Kipnis was later named a member of the 2013 American League All Star team. stint had played all but 15.1 IP all season and after Sept. 16 he hit .339 (19-56) with 5 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR & 7 runs over his final 14 games of the yearOn the year he hit safely in 101 of 138 starts and batted .300 (54-180) with runners on baseHad four lead-off home runs (6 career)Had a .908 OPS off RHP and a .679 OPS off LHPWas 3rd in the A.L. He has two older brothers, Blair and Todd. of .411 (60/146,.911 OPS) against right-handed relievers Hit a combined .230 (14-61) in the Postseason with 3 2B, 4 HR, 8 RBI and 9 runs over all 15 games.His 4 HR were third-most in Indians Postseason history behind Thome (6 1998) and S. Alomar (5 in 1997)Joined Lou Gehrig and Jimmie Foxx in game 4 of WS at Chicago as only players w/3-run WS HR in Wrigley Field. But am I really rooting against them to not win because of them not calling me up?. He'll sit against southpaw Steven Brault in this one, with Nico Hoerner taking over at second base. Orlando Arcia of the Milwaukee Brewers attempts to turn a double play over Jason Kipnis of the Cleveland Indians in the first inning at Miller Park. May 25, 2021: 2B Jason Kipnis assigned to Gwinnett Stripers from Braves Alternate Training Site. (David Richard / USA Today Sports). [1] He also established school records for career receptions and receiving yards. Kipnis possibly was referring to Arcia, the lone position player the Braves promoted when rosters expanded to 28 on Sept. 1. Kipnis signed with Atlanta on Monday, the veteran announced on his personal Twitter page. CLEVELAND Jason Kipnis, a two-time All-Star second baseman and the heartbeat of the Cleveland Indians, has rarely met a challenge he would not take or a conversation he could not dominate.. Two-time All-Star Jason Kipnis announced his retirement from baseball on Monday. Former Indian and Cub Jason Kipnis has formally announced his retirement in a post on Twitter. In announcing its selection, the Pioneer Press noted: "Quite simply one of the top receivers in the state, a player who piled up impressive numbers despite the fact the Spartans averaged barely 15 passing attempts per game. [47], Baseball Prospectus 2011 reported that Kipnis was "a compact athlete who works the count, and consistently barrels up balls with enough power for 1520 home runs annually in the big leagues. As Kipnis said, it was difficult to dispute the Braves choices. Former All-Star Kipnis announces retirement, Flashback: Kipnis hands out signed gear to Cleveland fans, Braves invite 2B Kipnis to join spring training, MLB players with something to prove in spring training, Source: Cubs, Kipnis agree to minor league deal, Indians to pick up Kluber option, but not Kipnis', Kipnis on future: 'It will be hard to part ways', Indians 2B Kipnis (hand) out for rest of season, Kipnis 1-for-3 in return; Lindor set for rehab stint. Jason Kipnis (@TheJK_Kid) January 5, 2021. "[36], In 2010, Kipnis batted .300 for the Kinston Indians of the Carolina League. Jason Kipnis grew up in Northbrook, IL and played one season for the Cubs. Jason Kipnis assigned to Kinston Indians from Mahoning Valley Scrappers. He joined the AAA Columbus Clippers for their playoffs. The 35-year-old Kipnis last played in 2021, when he was a member of the Atlanta organization. I really dont know, Kipnis said. During the lockout, Kipnis worked out at Bradley Fieldhouse, a facility on Chicagos North Side about two miles west of Wrigley Field. On July 17, 2020, Kipnis was selected to the 40-man roster. 8/03/2017 at 1:07 AM 8/03/2017 at 1:07 AM Akron's Kipnis homers in rehab. Entered the break hitting .323 (112-347) with 59 runs, 27 2B, 6 3B, 6 HR & 37 RBI in 87 games and was 3rd in the A.L. Kipnis finished his major league career playing for his hometown, and childhood favorite, Chicago Cubs in the pandemic shortened 2020 season. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. [1][3][24] In May 2008, he won the Pacific-10 Player of the Week award. Orlando Arcia, acquired from the Brewers in April, had a .932 OPS when he was promoted on July 4. The 33-year-old's star days are long behind him, but he had a solid season last year for his hometown Cubs, producing an above-average batting line (.237/.341/.404) for the first time since 2016. in WAR (4.8) and average, 2nd in hits and 1st in times on base (161)The turning point of the season was moving to the lead-off spot on April 26 as he hit lead-off for virtually the remainder of the yearFor the year in the #1 spot he batted .311 (153-492) with 27 2B, 6 3B, 6 HR, 37 RBI and 81 runs scored (42 BB, .385 OB/.861OPS)From May 9 thru the end of the season he batted .312 (140-449) with 39 2B, 6 3B, 6 HR, 40 RBI and 72 runs in 113 gamesHe had a solid year defensively, compiling a UZR of 4.3 with a .987 fielding pct and 1 defensive run saved in his 124 starts at second base (7E, 521TC, 5th-best fielding pct in A.L. The Road Ahead for Jason Kipnis - Last Word On Baseball [4] An All-Conference wide receiver,[1][5][13] Kipnis set single-season school records for receptions, yards, and touchdowns. After 10 seasons in the MLB, former Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis has announced his retirement from professional baseball. During the shortened 2020 season, Kipnis hit .237/.341/.404 in 44 games. Joe Jackson, 49, 1913)Was also just the 16th player (3rd-ever in May) in MLB history with a month of at least 50 hits, 30 runs and a 1.200 OPSWas just the 11th Indians player since 1914 with at least 51 hits in a month and the first since Roberto Alomar (Sept. Cleveland Indians placed 2B Jason Kipnis on the 10-day injured list retroactive to March 25, 2019. He also ended the month with 30 runs which made him one of three people ever in the MLB to have 50+ hits and 30+ runs in the month of May. Kipnis, playing in his native Chicago, that night became the first visiting player since Babe Ruth to hit a three-run homer during the World Series at Wrigley Field. Grew up in suburban ChicagoHis favorite team was the Chicago BullsIdolized Michael JordanHis favorite baseball player was Ken Griffey, JrIn 2014, was a charter member of the Taylor Hooton Foundations Advisory Board of active major-league playersThe non-profit is widely acknowledged as the leader in the advocacy against the use of performance- and appearance-enhancing drugs by the youth of AmericaThroughout his career, has been very active in the communityHas hosted military personnel at games and has worked with youth baseball campsWas Clevelands 2012 nominee for the Roberto Clemente AwardPlayed three seasons collegiately for the University of Kentucky and Arizona State University as an outfielderRedshirted with UK in 2006, and played for them in 2007 before transferring to ASUIn 2008, was the Pac-10 Newcomer of the Year, First Team All-Pac-10 and a Third Team All-American by Baseball America Following the season, was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the fourth round, but opted to return to collegeIn his final collegiate season, 2009, was the Pac-10 Player of the Year, hitting .384 with 21 doubles, 16 home runs and 71 RBI in 63 gamesEarned First Team All-America honors by Baseball America and Collegiate BaseballGraduated from Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Ill., where he played baseball and footballEarned First Team All-State honors on the diamondStarred as a wide receiver on the football teamSet school records for catches, yards and touchdowns in a season, and received All-Conference honors. So did Travis Demeritte, who played outfield, where the opportunity was greater, but also never made it to the majors. If his playing days are over, he will finish with 1,147 hits, 126 home runs, 136 stolen bases, a .260 batting average and .750 OPS. "[8] Indians Manager Manny Acta described him as: "a blue collar, dirt bag, run-through-a-wall, relentless type of guy. 2B Jason Kipnis assigned to American League All-Stars. "[13][14][15], After graduating from high school in 2005, Kipnis attended the University of Kentucky and then Arizona State University. Some guys have to believe that theyre great. Sports Illustrated. He finished with 16 home runs, 71 RBIs, 27 steals in 33 attempts, 51 walks and 32 strikeouts. Finished tied for 6th in the American League in steals (31 in 38 attempts/82%)Also finished tied for 17th in the ALin runs (86), T14th in walks (67) and T18th in multi-hit games (47)Season got off to a fine start and spent much ofthe first half leading the team and ranked in the top 20 in the AL in home runs, RBI, runs, hits and steals before fallingoff the last three and a half months of the season.Finished 2nd among AL second basemen in RBI (73), 5th in theMajors at the position. Kipnis announced Monday via his personal Twitter account that he has retired from professional baseball. Jason Michael Kipnis (born April 3, 1987; nicknamed "Kip")[1] is an American former professional baseball second baseman. Kipnis pinch hit for Nico Hoerner in the eighth inning of Saturday's 4-2 win over the Brewers and stayed in the game at second base, going 0-for-2 on the night. [1][12], As a freshman at Glenbrook North, Kipnis played soccer, setting the school's single-season goal scoring record with 41. If you ask me if I want to go to the cage or if I want to go play 18, my answer is go play 18. Sports Illustrated. INDIANS MOVE ONE STEP CLOSER TO SERIES CROWN - PressReader On August 23, 2017, Kipnis was placed back on the 10-day disabled list due to a hamstring injury. First, I asked Kipnis what it meant as a hometown kid to be linked like that with Ruth, and he laughed, saying, Everything. Then, after he talked about the homer, I popped the bigger question: You grew up coming to games here. Kipnis, 35, last played in the majors in 2020 with the . First baseman Freddie Freeman, second baseman Ozzie Albies, shortstop Dansby Swanson and third baseman Austin Riley each started 153 or more games. The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA), Baseball America, and Collegiate Baseball named Kipnis the Pac-10 Conference Player of the Year, a Pac-10 Conference All-Star outfielder, and a First Team College All-American outfielder. And the topic of the conversation rarely strays from specific elements of the game. But his first injury occurred in early April, during extended spring training. Kipnis will take a seat after going 0-for-3 with three strikeouts Tuesday. Made 121 starts at second base (123 games) and posted a fielding pct. An All-Star selection in 2013 and 2015, Kipnis' OPS declined in three successive years prior to just a slight improvement this year to .715. Kipnis, a two-time All-Star, made a particularly strong impression on Cronenworth, 28, and Hoerner, 25, both of whom are also middle infielders. Ive got a lot of friends and family here. Jason Kipnis, who is in the Atlanta Braves camp on a minor league deal, understands the urgency of spring training for him now. [1][2] He was called up from the minor leagues on July 22, 2011. Atlanta Braves signed free agent 2B Jason Kipnis. Bunts another issue for Twins - Duluth News Tribune The Chicago-born Kipnis, however, figures to have a very legitimate chance of cracking the roster and suiting up to play his home games at Wrigley Field just 19 miles from the high school he. He attended Glenbrook North High School in the suburbs of Chicago where he earned three letters playing baseball for the Glenbrook North Spartans. "I'd . Join. When you win a pennant, you uncork the champagne! On the year he also made 74 starts at second base and 2 starts at DHBatted .239 (28/117) with runners on base for the yearMade 42 starts at the lead-off spot, compiling a .780 OPSMost productive spot was the 2-hole, batting .270 (20/74) with 4 2B, 5 HR and 11 runs (.856 OPS)Did not hit over .248 in any month prior to Sept/OctOver his last 9 games (9/20-end of season) he batted .321 (9/28) with 5 runs, 3 2B, 1HR & 5 RBI (.930 OPS)Had 16 extra-base hits out of 26 total hits (61.5%) when leading off an inningGrounded into 0 double plays in 56 opportunities all year. [4], For 2010, Kipnis led the Indians minor league system in hits (159) and runs (96). Jason Kipnis (David Richard/USA TODAY Sports) Every kid who fantasizes about someday playing professional baseball imagines the same scenario: Playing in the World Series at your favorite team's . Jason Kipnis Stats, Fantasy & News | MiLB.com I just dont see the route to get back to a team this year.. Cleveland Indians placed 2B Jason Kipnis on the 10-day disabled list. But the regular hitting group at Bradley included Kipnis, the Padres Jake Cronenworth, White Soxs Yasmani Grandal, Angels Max Stassi, and Cubs Nico Hoerner and Jason Heyward. Kipnis was a two-time All-Star, in 2013 and 2015. March 2, 2023 | 00:05:59 Jason Kipnis joins Hot Stove and talks about a signature moment he'll always remember, breaking into the Majors and his decision to retire Cleveland Guardians Jason Kipnis MLB Network MLBN Hot Stove interview He attended Glenbrook North High School in the suburbs of Chicago, where he earned three letters playing baseball for the Glenbrook North Spartans. He is 32 years old. [80] The injury ended his season after hitting .245/.304/.410/.715 with 17 home runs and 65 RBI. Kipnis owns an .856 OPS on the season, though that's mostly due to an early hot streak, as his OPS over the last 21 games sits at just .671. [22] Regarding Kipnis' success, Arizona State coach Pat Murphy observed: "I love that kid. Cleveland Indians placed 2B Jason Kipnis on the 10-day disabled list. Right hamstring strain. Jason Kipnis assigned to Columbus Clippers from Akron Aeros. It's So Long Cleveland For Jason Kipnis, Who Sees The - Forbes Jason Kipnis' Girlfriend Samantha Korb - PlayerWives.com Kipnis was the first Glenbrook North High School (Northbrook, IL) position player to play in an All-Star Game ( 2013 & 2015 ). Jason Kipnis Height, Weight, Size, Body Measurements, Biography, Wiki A bunch of guys who were on the team had been at Triple A. I became friends with these guys, Kipnis said. He's also won Emmy Awards in 2015 and 2016 for his TV reporting. This is going to be my first chance in a while to have a Chicago summer, Kipnis said. Weve been working out together since 2018, Cronenworth said. Chicago Cubs selected the contract of 2B Jason Kipnis from Iowa Cubs. [66] It was the first time in major league history that a player had homered in four consecutive games within two weeks of his major league debut. SUMMARY Career WAR 21.3 AB 4404 H 1147 HR 126 BA .260 R 607 RBI 545 SB 136 OBP .333 SLG .416 OPS .750 He's tough as nails, and really hard on himself. Jason Kipnis - Bleacher Report So, while he remains open to an immediate opportunity, he believes if his career is going to resume, it probably will not happen until next spring. BALTIMORE Jason Kipnis was winding down his redshirt freshman season at the University of Kentucky in 2007 when coaches there suggested a summer destination . . Cleveland Indians placed 2B Jason Kipnis on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to April 30, 2014. strained right oblique. On February 18, 2020, Kipnis signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs. Tyler Austin opens up the scoring via opposite field homerun - reddit His feet dangling, Jason Kipnis sat on a . Two-time MLB All-Star announces retirement Called up in July 2011 as Cleveland faded from contention, Kipnis hit .272 as a rookie and immediately endeared himself to fans with his full-throttle style of play an approach that earned him the nickname "Dirtbag." Later in the decade, Kipnis's fingerprints were all over Cleveland's 2016 World Series run. My interview with Cleveland second baseman Jason Kipnis after Game 4 of the 2016 World Series was different. Kipnis will sit for Game 2 of the Wild Card Series against the Marlins on Thursday. [23] Kipnis primarily played center field, but played all outfield positions and second base; he batted leadoff part of the time. Kipnis is dealing with an undisclosed minor injury, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. Jason Kipnis, who nearly broke Cubs fans' hearts in the ninth inning of Game 7 in 2016, was coming off three mediocre and injury-plagued seasons in Cleveland. [44] On July 4, Kipnis was named the International League Player of the Week. Jason Michael Kipnis (born April 3, 1987; nicknamed "Kip") is an American former professional baseball second baseman.He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Cleveland Indians and Chicago Cubs.He attended Glenbrook North High School in the suburbs of Chicago where he earned three letters playing baseball for the Glenbrook North Spartans. 'Dirtbag' Has Roots In Valley | Sports | dnronline.com I mean, here's this little infielder and they put him in the fifth spot What's that about? Cleveland Indians invited non-roster 2B Jason Kipnis to spring training. Cleveland Indians signed OF Jason Kipnis. During his August stint between hamstring injuries batted .204 (10/49) with 6 runs, 3 doubles, 3 homers and 4 RBI in 13 games (.699 OPS)After being activated the final time on Sept. 16, he batted .273 (9/33) with 5 runs, 3 2B, 1 HR and 5 RBI to finish out the campaign, making his first career Major League appearance in the outfield (started 11 games in center field over 11 Sept/Oct. . Kipnis has posted a respectable .255/.357/.447 slash line through 36 games so far. [12][14] As a senior in 2004, Kipnis had 49 pass receptions for 956 yards and 10 touchdowns. Kipnis (undisclosed) isn't starting Saturday against the Brewers. He batted .318 with a .505 on-base percentage and 24 stolen bases. During the lockout, Kipnis worked out at Bradley Fieldhouse, a facility on Chicago's North Side about two miles west of Wrigley Field. An undisclosed injury cost Kipnis several games last week, but he's since returned to start two games in a row. [83] On March 27, 2021, Kipnis was released by the Braves. from July 9-August 5 and August 23-Sept. Players, just coming off the field, do not always have time to collect their thoughts. Not any more. [4][8][27] While Kipnis appeared to be a good prospect as an outfielder, the Indians saw his potential as a second baseman. Editor's note: This story is part of the Cleveland Baseball Countdown, a series of 30 features on the club's 30 best players of the past 30 years. In addition, Ken is a broadcaster and regular contributor to Fox Sports' MLB telecasts. Right shoulder inflammation. But he admits to being conflicted during the teams march to the Series title. Jason Kipnis - Wikiwand In 2016, Kipnis and Cleveland lost the World Series to the Cubs in seven games. So when I went to play for the Cubs in 2020, 99 percent of me was excited and so happy I got to play for the Cubs. 6-keys: media/spln/mlb/reg/free/playerprofiles, Kik Hernndez recounts on-field bathroom accident, Phillies top prospect Andrew Painter has tender elbow, Max Scherzer fools hitter with new pitch clock rules, Report: Padres looking to extend Juan Soto, Josh Hader, Four international prospects to watch in the WBC, MLB rumors: Mets add Pillar to outfield for 2021. My five days of hitting have turned into two, Kipnis said. CLEVELAND (WJW) Former Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis, who ended his tenure in Cleveland with a hand fracture in 2019, announced his retirement from baseball on Monday. Former Indians Second Basemen Jason Kipnis Bids Farewell to Cleveland Cleveland Indians activated 2B Jason Kipnis from the 10-day injured list. Out of all the Guardians who have gotten playing time through the first couple of games one of them has stood out above everyone else, and it's not who . Sports Illustrated . [15] His 2004 totals remain Glenbrook North single-season records for receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. David Bote takes over at second base. But at the same time, I still have stuff left in the tank and Im just not being given that opportunity to play, it saddens me. Kipnis will start at second base and bat ninth in Sunday's game against the Twins. Though Kipnis played baseball, football, and soccer while growing up, he said there was never any question that his goal was to become a professional baseball player. in all of the slash line categories and also led the league in runs (30), doubles and hitsThe 22 extra base hits were the most ever in a single month by an Indians 2B, a May club record and most in any month since Hafner (22, Aug. 2006) and his 51 May hits were the most for that month in club history (prev. Jason Kipnis retires after 10 MLB seasons - audacy.com More recently, he opened a country bar in Cleveland with country music star Chase Rice. It was a forgone conclusion once the Cleveland Indians signed Cesar Hernandez to play second base in . In his 10th major-league season, and his first outside the Indians organization, played in 44 games with the Chicago Cubs and hit .237/.341/.404 (27-for-114) with eight doubles, one triple, three home runs and 16 RBIDefensively, played almost exclusively second baseMade 36 appearances at that position, including 31 startsAlso made his first career appearance at first base, drawing the start in the regular-season finale on 9/27 at Chicago-ALSpent the entire season with the Cubs after signing a minor-league contract in FebruaryBatted .272 (25-for-92) with a .799 OPS against right-handed pitchingConversely, went 2-for-22 (.091) with a .515 OPS against left-handersWhen facing a starting pitcher the first time through the order, went 10-for-32 (.313) with a .967 OPSWhen leading off an inning, went 8-for-22 (.364) with a .417 on-base percentageHalf of his 12 extra-base hits on the season came in his first eight gamesHad three doubles, one triple and two home runs from 7/25-8/12Both of his homers in that stretch came in back-to-back games, on 7/31 vs. Pittsburgh and 8/4 vs. Kansas City It marked the 11th time in his career he homered in consecutive games (career-best streak: 4 games, 7/31-8/3/11)He homered just one other time all seasonMade the Cubs Wild Card Series rosterPlayed in both games against Miami and went 0-for-3 with one walk and one strikeoutStarted at second base in Game 1 and pinch hit in Game 2. Be the best Jason Kipnis fan you can be with Bleacher Report. The following year, long story short, I needed a place to play," said Kipnis, was transferred to Arizona State from Kentucky after the 2008 season. Kipnis went 2-for-2 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 5-1 win over the Cardinals. Ildemaro Vargas will make his debut with the Cubs at second base Wednesday. Gwinnett Stripers placed 2B Jason Kipnis on the 7-day injured list. On June 1, Kipnis was voted the AL Player of the Month for May. Drove in a career-high six runs, May 16 vs. Baltimore, including two homers also notched multi-homer games, June 19 at Texas and August 28 at Detroit Posted a .446 slugging mark vs. righties compared to a .342 mark vs. lefties. The veteran infielder hadn't seen action since Tuesday, but Kipnis seems to be recovered from whatever ailment was keeping him on the bench. [37] He hit .311 for the Aeros and won the Aeros Player of the Week Award twice. He was only behind Ty Cobb and Al Simmons. Jason Michael Kipnis (born April 3, 1987; nicknamed "Kip") is an American professional baseball second baseman and center fielder for the Cleveland Indians of Major League Baseball (MLB). Kipnis is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Twins. At mid-season, Baseball America rated him as baseball's 31st-best prospect. He last appeared in MLB with the Chicago Cubs in 2020, and has played in the. As a senior, Kipnis batted .521 with a .690 on-base percentage and 32 stolen bases in 32 attempts; he was named first-team all-state and the Central Suburban League Most Valuable Player. And now, at age 35, his career might be over. 2000)The 15 doubles were most for an Indians batter, in any month, since Jeff Heath in Sept. 1942 Was the first MLB player to collect 50+ hits and score 30+ runs in a single month since Philadelphia's Jimmy Rollins in Sept./Oct.

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