Jason Johnson

Jason Johnson, born in 1973, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned over a decade from 1997 to 2008. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Detroit Tigers and subsequently played for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, the Boston Red Sox, and the Cleveland Indians. Johnson was known for his durability and ability to pitch deep into games, which was particularly valuable during his era, a time when starting pitchers often aimed to complete games in an increasingly specialized bullpen landscape. Over his career, Johnson compiled a record of 56-100 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.99. He recorded 810 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to generate swings and misses despite not having overpowering stuff. While Johnson did not achieve the fame of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to his teams and his consistency on the mound during the late 1990s and early 2000s established him as a reliable pitcher in a competitive league. His career reflects the challenges faced by many pitchers of his time, navigating the complexities of a game that was evolving with increasing emphasis on pitching rotations and bullpen specialization.