Chase Utley is a former American professional baseball player best known for his tenure with the Philadelphia Phillies. He also gained pop culture recognition through a comedic episode centered around him in the television series It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Chase Utley was born on December 17, 1978, in Pasadena, California. He was raised in Long Beach, a coastal city in Southern California. His father, David Utley, is a lawyer, and his mother, Terrel Utley, played an active role in his upbringing. Utley has a younger sister named Taylor Ann, whom he often helped care for during their childhood. As a child, Utley was passionate about baseball and skateboarding. His father recognized his son’s talent and deep love for the game and supported his development by helping him train and refine his skills.
Chase Utley made his Major League Baseball debut on April 4, 2003, with the Philadelphia Phillies, entering the game as a substitute against the Pittsburgh Pirates. After being temporarily sent back to the minor leagues on April 30, he returned in August to replace Plácido Polanco at second base. By the end of the season, Utley had appeared in 43 games, batting an average of .239.
Utley quickly became a cornerstone of the Phillies' roster. In 2009, he was ranked sixth on the Sporting News list of the best players in baseball. A six-time All-Star and four-time Silver Slugger Award winner, Utley was widely respected for his consistency, strong work ethic, and leadership on the field. He remained with the Phillies until August 2015, when he was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for prospects John Richy and Darnell Sweeney.
Following the trade, Utley extended his contract with the Dodgers multiple times. In February 2017, he signed a one-year deal worth $2 million. He re-signed again in February 2018 before announcing his decision to retire at the end of that season. Throughout his career, Utley was known for his quick double-play turns and aggressive baserunning, attributes that helped define his playing style.
In addition to his contributions on the field, Utley became a pop culture icon through his inclusion in the sitcom It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. The show dedicated an episode storyline to a fan letter written to Utley, enhancing his public profile beyond the baseball world. In 2019, this connection was rekindled when the show's cast appeared at a Phillies game to reenact their memorable episode centered around him, further cementing his status among fans.
Chase Utley met his wife, Jennifer, while both were students at UCLA. They were introduced on Valentine’s Day in 2000 by Freddie Mitchell, who was then a multi-sport athlete and later played for the Philadelphia Eagles. The couple has two children: Benjamin Cooper Utley, born on December 2, and Maxwell Chase Utley, born on October 4, 2014.
The Utleys are also passionate about animal rights and welfare. They have a rescue dog named Jack and have actively supported various animal advocacy campaigns and organizations. This commitment to animal welfare complements their dedication to family and community engagement.
| Birth Date: | 17 Dec, 1978 |
| Age: | 41 yrs |
| Occupations: | Baseball player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Pasadena |
| Education: | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American baseball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 50 million |
