True longevity is a rare thing in modern baseball, especially among pitchers. That’s just one reason why Jamey Wright’s story is remarkable. The 2011 season marked the 16th in the major leagues for the veteran relief pitcher, who posted a 3.16 ERA and career-low 1.332 WHIP in 60 games with the Seattle Mariners in addition to ranking in the top 20 in the American League in holds. A graduate of Westmoore High School in Oklahoma City, Wright was named Southwest Region Gatorade Player of the Year. Following his high school career, Wright was tabbed with the 28th overall selection in the first round of the 1993 draft by the Colorado Rockies. For three years, he worked his way through the Colorado system, and, after putting together one of the best seasons in minor league baseball in 1996 with a 9-3 record, a 1.90 ERA and 94 strikeouts in 104.1 innings, Wright was called up by the Rockies. He made his major league debut on July 3, 1996 in San Francisco, where he twirled six innings of one-run, four-hit ball, only to come away with a no-decision. Wright spent four years with the Rockies before a trade to the Brewers following the 1999 season. He remained a starting pitcher through stops in St. Louis, Kansas City, Colorado and San Francisco before transitioning to the bullpen as a Ranger in 2007 and 2008, boasting a 3.62 ERA during his first year in Texas. Since 2008, Wright has appeared in 246 games with the Rangers, Royals, Indians and Mariners, all in relief. Prior to the start of the 2012 season, Wright signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Born: December 24, 1974 | Height: 6’6” | Weight: 230lb. | Bats: right | Throws: Right | High School: Westmoore High School, OK | Team: Los Angeles Dodgers

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