Chris Haney was a left-handed pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for over a decade. He was born on November 16, 1968, in Baltimore, Maryland, and attended the University of Maryland. Haney was drafted by the Montreal Expos in the second round of the 1989 MLB draft.
Haney made his MLB debut with the Expos in 1991 and spent four seasons with the team. He was then traded to the Kansas City Royals in 1995, where he spent three seasons. Haney had his best season in 1998, when he went 13-9 with a 3.65 ERA for the Royals. He also pitched a complete game shutout against the Detroit Tigers that season.
After his time with the Royals, Haney played for several other teams, including the Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, and Colorado Rockies. He was primarily used as a relief pitcher during this time. Haney retired from baseball in 2002 with a career record of 67-69 and a 4.77 ERA.
Throughout his career, Haney was known for his strong fastball and curveball. He also had a reputation for being a hard worker and a good teammate. Haney was well-liked by his fellow players and coaches, and he was known for his positive attitude and sense of humor.
After retiring from baseball, Haney worked as a pitching coach for several minor league teams. He also worked as a scout for the Toronto Blue Jays and the Baltimore Orioles. Haney was passionate about helping young players develop their skills and achieve their goals.
Tragically, Haney passed away on November 11, 2015, at the age of 46. He had been battling cancer for several years. Haney was remembered by his former teammates and colleagues as a kind and generous person who loved the game of baseball. His legacy lives on through the players he coached and the lives he touched during his career.
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