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Fact check: Jesse Chavez appears to play his best baseball when he is pitching for the Atlanta Braves.
Checked on March 23, 2025
1. Summary of the results
The statement about Jesse Chavez performing his best with the Atlanta Braves is strongly supported by multiple statistical and observational evidence:
- His ERA with the Braves has been consistently impressive: 2.14 in 2021, 2.72 in 2022, and 3.13 in 2023 [1]
- There is a stark contrast in his performance between the Braves and other teams - since 2019, he has maintained a 1.91 ERA with the Braves while having a 6.17 ERA with other teams [2]
- He was particularly crucial in the Braves' 2021 World Series championship run, making 7 postseason appearances without giving up any runs [3]
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
Several important contextual elements should be considered:
- Chavez has had multiple stints with the Braves, including signing minor league contracts, suggesting the team sees consistent value in him despite his age [3]
- His poor performance with other teams is specifically documented, including a 9.45 ERA with the Rangers [4]
- The team environment appears to play a significant role in his success, with teammates like Ozzie Albies praising his contributions beyond just statistics [2]
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
While the original statement appears accurate, it could be considered incomplete:
- The statement might oversimplify the complexity of baseball performance by not acknowledging the significant disparity between his Braves performance and other teams [2]
- The phrase "best baseball" is supported not just by statistics but also by intangible factors such as teammate endorsements and clutch performances [2]
- The pattern is so consistent that sources note he "flips a switch" when joining the Braves [4], suggesting there might be psychological or environmental factors at play beyond just physical performance
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