Sean Lowe
Born: 3/29/1971 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-08-29 | Final Game: 2003-07-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Sean Lowe
Biography
Sean Lowe, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1997 to 2003. He made his Major League debut on August 29, 1997, and concluded his playing days on July 30, 2003. Throughout his career, Lowe showcased his skills on the mound, finishing with a record of 23 wins and 15 losses. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95, he demonstrated the ability to manage games despite the challenges faced by pitchers in an era characterized by offensive prowess.
Lowe recorded a total of 288 strikeouts and accumulated 3 saves over his career, highlighting his capabilities as both a starter and a reliever. His contributions to his teams were vital during a time when pitching strategies were evolving, and he played a role in navigating the complexities of the game during the early 2000s. Although not a household name, his performance added depth to the pitching rosters he was part of, and he remains a respected figure in baseball history for his dedication and resilience on the field.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 15 | 248 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 440.0 | 485 | 242 | 51 | 194 | 288 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | STL | NL | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.3 | 27 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 9.35 | - |
| 1998 | STL | NL | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 15.19 | - |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 4 | 1 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 95.7 | 90 | 39 | 46 | 62 | 3.67 | - |
| 2000 | CHW | AL | 4 | 1 | 50 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.7 | 78 | 43 | 39 | 53 | 5.48 | - |
| 2001 | CHW | AL | 9 | 4 | 45 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 127.0 | 123 | 51 | 32 | 71 | 3.61 | - |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 16 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 8.71 | -160.4 |
| 2002 | PIT | NL | 4 | 2 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.0 | 85 | 41 | 34 | 57 | 5.35 | -562.8 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 1 | 1 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44.7 | 55 | 31 | 21 | 28 | 6.25 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 248 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.136 | 0.136 | 0.136 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | STL | NL | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | STL | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | CHW | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CHW | AL | 45 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | PIT | NL | 43 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 28 | 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 | 248 | 22 | 27 | 67 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | SLN | P | 6 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | SLN | P | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | CHA | P | 64 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | CHA | P | 50 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | CHA | P | 45 | 11 | 8 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | PIT | P | 43 | 1 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | KCA | P | 28 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 248 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | PIT | NL | $950,000 |
| 2001 | CHA | AL | $300,000 |
| 2000 | CHA | AL | $255,000 |
| 1999 | CHA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,705,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1992 |
| McLennan Community College | Waco | TX | 1990, 1991 |