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Jon Lester • P
Ht/Wt:6'4", 249 lbs.
Born:Jan 7, 1984 (40 yrs) in Tacoma, WA
Hometown:Puyallup, WA
Experience:16 years
Drafted:Drafted by Boston in 2002 (2/57).
Bats:L
Throws:L
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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.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
Hutch Award 2008
Tony Conigliaro Award 2007
NL National League Championship - Most Valuable Player 2016 (shared with Javier Baez)
MLB Named to the All-Star Game 2011 (replacement - injured), 2010
Eastern League (AA) Most Valuable Pitcher 2005
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