Jason Schmidt

Jason David Schmidt (born January 29, 1973) is an American former Major League Baseball pitcher. He played for several teams throughout his career, including the Los Angeles Dodgers (2007–2009), San Francisco Giants (2001–2006), Pittsburgh Pirates (1996–2001), and Atlanta Braves (1995–1996). Schmidt was drafted by the Braves in the eighth round of the 1991 MLB Draft and made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast Braves in 1991. Throughout his career, he achieved notable accomplishments, such as being named an All-Star three times and leading the National League in ERA in 2003. Schmidt retired from professional baseball in 2009.