Rodriguez. He's now hitting .280 with 11 homers and 26 RBI in 186 at-bats, including three bombs in his last six starts. In deeper fantasy leagues, he's worthy of a look as a corner infield option until A-Rod is able to return.

Tue, Aug 7, 2012 10:41:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
Pos	Role	Name
C	1	Miguel Montero
	2	Wil Nieves
1B	1	Paul Goldschmidt
	2	Eric Hinske
2B	1	Aaron Hill D.L. Aaron Hill will have his left hand examined by a doctor next Monday. That will be two weeks after Hill was hoping to get the go-ahead to resume baseball activities, as his fractured hand is healing much slower than expected. The original timetable had him possibly returning by late May, but he probably won't be activated until well into June now. May 21
	2	Willie Bloomquist D.L. Willie Bloomquist (oblique) could begin a rehab assignment midway through the week. Bloomquist has been playing games at extended spring training and hasn't had any recent setbacks. He should be ready for activation before the end of the month. May 19
	3	Josh Wilson
SS	1	Cliff Pennington
	2	Didi Gregorius
3B	1	Martin Prado
	2	Eric Chavez
LF	1	Jason Kubel
	2	Gerardo Parra
CF	1	Adam Eaton D.L. Adam Eaton is dealing with renewed soreness in his left elbow and has returned to Phoenix for an examination. Bad news. Eaton, who was diagnosed with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in March, began playing in rehab games earlier this month and felt well enough to return to center field last week. However, the pain has returned. The worst-case scenario would be season-ending Tommy John surgery, but it's not clear if that's a consideration yet. But it's obviously a concern. May 22
	2	A.J. Pollock
RF	1	Cody Ross
Starting Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
S	1	Ian Kennedy
	2	Brandon McCarthy
	3	Trevor Cahill
	4	Wade Miley
	5	Patrick Corbin
	6	Daniel Hudson D.L. Daniel Hudson (elbow) gave up two runs on five hits over four innings in an extended spring training game on Friday. It's the first time since last year's Tommy John surgery that Hudson has faced hitters wearing a different uniform. The D'Backs says the righty's fastball sat in the 91-93 mph range, which is obviously a good sign. "The light at the end of the tunnel is getting a little bit brighter now," Hudson said. Hudson will appear in another extended spring game next week and doesn't appear far off from a rehab assignment. He could be back as soon as late June if all goes well, though the big club doesn't currently have room for him in the rotation. May 19
Relief Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
R	1	J.J. Putz D.L. J.J. Putz will not require major elbow surgery. Putz has been diagnosed with a sprained ligament, a strained flexor pronator and nerve irritation in his right elbow -- all of which can be addressed through rehab. He will try to return before the end of the 2013 season. Heath Bell has taken over Arizona's ninth-inning gig. May 9
	2	Heath Bell
	3	David Hernandez
	4	Matt Reynolds
	5	Brad Ziegler
	6	Josh Collmenter
	7	Tony Sipp
	8	Will Harris

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