Lee Stevens was a professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on July 10, 1967, in Kansas City, Missouri, and attended Lawrence High School in Lawrence, Kansas. After high school, he was drafted by the California Angels in the first round of the 1986 Major League Baseball draft.
Stevens made his Major League debut with the Angels in 1990 and played for them until 1996. During his time with the Angels, he played primarily as a first baseman and outfielder. In 1997, he was traded to the Texas Rangers, where he played until 2001. He then played for the Montreal Expos in 2002 before retiring from baseball.
Throughout his career, Stevens was known for his power hitting and ability to play multiple positions. He hit a career-high 24 home runs in 1997 while playing for the Rangers. He also had a career batting average of .254 and a career on-base percentage of .319.
Stevens was a solid defensive player as well, with a career fielding percentage of .992. He played primarily as a first baseman but also saw time in the outfield and at third base.
After retiring from baseball, Stevens worked as a hitting coach for several minor league teams. He also worked as a scout for the Arizona Diamondbacks and as a broadcaster for the Rangers.
Overall, Lee Stevens had a successful career as a professional baseball player. He played for several teams and was known for his power hitting and versatility on the field. After retiring from baseball, he continued to work in the sport as a coach, scout, and broadcaster.
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