Kevin Boutote

Kevin Boutote (kpboutote) - Chess Biography

Once hailed as a daily chess dynamo, Kevin Boutote blasted his way to a peak daily rating of 1917 back in 2009. Those early years were a rollercoaster of triumphs and hiccups, but nothing could dampen his passion for the game. Known for a stubborn refusal to quit, Kevin boasts an impressive comeback rate of nearly 69% — he’s literally the Houdini of lost positions!

Over the years, Kevin’s journey through the rapid and blitz realms has been... let's say, colorful. His rapid rating peaked at 1472 in April 2025 after a wild ride from a low of 650 just months earlier. Talk about a comeback! Blitz? Oh, he’s dabbled there too, peaking at 1397, proving he can handle the heat when the clock ticks fast.

Battles at the board have been tough yet thrilling. Kevin’s longest winning streak reached an awe-inspiring 28 games—a streak that likely involved some furious strategizing and caffeine. Of course, every hero has their kryptonite, and Kevin’s longest losing streak was a humbling 12 games, showing even masters have off days (or weeks).

Playing Style & Favorites

A fan of classic openings, Kevin prefers the King’s Pawn Opening with the King’s Knight Variation, boasting a solid 60.6% win rate there. The Scotch Game and Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation also see significant action from his repertoire, reflecting a penchant for tactical skirmishes and dynamic play.

Kevin is not one to surrender easily — with an early resignation rate of just 6.9% and an endgame skill shining through over half his games, he’s a gritty fighter to the very last pawn. On average, his wins last 54 moves, meaning he’s in it for the long haul.

Psychological Quirks & Timing

Like many, Kevin has moments of tilt — about 12% of the time — but it never stops him from bouncing back. His best hour? Morning play around 9 AM sharp, where his win rate surges to over 70% at 9 AM and 10 AM. Night owls beware!

Recent Adventures

June 1, 2025, was a day to remember: Kevin delivered a checkmate victory playing the Sicilian Defense, showcasing brilliant tactical awareness and timing in a rapid game. His current winning streak is a confident 3 games and he continues to face a diverse stable of opponents, with some even conceding early (we’re looking at you, joseboro and celis70!).

Fun Fact

Kevin’s win rate against opponents named “the_windbag” is a staggering 94.4%, proving once and for all that you don't win by just blowing hot air on the chessboard.

Kevin Boutote is an inspiring example of persistence, tactical flair, and the occasional rollercoaster rating ride. Whether you catch him at dawn or dusk, brace yourself — a kpboutote game is never dull!