Jon Lester American Baseball Player From Tacoma
Jon Lester · baseball player · American
Biography
Born on 7 January 1984 in Tacoma, Jon Lester is an American baseball player. He is listed with Boston Red Sox (2006–2014) and Chicago Cubs (2015–2020) among his teams.
Early life
He went on to study at Bellarmine Preparatory School.
Career
On the field, he is listed as a pitcher. The earliest team listed is Boston Red Sox, from 2006. His 5 listed teams include Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals and Washington Nationals. The longest stint listed is 8 years with Boston Red Sox. At Boston Red Sox (2006–2014), his team-mates on record include David Ortiz, Daisuke Matsuzaka and Adrián González. Chicago Cubs team-mates from the same years include Anthony Rizzo, Javier Báez and Kyle Schwarber.
Recognition
His awards include the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame (2026). His other honours include the Major League Baseball All-Star (2010) and a League Championship Series Most Valuable Player Award (2016). In total, he has received 3 awards.
Teams
5 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2006–2014 | Boston Red Sox | Pitcher |
| 2014 | Oakland Athletics | Pitcher |
| 2015–2020 | Chicago Cubs | Pitcher |
| 2021 | St. Louis Cardinals | Pitcher |
| 2021 | Washington Nationals | Pitcher |
Awards and nominations
3 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2016 | League Championship Series Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2010 | Major League Baseball All-Star | Won |
Personal life
He studied at Bellarmine Preparatory School.
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Jon Lester?
Jon Lester is 42 years old, born on 7 January 1984 in Tacoma.
What is Jon Lester known for?
Jon Lester is a pitcher who has played for Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs.
How tall is Jon Lester?
Jon Lester is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
What is Jon Lester’s nationality?
Jon Lester is American, born in Tacoma.
Has Jon Lester won any awards?
Yes. 3 awards are on record, including Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame (2026).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q928223), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Keith Allison on Flickr · CC BY-SA 2.0
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