Lee Stevens
Born: 7/10/1967 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-07-16 | Final Game: 2002-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: DeWain Lee Stevens
Biography
Lee Stevens, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning over a decade from 1990 to 2002. He was primarily known for his role as a position player, amassing a total of 1,012 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Stevens showcased his power at the plate, recording 847 hits, 144 home runs, and 531 runs batted in, which underscored his capability as a reliable middle-of-the-order hitter. His batting average of .254 reflected a solid, if not spectacular, offensive contribution during an era characterized by a mix of power hitters and emerging pitching talent.
Stevens' career was marked by his versatility and consistency, traits that allowed him to make a significant impact on the teams he played for. While he was not known for his speed on the basepaths, with only 9 stolen bases to his name, his strength and ability to drive in runs made him a valuable asset to his lineup. His tenure in the game spanned the transition from the early 1990s into the early 2000s, a period that witnessed the rise of power hitting and the evolving strategies of baseball. Stevens' contributions to the game have left a lasting legacy, particularly for fans who remember his tenure with teams such as the California Angels and the Texas Rangers.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1012 | 3332 | 440 | 847 | 185 | 15 | 144 | 531 | 9 | 345 | 832 | 0.254 | 0.323 | 0.448 | 0.772 | 1262.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 67 | 248 | 28 | 53 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 32 | 1 | 22 | 75 | 0.214 | -635.1 |
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 18 | 58 | 8 | 17 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 0.293 | 72.7 |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 106 | 312 | 25 | 69 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 37 | 1 | 29 | 64 | 0.221 | -549.0 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | 27 | 78 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 22 | 0.231 | -89.5 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | 137 | 426 | 58 | 128 | 24 | 2 | 21 | 74 | 1 | 23 | 83 | 0.300 | 936.8 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 120 | 344 | 52 | 91 | 17 | 4 | 20 | 59 | 0 | 31 | 93 | 0.265 | 635.8 |
| 1999 | TEX | AL | 146 | 517 | 76 | 146 | 31 | 1 | 24 | 81 | 2 | 52 | 132 | 0.282 | 613.3 |
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 123 | 449 | 60 | 119 | 27 | 2 | 22 | 75 | 0 | 48 | 105 | 0.265 | 379.9 |
| 2001 | WSN | NL | 152 | 542 | 77 | 133 | 35 | 1 | 25 | 95 | 2 | 74 | 157 | 0.245 | 481.4 |
| 2002 | CLE | AL | 53 | 153 | 22 | 34 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 15 | 32 | 0.222 | -366.3 |
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 63 | 205 | 28 | 39 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 31 | 1 | 39 | 57 | 0.190 | -366.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.083 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ALDS2 | TEX | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 |
| 1998 | ALDS2 | TEX | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 777 | 722 | 6577 | 445 | 59 | 638 |
| OF | 59 | 53 | 94 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CAL | 1B | 67 | 63 | 597 | 36 | 4 | 62 |
| 1991 | CAL | 1B | 11 | 9 | 85 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 1991 | CAL | OF | 9 | 9 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CAL | 1B | 91 | 85 | 764 | 49 | 4 | 88 |
| 1996 | TEX | 1B | 18 | 15 | 152 | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| 1996 | TEX | OF | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | TEX | 1B | 62 | 54 | 456 | 33 | 3 | 45 |
| 1997 | TEX | OF | 22 | 20 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | TEX | 1B | 37 | 19 | 208 | 15 | 1 | 11 |
| 1998 | TEX | OF | 7 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TEX | 1B | 133 | 130 | 1228 | 60 | 8 | 128 |
| 2000 | MON | 1B | 123 | 121 | 1072 | 85 | 11 | 99 |
| 2001 | MON | 1B | 152 | 149 | 1287 | 92 | 19 | 113 |
| 2002 | CLE | 1B | 25 | 21 | 216 | 8 | 3 | 19 |
| 2002 | CLE | OF | 16 | 15 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MON | 1B | 58 | 56 | 512 | 47 | 4 | 47 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 777 |
| Left Field | 20 |
| Right Field | 39 |
| Designated Hitter | 123 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MON | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2001 | MON | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2000 | MON | NL | $3,500,000 |
| 1999 | TEX | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | $1,250,000 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | $300,000 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| 1992 | CAL | AL | $130,000 |
| 1990 | CAL | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $15,489,000 | ||