Mike Lowell
Born: 2/24/1974 in San Juan, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1998-09-13 | Final Game: 2010-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Averett Lowell
Biography
Mike Lowell was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1998 to 2010. Born in 1974, Lowell made a lasting impact on the game with his consistent hitting and clutch performances. Over the course of 1,601 games, he accumulated 1,619 hits, 223 home runs, and 952 RBIs, finishing his career with a respectable batting average of .279. He was known for his ability to perform under pressure, which was exemplified by his selection as the World Series MVP, showcasing his pivotal role in helping his team succeed on the biggest stage.
Throughout his career, Lowell was selected as an All-Star four times, reflecting his status as one of the top players of his era. He was not only a reliable hitter but also contributed defensively, demonstrating versatility and a strong work ethic that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. Lowell's tenure in the league coincided with a high-scoring era in baseball, but he maintained a balanced approach at the plate, combining power and contact hitting. His contributions to the game extended beyond statistics, as he became a respected leader and mentor in the clubhouse, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts of baseball enthusiasts.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1601 | 5813 | 771 | 1619 | 394 | 7 | 223 | 952 | 30 | 548 | 817 | 0.279 | 0.342 | 0.464 | 0.805 | 6909.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NYY | AL | 8 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIA | NL | 97 | 308 | 32 | 78 | 15 | 0 | 12 | 47 | 0 | 26 | 69 | 0.253 | -394.2 |
| 2000 | MIA | NL | 140 | 508 | 73 | 137 | 38 | 0 | 22 | 91 | 4 | 54 | 75 | 0.270 | 392.3 |
| 2001 | MIA | NL | 146 | 551 | 65 | 156 | 37 | 0 | 18 | 100 | 1 | 43 | 79 | 0.283 | 395.6 |
| 2002 | MIA | NL | 160 | 597 | 88 | 165 | 44 | 0 | 24 | 92 | 4 | 65 | 92 | 0.276 | 1075.7 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 130 | 492 | 76 | 136 | 27 | 1 | 32 | 105 | 3 | 56 | 78 | 0.276 | 1615.7 |
| 2004 | MIA | NL | 158 | 598 | 87 | 175 | 44 | 1 | 27 | 85 | 5 | 64 | 77 | 0.293 | 1837.8 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 150 | 500 | 56 | 118 | 36 | 1 | 8 | 58 | 4 | 46 | 58 | 0.236 | -1384.7 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | 153 | 573 | 79 | 163 | 47 | 1 | 20 | 80 | 2 | 47 | 61 | 0.284 | 605.3 |
| 2007 | BOS | AL | 154 | 589 | 79 | 191 | 37 | 2 | 21 | 120 | 3 | 53 | 71 | 0.324 | 1981.1 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 113 | 419 | 58 | 115 | 27 | 0 | 17 | 73 | 2 | 38 | 61 | 0.274 | 486.6 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 119 | 445 | 54 | 129 | 29 | 1 | 17 | 75 | 2 | 33 | 61 | 0.290 | 606.9 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 73 | 218 | 23 | 52 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 23 | 34 | 0.239 | -309.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 115 | 17 | 29 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 13 | 15 | 0.252 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ALDS2 | BOS | 3 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 2008 | ALDS1 | BOS | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2007 | WS | BOS | 4 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0.400 |
| 2007 | ALDS1 | BOS | 3 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 2007 | ALCS | BOS | 7 | 27 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2003 | WS | FLO | 6 | 23 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0.217 |
| 2003 | NLDS1 | FLO | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2003 | NLCS | FLO | 7 | 20 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 43 | 38 | 310 | 24 | 2 | 35 |
| 2B | 8 | 9 | 18 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 3B | 1474 | 1442 | 1140 | 2688 | 101 | 302 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NYA | 3B | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | FLO | 3B | 83 | 81 | 59 | 143 | 4 | 12 |
| 2000 | FLO | 3B | 136 | 135 | 102 | 260 | 12 | 19 |
| 2001 | FLO | 3B | 144 | 142 | 107 | 261 | 9 | 35 |
| 2002 | FLO | 3B | 159 | 159 | 150 | 286 | 14 | 36 |
| 2003 | FLO | 3B | 128 | 128 | 84 | 243 | 9 | 27 |
| 2004 | FLO | 3B | 154 | 153 | 117 | 272 | 7 | 30 |
| 2005 | FLO | 2B | 8 | 9 | 18 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | FLO | 3B | 135 | 126 | 107 | 243 | 6 | 34 |
| 2006 | BOS | 3B | 153 | 148 | 143 | 314 | 6 | 39 |
| 2007 | BOS | 3B | 154 | 150 | 105 | 264 | 15 | 34 |
| 2008 | BOS | 3B | 110 | 108 | 80 | 217 | 10 | 20 |
| 2009 | BOS | 3B | 107 | 105 | 82 | 174 | 9 | 14 |
| 2010 | BOS | 1B | 43 | 38 | 310 | 24 | 2 | 35 |
| 2010 | BOS | 3B | 4 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 43 |
| Second Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 1474 |
| Designated Hitter | 33 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Player of the Week | Week of 2009-04-25 |
| 2007 | Player of the Week | Week of 2007-08-25 |
| 2007 | World Series MVP | |
| 2006 | This Year in Baseball Defensive Player of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2005 | Gold Glove | 3B |
| 2003 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
| 2002 | Player of the Week | Week of 2002-09-28 |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-09-02 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BOS | AL | $12,500,000 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | $12,500,000 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | $12,500,000 |
| 2007 | BOS | AL | $9,000,000 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | $9,000,000 |
| 2005 | FLO | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2004 | FLO | NL | $6,500,000 |
| 2003 | FLO | NL | $3,700,000 |
| 2002 | FLO | NL | $2,300,000 |
| 2001 | FLO | NL | $500,000 |
| 2000 | FLO | NL | $255,000 |
| 1999 | FLO | NL | $201,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $76,456,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida International University | Miami | FL | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 5th | 126.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 2003 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 11th | 30.0 | 448 | 0 |