Evan Lee (born June 18, 1997) is an American professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He made his MLB debut in 2022.
Career
Lee was a two-way player at the University of Arkansas, playing in the outfield and pitching. He was a draft-eligible sophomore when he was selected by the Nationals in the 15th round of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft as a left-handed pitcher. Lee chose to sign with the Nationals, turning pro.[1] Lee was selected to participate in the Arizona Fall League in 2021, pitching in relief for the Surprise Saguaros.[2] The Nationals added him to their 40-man roster after the season.[3]
He made his major league debut as a spot starter against the New York Mets on June 1, 2022.[4] Later that month, Lee suffered a left flexor strain and was placed on the injured list.[5] He was transferred to the 60-day IL on August 2.[6] He was sent outright off the 40-man roster on November 15, 2022. He was released on April 23, 2024.[7]
On the mound, Lee uses a four-pitch mix, although he described himself in a 2020 interview as "fastball-heavy". He also throws a 12–6 curveball, a cutter, and a slider.[8]
Personal life
Lee is married to former University of Arkansas softball player Sydney Parr.[9][10] The two met in college when they were both student athletes at the University of Arkansas.[11][12]
References
- ^ Jones, Matt (July 3, 2018). "Evan Lee signs with Nationals, foregoes final 2 years at Arkansas". Whole Hog Sports. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ Lusk, Lacy (November 4, 2021). "Evan Lee Relishes AFL Opportunity". Baseball America. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ "Nationals add Casey, Lee to 40-man roster". MASN Sports. November 19, 2021. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ "Washington Nationals' lineup for finale with New York Mets + Luis García & Evan Lee up with team in NY". June 2022.
- ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Placed on 15-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ "Nationals' Evan Lee: Moved to 60-day IL". cbssports.com. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ https://www.milb.com/transactions/2024-04-23
- ^ Driver, David (November 12, 2021). "Washington Nationals' prospect countdown: No. 24 - Evan Lee". Federal Baseball. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ Dawson, Dudley E. (April 8, 2020). "Parr's future bright but uncertain". WholeHogSports. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ Balgavy, Hayden (April 8, 2020). "Razorbacks training while social distancing". KTHV. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ Davis, Brandon (February 5, 2019). "Arkansas Athletics Spark Love Connection". The Arkansas Traveler. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
- ^ "WAGS Work: Sydney Parr Lee". Our Baseball Life. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet