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Evan Lee
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1997-06-18) June 18, 1997 (age 27)
Bryant, Arkansas, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Left
MLB debut
June 1, 2022, for the Washington Nationals
MLB statistics
(through 2022 season)
Win–loss record0–1
Earned run average4.15
Strikeouts7
Teams

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.

Career

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Lee 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

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On 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

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Lee 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

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  1. ^ Jones, Matt (July 3, 2018). "Evan Lee signs with Nationals, foregoes final 2 years at Arkansas". Whole Hog Sports. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
  2. ^ "Evan Lee - Stats - Pitching". fangraphs.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  3. ^ "2020 Minor League Baseball season cancelled". mlb.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  4. ^ "Evan Lee Stats & Scouting Report". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  5. ^ Lusk, Lacy (November 4, 2021). "Evan Lee Relishes AFL Opportunity". Baseball America. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
  6. ^ "Nationals add Casey, Lee to 40-man roster". MASN Sports. November 19, 2021. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
  7. ^ "Washington Nationals' lineup for finale with New York Mets + Luis García & Evan Lee up with team in NY". June 2022.
  8. ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Placed on 15-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
  9. ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Moved to 60-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
  10. ^ "Nationals To Make Several Roster Movee". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  11. ^ "NL Notes: Song, Lee, Hamels". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  12. ^ "Evan Lee Player Card". baseballprospectus.com. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  13. ^ https://www.milb.com/transactions/2024-04-23
  14. ^ Driver, David (November 12, 2021). "Washington Nationals' prospect countdown: No. 24 - Evan Lee". Federal Baseball. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
  15. ^ 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.
  16. ^ Balgavy, Hayden (April 8, 2020). "Razorbacks training while social distancing". KTHV. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
  17. ^ 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.
  18. ^ "WAGS Work: Sydney Parr Lee". Our Baseball Life. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
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