Jed Lowrie
Born: 4/17/1984 in Salem, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-04-15 | Final Game: 2022-08-07
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Jed Carlson Lowrie
Biography
Jed Lowrie was a professional baseball player born in 1984, who enjoyed a productive career from 2008 to 2022. Throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball, he played in 1,307 games, amassing 1,185 hits, 121 home runs, and 594 runs batted in, while maintaining a career batting average of .257. Known for his versatility, Lowrie played primarily as an infielder and was recognized for his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. He achieved an All-Star selection during his career, highlighting his status among the top players in the league.
Lowrie's playing style was characterized by a keen batting eye and solid fundamentals, allowing him to be a reliable contributor for various teams, including the Boston Red Sox, Houston Astros, and Oakland Athletics. His career unfolded during an era marked by significant offensive output in baseball, and he navigated the complexities of the game with a disciplined approach. With a total of eight stolen bases, he showcased a surprising level of speed for an infielder, complementing his power and hitting skills. As he retired in 2022, Lowrie left behind a legacy as a steady presence in the infield and a respected veteran in the clubhouse.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1307 | 4615 | 590 | 1185 | 292 | 17 | 121 | 594 | 8 | 503 | 895 | 0.257 | 0.330 | 0.406 | 0.736 | 1816.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 81 | 260 | 34 | 67 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 46 | 1 | 35 | 68 | 0.258 | -125.0 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 32 | 68 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0.147 | -468.3 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 55 | 171 | 31 | 49 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 1 | 25 | 25 | 0.287 | 779.7 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | 88 | 309 | 40 | 78 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 36 | 1 | 23 | 60 | 0.252 | -355.0 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | 97 | 340 | 43 | 83 | 18 | 0 | 16 | 42 | 2 | 43 | 65 | 0.244 | 439.7 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | 154 | 603 | 80 | 175 | 45 | 2 | 15 | 75 | 1 | 50 | 91 | 0.290 | 1258.3 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | 136 | 502 | 59 | 125 | 29 | 3 | 6 | 50 | 0 | 51 | 79 | 0.249 | -283.1 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 69 | 230 | 35 | 51 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 30 | 1 | 28 | 43 | 0.222 | -33.0 |
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 87 | 338 | 30 | 89 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 0 | 26 | 65 | 0.263 | -839.1 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 153 | 567 | 86 | 157 | 49 | 3 | 14 | 69 | 0 | 73 | 100 | 0.277 | 1006.9 |
| 2018 | OAK | AL | 157 | 596 | 78 | 159 | 37 | 1 | 23 | 99 | 0 | 78 | 128 | 0.267 | 1382.4 |
| 2019 | NYN | NL | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | OAK | AL | 139 | 457 | 55 | 112 | 28 | 0 | 14 | 69 | 0 | 49 | 108 | 0.245 | -138.9 |
| 2022 | OAK | AL | 50 | 167 | 14 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 15 | 39 | 0.180 | -807.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 64 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 0.141 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2015 | ALWC | HOU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2015 | ALDS1 | HOU | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2014 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2013 | ALDS2 | OAK | 5 | 20 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 0.150 |
| 2009 | ALDS2 | BOS | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2008 | ALDS1 | BOS | 3 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.364 |
| 2008 | ALCS | BOS | 6 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0.111 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 3 | 50 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2B | 485 | 465 | 696 | 1167 | 23 | 275 |
| 3B | 146 | 111 | 82 | 211 | 10 | 15 |
| SS | 508 | 481 | 561 | 1267 | 49 | 257 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | 2B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | BOS | 3B | 45 | 22 | 16 | 59 | 2 | 8 |
| 2008 | BOS | SS | 49 | 45 | 46 | 109 | 0 | 21 |
| 2009 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BOS | 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BOS | SS | 26 | 18 | 22 | 52 | 1 | 16 |
| 2010 | BOS | 1B | 7 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2010 | BOS | 2B | 28 | 24 | 44 | 77 | 3 | 14 |
| 2010 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | BOS | SS | 23 | 21 | 26 | 46 | 1 | 17 |
| 2011 | BOS | 1B | 4 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | BOS | 3B | 33 | 29 | 28 | 64 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | BOS | SS | 49 | 47 | 59 | 112 | 10 | 22 |
| 2012 | HOU | SS | 93 | 90 | 102 | 284 | 8 | 48 |
| 2013 | OAK | 2B | 24 | 23 | 33 | 36 | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 | OAK | SS | 119 | 115 | 139 | 266 | 16 | 56 |
| 2014 | OAK | SS | 130 | 129 | 146 | 344 | 13 | 71 |
| 2015 | HOU | 3B | 47 | 45 | 25 | 60 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 | HOU | SS | 17 | 16 | 21 | 53 | 0 | 6 |
| 2016 | OAK | 2B | 82 | 80 | 141 | 235 | 6 | 60 |
| 2016 | OAK | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | OAK | 2B | 136 | 132 | 199 | 344 | 5 | 98 |
| 2017 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | OAK | 2B | 136 | 133 | 194 | 336 | 4 | 73 |
| 2018 | OAK | 3B | 14 | 14 | 10 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | OAK | 2B | 71 | 69 | 80 | 125 | 3 | 18 |
| 2021 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | OAK | 1B | 3 | 3 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | OAK | 2B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Second Base | 485 |
| Third Base | 146 |
| Shortstop | 508 |
| Designated Hitter | 146 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | AL | $7,500,000 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | $8,000,000 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | $5,250,000 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | $2,400,000 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | $450,000 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | $434,000 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | $414,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $25,598,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 20th | 3.0 | 420 | 0 |