Jason Bartlett

Jason Alan Bartlett

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 180 lb.
• School San Joaquin Delta College, University of Oklahoma
• High School St. Mary's High School (Stockton)
• Debut August 3, 2004
• Final Game April 6, 2014
• Born October 30, 1979 in Mountain View, CA USA

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Biographical Information

Jason Bartlett was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 13th round of the 2001 amateur draft. He was signed by scout Lane Decker and made his pro debut that summer.

Although Bartlett was known first for his defensive prowess at shortstop, he tied a San Diego Padres team record in May of 2011 by driving in a run in 9 consecutive games. That matched streaks by Sixto Lezcano in 1982 and Steve Finley in 1996. It was doubly surprising as Bartlett was not really a run producer, and the Padres' offense was sputtering at the time. With the Tampa Bay Rays, Bartlett stole a base during the fifth inning of Game 1 of the 2008 World Series, becoming the second player in big league history to ensure America a free taco per Taco Bell's "Steal A Bag, Steal A Taco" campaign. In 2009, he set a franchise record by producing a 19-game hitting streak, a record that would hold until 2024 when eclipsed by Yandy Diaz. That season stands out in his career as he batted .320 in 137 games and was an All-Star for the only time of his career. His OPS+ of 132 was the only time in his career that he finished above 100.

Bartlett's wife, Kelly, is the daughter of Tony Chevez, who pitched four games for the 1977 Baltimore Orioles.

Notable Achievements

• AL All-Star (2009)

Related Sites

• Jason Bartlett on mlb.com