Chris Flexen is an American professional Baseball and Football player. He used to play football as a quarterback in high school and for his career, he is playing Baseball as a Pitcher and bats as well throws with his right hand. In 2018 he was ranked by MLB.com as New York’s 9th Best prospect in the following year’s season. According to his MLB statistics, his earned run average is 5.35 and strikeouts are 124. He has played baseball for teams named New York Mets, Doosan Bears and is currently playing for Seattle Mariners.
Early Life
Chris Flexen was born on 1st July 1994 in Newark, California, United States of America. The details about his parents and siblings have been kept private and away from the limelight. He has always been close to his parents and made sure to call them right after a match. Chris went to Newark Memorial High School in Newark, California, and completed his high school education. For his further and higher studies, he went to Arizona State University. Over there he showed active participation in playing Baseball.
Chris Flexen Career
Chris Flexen began his career in the field of sports. In high school, he used to play both football and baseball. He further decided to play college football for Arizona State Sun Devils. In the 2012 Major League Baseball draft he was selected in the 14th round by the New York Mets. From 2012-2019 he played with New York Mets. He played matches against San Diego Padres, Texas Rangers, and more. In 2015 he spent with Savannah Sand Gnats, Brooklyn, Cyclones, GCL Mets where he has combined 2.42 ERA in 12 games between three clubs.
He started the season in Pacific Coast League and made only four appearances with a score of 12.79 ERA and 3.16 WHIP over outings. On 6th December 2019, he began playing for Doosan Bears for a year. He pitched to a 3.01 ERA with 10.2 K/9 for his team. Next year on 9th December he signed a two-year contract with Seattle Mariners. He made his first appearance against San Francisco Giants.
Chris Flexen Biography |
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Real Name | Christopher Flexen |
Birth Date | July 1, 1994 |
Age (as of 2021) | 27 Years |
Birth Place | Newark, California, USA |
Nationality | American |
Profession | Baseball Player |
Religion | Christianity |
Sun sign | Cancer |
Physical Statistics |
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Height | in feet inches – 6’ 3” – in Centimeters – 190 cm |
Weight | in Kilograms – 113 kg – in Pounds – 250 lbs |
Bats | Right |
Throws | Right |
Win-loss Record | 13-16 |
Earned run Average | 5.35 |
Strikeouts | 124 |
Shoe Size | 12 (U.S.) |
Hair Color | Black |
Eye Color | Black |
Body Type | Athletic |
Family |
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Father | Chris Flexen Sr. |
Mother | Desiree Flexen |
Sister | – |
Brother | – |
Qualification/Education |
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School | Newark Memorial High School |
College | Arizona State University |
Relationship Status |
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Marital Status | In Relation |
Affair | Yes |
Who is his girlfriend? | Raven Wade |
Personal Life
Chris has been in a relationship with his girlfriend named Raven for a long time. On 25th December 2019, he proposed to her and she said yes although, we don’t know if they tied the knot or not. The details about their marriage have been kept private and away from the media. He seems to be in a happy relationship currently.
Chris Flexen Net Worth
Chris Flexen has earned a lot from his baseball career. He has recently signed a contract with the Seattle Mariners worth $4.75 million for two years. According to sources his net worth has been estimated more than $1 million. Some other sources of his income are from brand endorsements and attending various events.
Trivia
- He used to play Football at High School as a Quarterback.
- His outstanding ability in football and baseball led him to earn his nickname as Flex.
- In 2014 he underwent Tommy John Surgery.
- He signed with New York Mets worth of $375,000 signing bonus.
- In ending of the 2018 season he underwent knee surgery.
- Doosan Bears is a part of the Korean Baseball Organization and has won the 2019 Korean series championship.