Chris Stewart is a former professional baseball player who played as a catcher for various teams in Major League Baseball (MLB). He began his career in 2001 when he was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 12th round of the MLB draft. However, he did not make his MLB debut until 2006 when he played for the Texas Rangers.
Over the course of his career, Stewart played for several teams, including the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Pittsburgh Pirates, Atlanta Braves, and Arizona Diamondbacks. He was known for his defensive skills as a catcher, and he was often praised for his ability to work with pitchers and call games.
Stewart's best season came in 2014 when he played for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He appeared in 49 games and had a batting average of .294 with one home run and 13 RBIs. He also had a .362 on-base percentage and a .377 slugging percentage.
Despite his defensive skills, Stewart was never a prolific hitter. He finished his career with a batting average of .214, 10 home runs, and 104 RBIs in 445 games. However, he was highly valued by his teams for his ability to handle pitchers and play solid defense behind the plate.
Stewart retired from baseball in 2019 after playing for 18 seasons. He finished his career with a reputation as a hard-working and dependable player who was respected by his teammates and coaches.
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