Dean Chance was a professional baseball player who had a successful career in the Major Leagues. He was a right-handed pitcher who played for the Los Angeles Angels, Minnesota Twins, and Cleveland Indians.

Chance was born in Wooster, Ohio in 1941 and was signed by the Angels in 1961. He made his debut in the majors in 1962 and quickly established himself as a reliable pitcher. He was a two-time All-Star and won the 1964 Cy Young Award, becoming the first Angels pitcher to do so. He was also the first pitcher to win the award with fewer than 20 wins in a season.

Chance was known for his control and accuracy, and he was able to keep his ERA low despite not having an overpowering fastball. He was also known for his ability to pitch effectively in the clutch. He was a key member of the Angels' 1965 pennant-winning team, and he was the winning pitcher in the 1965 World Series.

Chance was traded to the Twins in 1967 and then to the Indians in 1969. He retired in 1971 after a decade in the majors. He finished his career with a record of 114-94, a 3.18 ERA, and 1,093 strikeouts.

Chance was inducted into the Angels Hall of Fame in 2003 and the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame in 2006. He was also named to the Angels' All-Time Team in 2009. He was a true pioneer of the game and a great pitcher who will be remembered for his accomplishments.

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