Jason Isringhausen
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Jason Derik Isringhausen (Izzy)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3", Weight 195 lb.
- School Lewis and Clark Community College
- Debut July 17, 1995
- Born September 7, 1972 in Brighton, IL USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Jason Isringhausen was drafted in the 44th round of the 1991 draft. Though not typically associated with great major league prospects, the 44th round of the 1991 draft was the birthplace of three very steady playing major leaguers in Jason Isringhausen, Damian Jackson and Bobby Jones.
He had his career stalled early with a case of tuberculosis.
In 2004, Isringhausen tied Lee Smith's St. Louis Cardinals team record for saves in a season with 47.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1995 Pitcher of the Year International League Norfolk Tides
- 2-time All-Star (2000 & 2005)
- NL Saves Leader (2004)
- 30 Saves Seasons: 7 (2000-2002 & 2004-2007)
- 40 Saves Seasons: 1 (2004)
- Won a World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2006 (he did not play in the World Series)
