Lyle Overbay

Lyle Overbay

Lyle Overbay is a First Baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays. Originally drafted in the 17th round by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 1999, Overbay bounced back and forth between the Diamondbacks and the minors from 1999-2002. In 2003 he spent most of the year in the majors, posting a .276 BA, with 28 RBI, and 4 HR. The Diamondbacks would trade Overbay to the Milwaukee Brewers following the 2003 season along with Chris Capuano, Craig Counsell, Chad Moeller, Jorge de la Rosa, and Junior Spivey. In exchange, the Diamondbacks received Richie Sexon, Shane Nance, and Noochie Varner. Following two productive years in Milwaukee, the Blue Jays traded David Bush, Gabe Gross, and Zach Jackson for Overbay and Ty Taubenheim.

Fast Facts

Born: January 28, 1977
Birthplace: Centralia, Washington
Made MLB debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks
2007: Hit by a pitch that put him on the disabled list

Strengths

Once Overbay received consistent playing time he proved to be a dependable run producer, and his patience at the plate leads to plenty of walks[1]. Overbay plays terrific defense at first base[2].

Weaknesses

Despite Overbay's size (6'2" 230 lbs) he does not display great power at the plate[3].

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Lyle Overbay Vital Stats

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- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 215 lb
- Rookie Year: 2003

Lyle Overbay Timeline

January 28, 1977: Born
1998: Big West Conference All-Star
1999: Pioneer League Most Valuable Player
1999: Drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks
2001: Arizona Diamondbacks Minor League Player of the Year
2002: Pacific League All-Star
2003: Traded to the Milwaukee Brewers
2005: Traded to the Toronto Blue Jays
2007: Lyle Overbay signs multi year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers

Lyle Overbay News and Articles

ESPN.com: "Lot Of Offense To Like As Jays Finalize Overbay's Deal" (2007)
MLB.com: "Notes: Tough Year So Far For Overbay" (2007)
Pressconnects.com: "Overbay Passes On Experiences" (2007)
MLB.com: "Notes: Mishap Sidelines Overbay" (2007)

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AOL Sports: "Lyle Overbay Passes Out, Subjected To "Doctorish" Terminology" (2007)
The Raw Feed: Lyle Overbay to Rehab with Double-A New Hampshire" (2007)
National Post: "Overbay Looks Worse Than He Feels" (2007)
The Brewer Nation: "Breaking Down The Lyle Overbay Trade" (2006)
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