Chad Curtis was a professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on November 6, 1968, in Marion, Indiana, and attended college at Grand Valley State University in Michigan.
Curtis was drafted by the California Angels in the 45th round of the 1989 Major League Baseball draft. He made his major league debut with the Angels in 1992 and played for them until 1995. During his time with the Angels, Curtis was primarily used as a pinch hitter and outfielder.
In 1996, Curtis signed with the Detroit Tigers as a free agent. He played for the Tigers for two seasons and was known for his strong defensive skills. In 1998, Curtis signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he played for one season before being traded to the Cleveland Indians.
Curtis played for the Indians for one season before signing with the New York Yankees in 1999. He played for the Yankees for two seasons and was a key player in their 2000 World Series championship. Curtis hit two home runs in Game 3 of the World Series, helping the Yankees win the game and ultimately the championship.
After his time with the Yankees, Curtis signed with the Texas Rangers in 2001 but only played in 10 games before being released. He retired from baseball after the 2001 season.
Throughout his career, Curtis was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to the game. He was also known for his strong Christian faith and often spoke publicly about his beliefs.
In 2013, Curtis was convicted of sexually assaulting three teenage girls while he was a volunteer coach at a high school in Michigan. He was sentenced to seven to 15 years in prison. Curtis has maintained his innocence and has appealed his conviction.
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