Jeff Shaw was a professional baseball player who played as a relief pitcher for several teams during his career. He was born on July 7, 1966, in Washington Court House, Ohio, and attended the University of Rio Grande, where he played college baseball.
Shaw was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the first round of the 1986 Major League Baseball draft. He made his major league debut with the Indians in 1990 and played for them until 1992. He then played for the Montreal Expos from 1993 to 1995 before being traded to the Cincinnati Reds in 1995.
Shaw had his best years with the Reds, where he played from 1995 to 1998. He was named to the National League All-Star team in 1998 and finished the season with 42 saves, which led the league. He also won the Rolaids Relief Man Award that year.
In 1999, Shaw was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he played for two seasons. He was then traded to the Chicago White Sox in 2001 but retired before playing a game for them.
Throughout his career, Shaw was known for his durability and consistency as a relief pitcher. He had a career record of 56-44 with a 3.52 ERA and 203 saves. He also had a reputation for being a team player and a leader in the clubhouse.
After retiring from baseball, Shaw returned to his hometown of Washington Court House, Ohio, where he became involved in the community. He served as the head coach of the Miami Trace High School baseball team and was also involved in youth baseball programs.
In 2017, Shaw was inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions to the team during his time there. He remains a beloved figure in the baseball community and is remembered for his skill on the field and his dedication to the sport.
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