David Lee
Born: 3/12/1973 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-05-22 | Final Game: 2004-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: David Emmer Lee
Biography
David Lee, born in 1973, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief but impactful career in Major League Baseball from 1999 until 2004. Known for his competitive spirit and steady presence on the mound, Lee appeared in a total of 56 games, finishing with a record of 5-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.37. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded 97 strikeouts during his career, along with one save, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever.
Lee's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by an increase in offensive production and a shift in pitching strategies. Despite the challenges of competing in an era marked by heightened offensive numbers, he demonstrated resilience and solid pitching skills that contributed to his teams. While his career was relatively short, David Lee left an imprint on the game, remembered for his contributions on the mound and his dedication to the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 96 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 115.3 | 117 | 56 | 14 | 72 | 97 | 4.37 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | COL | NL | 3 | 2 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.0 | 43 | 20 | 29 | 38 | 3.67 | 54.3 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5.7 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 11.12 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 1 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.7 | 52 | 20 | 27 | 42 | 3.70 | - |
| 2003 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 4.70 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 10.38 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | COL | NL | 36 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | CLE | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 4 | 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 | 96 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | COL | P | 36 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | SDN | P | 41 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | CLE | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | CLE | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 96 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | COL | NL | $222,500 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $422,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyhurst College | Erie | PA | 1994, 1995 |