Background
Jones, Chipper was born on April 24, 1972 in De Land, Florida, United States. Son of Larry Wayne and Lynne Jones.
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Chipper Jones
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Chipper Jones, American professional baseball player. Achievements include being a member of the World Series Champion Atlanta Braves, 1995; reaching 2,000 hits, 2007; becoming the the third switch-hitter in Major League Baseball history to hit 400 home runs, 2008; leading the National League in: batting average, 2008. Founder Chipper Jones Family Foundation, since 2001.
Education
Student, Stetson University.
Career
Shortstop Jacksonville Jaguars, 1990—1995. Third baseman Atlanta Braves, 1995—2001, since 2004, outfielder, 2002—2003. Member United States national team World Baseball Classic, 2006, 09.
Achievements
Membership
Founder Chipper Jones Family Foundation, since 2001.
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Connections
Married Karin Fulford, 1992 (divorced 1999). Married Sharon Jones, March 26, 2000. 2 children.
Awards
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Named Atlanta Brave's Team Most Valuable Player, 1996, National League Most Valuable Player, 1999. Named to National League All-Star Team, 1996-1998, 2000-2001, 2008. Recipient Florida High School baseball player of the year, 1990, National League Silver Slugger award, 1999.Named Atlanta Brave's Team Most Valuable Player, 1996, National League Most Valuable Player, 1999. Named to National League All-Star Team, 1996-1998, 2000-2001, 2008. Recipient Florida High School baseball player of the year, 1990, National League Silver Slugger award, 1999.