Lee Gardner
Born: 1/16/1975 in Hartland, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-05-24 | Final Game: 2008-04-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 219 lbs
Full name: Terrence Lee Gardner
Biography
Lee Gardner, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2002 to 2008. Making his Major League debut on May 24, 2002, Gardner showcased his pitching prowess during his time in the league. He finished his career with a record of 4-5 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.01, demonstrating his ability to limit runs scored against him. Over the course of his career, he recorded 68 strikeouts and achieved 2 saves, contributing valuable innings to his teams.
Gardner's playing style was characterized by his adeptness at managing game situations and his capacity to perform under pressure, traits that made him a reliable option for late-game scenarios. Competing in a period marked by heightened offensive statistics, Gardner's ability to maintain a sub-3.50 ERA was significant, as he often faced some of the most formidable lineups in the league. His contributions on the mound left a lasting impression, and he remains a respected figure among those who appreciate the art of pitching in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 86 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 101.7 | 110 | 34 | 9 | 32 | 68 | 3.01 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | TBR | AL | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.3 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 4.05 | - |
| 2005 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4.91 | - |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 3 | 4 | 62 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 74.3 | 72 | 16 | 18 | 52 | 1.94 | - |
| 2008 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 10.80 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | TBR | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | TBR | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 62 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | MIA | NL | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 86 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | TBA | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | TBA | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | FLO | P | 62 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | FLO | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 86 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | FLO | NL | $402,500 |
| 2007 | FLO | NL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $792,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant | MI | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 |