Evan Hankins Lee (born June 18, 1997) is an American professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Washington Nationals.
| Evan Lee | |
|---|---|
| Free agent | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: June 18, 1997 Bryant, Arkansas, U.S. | |
Bats: Left Throws: Left | |
| MLB debut | |
| June 1, 2022, for the Washington Nationals | |
| MLB statistics (through 2022 season) | |
| Win–loss record | 0–1 |
| Earned run average | 4.15 |
| Strikeouts | 7 |
| Teams | |
Career
editLee was a two-way player at the University of Arkansas, playing in the outfield and pitching. He was a draft-eligible sophomore when he was drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 15th round, with the 461st overall selection, of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft as a left-handed pitcher. Lee chose to sign with the Nationals, turning pro.[1] He made his professional debut with the rookie–level Gulf Coast League Nationals. In 2019, Lee played for the Low–A Auburn Doubledays, registering a 2.65 ERA with 44 strikeouts across 34 innings of work.[2]
Lee did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[3] He spent the 2021 campaign with the High–A Wilmington Blue Rocks, compiling a 4–3 record and 4.32 ERA with 104 strikeouts across 21 games (20 starts).[4] Lee was selected to participate in the Arizona Fall League in 2021, pitching in relief for the Surprise Saguaros.[5]
On November 19, 2021, the Nationals added Lee to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.[6] He made his major league debut as a spot starter against the New York Mets on June 1, 2022.[7] Later that month, Lee suffered a left flexor strain and was placed on the injured list.[8] He was transferred to the 60-day IL on August 2.[9] Lee cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple–A Rochester on November 15.[10]
Lee was transitioned into a relief pitcher role entering the 2023 season.[11] In 22 appearances out of the bullpen for the Double–A Harrisburg Senators, he struggled to a 6.45 ERA with 24 strikeouts across 22+1⁄3 innings pitched.[12] Lee began the 2024 campaign with Wilmington, struggling immensely to a 60.75 ERA in 1+1⁄3 innings of work. He was released by the Nationals organization on April 23, 2024.[13]
Pitching style
editOn the mound, Lee uses a four-pitch mix, although he described himself in a 2020 interview as "fastball-heavy". He also throws a 12–6 curveball, a cutter, and a slider.[14]
Personal life
editLee is married to former University of Arkansas softball player Sydney Parr.[15][16] The two met in college when they were both student athletes at the University of Arkansas.[17][18]
References
edit- ^ Jones, Matt (July 3, 2018). "Evan Lee signs with Nationals, foregoes final 2 years at Arkansas". Whole Hog Sports. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ "Evan Lee - Stats - Pitching". fangraphs.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ "2020 Minor League Baseball season cancelled". mlb.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ "Evan Lee Stats & Scouting Report". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ Lusk, Lacy (November 4, 2021). "Evan Lee Relishes AFL Opportunity". Baseball America. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ "Nationals add Casey, Lee to 40-man roster". MASN Sports. November 19, 2021. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ "Washington Nationals' lineup for finale with New York Mets + Luis García & Evan Lee up with team in NY". June 2022.
- ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Placed on 15-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Moved to 60-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ "Nationals To Make Several Roster Movee". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ "NL Notes: Song, Lee, Hamels". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ "Evan Lee Player Card". baseballprospectus.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ^ https://www.milb.com/transactions/2024-04-23
- ^ Driver, David (November 12, 2021). "Washington Nationals' prospect countdown: No. 24 - Evan Lee". Federal Baseball. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ Dawson, Dudley E. (April 8, 2020). "Parr's future bright but uncertain". WholeHogSports. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ Balgavy, Hayden (April 8, 2020). "Razorbacks training while social distancing". KTHV. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ Davis, Brandon (February 5, 2019). "Arkansas Athletics Spark Love Connection". The Arkansas Traveler. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ "WAGS Work: Sydney Parr Lee". Our Baseball Life. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
External links
edit- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet