Bernardo Sebastian Zavala is an American professional baseball catcher currently signed to the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball (MLB). Born August 28, 1993, in Fort Hood, Texas, U.S., Zavala moved to California for his schooling. He attended Bishop Amat High School in La Puente, California. Zavala would go on to commit to San Diego State University where he played college baseball. After sitting out a chunk of the 2013 season due to Tommy John Surgery, Zavala was given a reprieve when the Chicago White Sox picked him up in the 12th round of the 2015 Major League Baseball draft.
He began his professional career with the Arizona League White Sox. In his first season as a professional, he batted .326/ .401/ .628 with four home runs and 35 RBIs in a total of 35 games. In 2016, he played a total of 93 games with the Kannapolis Intimidators, batting at a .253 average, with seven home runs and 49 RBIs. Called up to the White Sox 40-man roster in November 2018, Zavala made his major league debut on May 25, 2019, against the Minnesota Twins.
After a couple of seasons with the White Sox, Seby was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks on September 6, 2023. However, he was deemed ineligible for the team's postseason roster despite starting in seven of Arizona's final games that season. This was due to him being acquired after September 1.
Seby Zavala's Parents
Bernard and Tatiana Zavala are the proud parents of the Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Seby Zavala. The pair gave birth to Zavala on 28 August 1993 in Fort Hood, TX. Together, Bernard and Tatiana have three children, two sons and one daughter.
Seby Zavala's Father
Bernard Zavala is the father of Seby Zavala. A former army man in Germany, Bernard has been a constant source of inspiration to his season because of his hard work and work ethic.
Seby Zavala once revealed in an interview that he was a big fan of his father and even considered joining the army after getting out of high school. He also used to watch many war movies. He even fancied the idea of becoming a Navy Seal.
Seby Zavala's Mother
Tatiana Zavala is Seby Zavala's mother. Although there isn't much information regarding her life and background, reports suggest she and her daughter are ardent fans of baseball.
Seby Zavala's parents' nationality
The nationality of Bernard and Tatiana Zavala is unknown, but it is known that the couple gave birth to all their children in Fort Hood, Texas, U.S. Zalava is an American national, however, and holds an American passport.
FAQs
A. Bernard and Tatiana Zavala are the proud parents of the Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Seby Zavala.
A. Seby Zavala was born in Fort Hood, Texas, U.S. on August 28, 1993. He is currently 30 years old (As of October 2023).
A. Seby Zavala has two siblings, a brother and a sister. His brother's name is Dylan. The name of his sister, however, remains a mystery.
A. Seby Zavala has played for the Chicago White Sox and Arizona Diamondbacks in his Major League career up until now.
A. Seby Zavala has not been selected to any All-Star games in his career up until now.
A. Seby Zavala attended Bishop Amat High School in La Puente, California.
