Jon Lester
Cherington takes over GM job at Red Sox
Oct 25, 2011 18:14 EDT
The Boston Red Sox introduced Ben Cherington as their new general manager on Tuesday, promoting him after his three seasons as Theo Epstein's assistant -- and this season's major collapse.
Red Sox win dubious distinction for biggest collapse
Sep 29, 2011 14:06 EDT
(Reuters) - Untimely injuries, ineffective pitching and the failure of big-name players to perform when it mattered most are to blame for the epic collapse that kept the Boston Red Sox out of the postseason.
Epic collapses claim Red Sox, Braves
Sep 29, 2011 13:30 EDT
The newspaper headline said it all - "The Choke's On Us."
Tampa Bay Rays claim playoff berth as Red Sox fall
Sep 29, 2011 03:02 EDT
The Tampa Bay Rays erased a seven-run deficit to beat the New York Yankees 8-7 in 12 innings and clinch the American League wild card playoff berth on Wednesday as Boston fell at Baltimore.
Red Sox return to form with Blue Jays romp
Sep 07, 2011 01:31 EDT
TORONTO (Reuters) - The Boston Red Sox took out their recent frustrations on Toronto by bashing the Blue Jays 14-0 for a morale-boosting victory on Tuesday.
Yankees claw back to keep heat on Red Sox
Sep 02, 2011 02:45 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - The New York Yankees rallied from behind and held on through a tense ninth inning for a 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday to keep the heat on their bitter rivals in the American League East.
Yankees rally past Red Sox, take division lead
Aug 06, 2011 01:53 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - With his team trailing 2-0, the bases loaded and the league's best batter at the plate, New York Yankees reliever Boone Logan could not have picked a more testing time to take the mound against bitter rivals Boston at Fenway Park on Friday.
Boston rough up White Sox 10-2
Jul 31, 2011 01:51 EDT
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Red Sox starter Jon Lester received plenty of run support as Boston pulverized the Chicago White Sox 10-2 at U.S. Cellular Field Saturday.
Red Sox send injured pitcher Lester to disabled list
Jul 06, 2011 19:54 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - The Boston Red Sox, deciding not to take any chances with injured ace pitcher Jon Lester, said on Wednesday they sent the left-hander to the 15-day disabled list with a muscle strain.
Red Sox ace Lester injures back in Boston win
Jul 06, 2011 01:59 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - Boston pitcher Jon Lester's promising start against the Toronto Blue Jays ended abruptly on Tuesday when the left-hander was forced to leave the game early due to a strained muscle on the left side of his back.
MLB's Pirates scratch out 3-1 win over Red Sox
Jun 25, 2011 00:55 EDT
PITTSBURGH (Reuters) - The Pittsburgh Pirates used six pitchers to piece together a 3-1 win over the Boston Red Sox at PNC Park Friday.
Brewers go deep three times to sink Red Sox
Jun 19, 2011 01:00 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - The Milwaukee Brewers hit three solo home runs, including back-to-back blasts to lead off the game, en route to a 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox in interleague play at Fenway Park on Saturday.
Lester downs Angels as Boston maintain
May 04, 2011 02:21 EDT
BOSTON (Reuters) - The Boston Red Sox continued their dominance of the Los Angeles Angels with a 7-3 victory on Tuesday.
King Felix! Seattle ace Hernandez wins AL Cy Young
Nov 18, 2010 22:32 EST
Seattle ace Felix Hernandez is an easy winner for AL Cy Young Award despite 13-12 record. For once, Felix Hernandez got all the support he needed for a big win.
Sox GM wants to keep free agents Beltre, Martinez
Nov 12, 2010 19:02 EST
Boston GM Theo Epstein says his first choices at third base and catcher are Beltre, Martinez. Adrian Beltre and Victor Martinez kept hitting while the Red Sox lineup was ravaged by injuries. General manager Theo Epstein wants them back now that the wounded are well into their recovery.
Toronto Blue Jays hire John Farrell as manager
Oct 25, 2010 21:15 EDT
Toronto Blue Jays hire Red Sox pitching coach John Farrell as manager, succeeding Gaston. Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos had interviewed 18 candidates for the manager's job and still couldn't make up his mind.
Rays ace Price wins Spahn award as MLB's top lefty
Oct 06, 2010 06:05 EDT
Rays ace David Price wins Warren Spahn Award as baseball's top left-handed pitcher. Tampa Bay Rays ace David Price has won the Warren Spahn Award, recognizing the top left-handed pitcher in the major leagues.
Injuries, pitching woes sidetrack Red Sox season
Oct 04, 2010 16:54 EDT
Red Sox hope to improve bullpen, keep key hitters after missing playoffs. Dustin Pedroia walked through the clubhouse on crutches, weaving his way through the cartons and equipment bags being packed by disappointed teammates.
Konerko hits slam, White Sox foil Lester, Bosox
Sep 30, 2010 23:47 EDT
Konerko hits grand slam, White Sox beat Boston 8-2 and block Lester's bid at 20th win. Paul Konerko hit a grand slam that wrecked Jon Lester's bid for his 20th win, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Boston Red Sox 8-2 Thursday night in a game delayed because of a power failure.
Lester's 19th leads Red Sox over Yankees 7-3
Sep 25, 2010 22:27 EDT
Lester takes no-hit bid into 6th, gets 19th win as Red Sox beat fading Yankees 7-3. Jon Lester thought about the standings and realized the hole the Boston Red Sox are in ? 5 1/2 games behind the New York Yankees in the AL wild-card race with just eight games to play.
Facts from the Wikipedia page:
| Jon Lester | |
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| Boston Red Sox — No. 31 | |
| Starting pitcher | |
| Born: January 7, 1984 Tacoma, Washington | |
| Bats: Left | Throws: Left |
| MLB debut | |
| June 10, 2006 for the Boston Red Sox | |
| Career statistics (through 2009 season) | |
| Win-Loss | 42-16 |
| Earned run average | 3.66 |
| Strikeouts | 487 |
| Teams | |
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| Career highlights and awards | |
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