JON
LESTER
P
Ht/Wt
6’4’’,
249 lbs
Bats/Throws
L /
L
Experience
16
years
Debut
Jun 10, 2006
Born
Jan 7, 1984
(40 yrs)
Tacoma, Washington
Hometown
Puyallup, Washington
Drafted
Drafted by Boston in 2002 (2/57).
Season Stats
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Transactions & Injuries
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| 2022-01-12 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2021-11-03 |
Filed for free agency.
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| 2021-10-06 |
Not on the St. Louis Cardinals Wild Card playoff game roster.
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| 2021-08-01 |
Added to the St. Louis Cardinals 26-man roster.
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| 2021-07-30 |
Acquired from the Washington Nationals
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The St. Louis Cardinals acquired pitcher Jon Lester from the Washington Nationals for outfielder Lane Thomas. |
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
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| Hutch Award Best exemplifies the fighting spirit and competitive desire | 2008 | |
| Tony Conigliaro Award Best overcomes adversity through the attributes of spirit | 2007 | |
| NL | National League Championship - Most Valuable Player National League Championship - Most Valuable Player | 2016 (shared with Javier Baez) |
| MLB | Named to the All-Star Game Named to the All-Star Game | 2011 (replacement - injured), 2010 |
| Eastern League (AA) | Most Valuable Pitcher Most Valuable Pitcher | 2005 |
Scouting Report
A talented lefty with a good fastball, slider and change, he showed good composure on the mound and made adjustments on the fly. Elevated his game with more on the line. Could finish what he started. Struggled when he was too much of a nibbler, instead of attacking the strike zone. His health was always a concern as long as he was toiling in the big leagues (after having battled lymphona).
Long Range Potential: Excellent, crafty left-handed starter.
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