Those of us who were fortunate enough to be Atlanta Braves fans during the 1990s and the early 2000s were nothing short of blessed. During that decade and a half, we were witnesses to fourteen consecutive division championships, five National League championships, and the 1995 World Series championship. During that time we were also privileged to see guaranteed first ballot Hall of Famers every night, in the persons of Chipper Jones, Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz. In addition to those living legends; a number of All-Stars including Terry Pendleton, Ron Gant, David Justice, Steve Avery, Jeff Blauser, Fred McGriff, Kenny Lofton, Denny Neagle, Javy Lopez, Walt Weiss, Kevin Millwood, Brian Jordan, Andruw Jones, Andres Galarraga, Mike Remlinger, Gary Sheffield, Russ Ortiz, Rafael Furcal, and Jonny Estrada wore Braves uniforms. None of those players had more of an influence on the franchise and were more popular than Chipper Jones.
Over the course of his 19 year Major League career, Chipper Jones appeared in 2,499 games. He amassed 10,614 plate appearances and registered 8,984 official at-bats. Jones scored 1,619 runs on 2,726 base hits, 549 doubles, 38 triples, and 468 home runs. He also had 1,623 runs batted in. Jones stole 150 bases. He drew 1,512 walks. Jones had a batting average of .303, an on base percentage of .401, and a slugging percentage of .509. He amassed 4,755 total bases and was intentionally walked 177 times.
Chipper Jones was selected to participate in the All Star Game eight times; 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2008, 2011, and 2012.
Chipper Jones was named the 1999 National League Most Valuable Player, recieving 96% of the first place votes.
Chipper Jones won the Silver Slugger award twice; in 1999 and 2000. The Silver Slugger is voted on by Major League managers and coaches and is awarded annualy to the best offensive player at each position in both the National and American Leagues.
Chipper Jones also won the 2008 National League batting title with an average of .364.
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