Jensen Lewis
Born: 5/16/1984 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-07-16 | Final Game: 2010-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 240 lbs
Full name: Jensen Daniel Lewis
Biography
Jensen Lewis was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2007 to 2010. Born in 1984, Lewis made his mark primarily with the Cleveland Indians, showcasing his skills as a reliable reliever during his career. He finished with a win-loss record of 7-11 and maintained a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.68 across his appearances. Known for his ability to strike out batters, he recorded a total of 177 strikeouts and secured 14 saves, underscoring his role as a key asset in the bullpen.
Lewis's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by evolving pitching strategies and an increasing emphasis on bullpen depth. His contributions were particularly notable in the late 2000s, a time when teams began to recognize the importance of specialized relief pitchers. While his career was relatively brief, Lewis's performance reflected a strong command of his craft, and he remains a respected figure among fans of the game for his dedication and competitive spirit on the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 11 | 161 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 198.0 | 184 | 81 | 23 | 85 | 177 | 3.68 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CLE | AL | 1 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.3 | 26 | 7 | 10 | 34 | 2.15 | 1463.3 |
| 2008 | CLE | AL | 0 | 4 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 66.0 | 68 | 28 | 27 | 52 | 3.82 | -439.4 |
| 2009 | CLE | AL | 2 | 4 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 66.3 | 62 | 34 | 29 | 62 | 4.61 | -1438.5 |
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 4 | 2 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 28 | 12 | 19 | 29 | 2.97 | 613.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CLE | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | CLE | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | CLE | AL | 47 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ALCS | CLE | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2007 | ALDS2 | CLE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 4.70 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ALCS | CLE | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 6.35 |
| 2007 | ALDS2 | CLE | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 161 | 0 | 14 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CLE | P | 26 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | CLE | P | 51 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | CLE | P | 47 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | CLE | P | 37 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 161 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CLE | AL | $422,400 |
| 2009 | CLE | AL | $418,600 |
| 2008 | CLE | AL | $393,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,234,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville | TN | 2003, 2004, 2005 |