17 Nov 2023, 00:00

Jason Kendall is a retired American professional baseball catcher. Jason Kendall also played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, and Kansas City Royals from 1996 to 2010. He is also the son of former major league catcher Fred Kendall, who played from 1969 to 1980.

Quick Facts

Jason Kendall Biography

Jason Daniel Kendall, better known as Jason Kendall, was born on the 26th of June 1974 in San Diego, California, USA. He is 48 years old and of American nationality, according to his birth date. Furthermore, he was born under the sign of Cancer, and his ethnicity is unknown at this time.

His father’s name is Fred Kendall, and his mother’s name is unknown. From 1969 to 1980, his father was a major league catcher. He has not disclosed anything about his siblings or his early childhood life.

Jason Kendall Education

In terms of his educational background, he attended Torrance High School in California, where he set a national high school record by hitting safely in 43 consecutive games. In the 1992 Major League Baseball draft, he was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first round (23rd overall) out of high school.

Jason Kendall Height, Weight

This retired player is bald with brown eyes. There is also information about his height, weight, and other physical stats.

Career

Regarding his profession, Jason Kendall was the Pirates’ starting catcher from 1996 to 2004, when he was traded to the Athletics for Arthur Rhodes and Mark Redman. In his first season, he hit.300 and was named NL Rookie of the Year by The Sporting News (he finished third in voting for the MLB Rookie of the Year award). 1998 and 2000 All-Star. In 1999, he injured his ankle while running to first base against Milwaukee on July 4.

He led the majors in strikeouts per at-bat in 2002 and 2005. In 2002-2004, he led MLB catchers in games and innings. He’s the Pirates’ games-caught leader. He’s a patient hitter. Despite lacking power, he has a.297 batting average and few strikeouts. He’s quick for a catcher, but not MLB-fast. He’s led MLB catchers in stolen bases for seven years (22 in 2000, 13 in 2001, 15 in 2002, 11 in 2004 and 11 in 2006).

He hit poorly in 2005. His.321 slugging percentage was the lowest of any NL hitting champion (by 20 points). His.271 average was his second-lowest. He allowed 101 stolen bases, more than any MLB catcher. On September 26, 2006, the Athletics won the AL Western Division. He got his first playoff hit against Boof Bonser in Game 2 of the ALDS.

On July 16, 2007, the Chicago Cubs traded him for Jerry Blevins and Rob Bowen. When he was traded, he had the lowest on-base percentage (.261) and second-lowest slugging percentage (.281). He allowed more stolen bases than any other MLB catcher (131 attempts, 20 caught).

He signed a one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers on November 21, 2007. On July 10, 2008, he batted.264 with a.346 OBP and 26 RBIs as the Brewers’ primary catcher. His 2008 catch rate was 40%. His career batting average is.303.

Jason Kendall Net Worth

He has achieved fame and fortune during his playing career, but he has received no major awards or recognition. Given his career success, he may be able to earn some of them in the coming years.

He made a lot of money as a former baseball player. As of August 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $40 million, and his salary is estimated to be around $4 million.

Jason Kendall Wife, Marriage

He married twice during his marriage. In 2004, he married Chantel Dreesen. However, the couple divorced in 2010. He later married Tricia Kendall in 2018. Kuyper Chase Kendall and Karoline Ellory Kendall are the couple’s children from their marriage. Aside from that, this retired player has not been involved in any controversy or rumors.

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