Jason in 2011
Jason Derik Isringhausen (born September 7, 1972) is a Major League Baseball relief pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. His nickname is Izzy.
He began his career on July 17, 1995. He came up with the Mets near the end of the 95 season after being called up from the Norfolk Tides. His days with the Mets were from 1995- 1997, 1999.
Traded to the A's[]
Back in 96
Jason was traded to the Oakland Athletics at the trading deadline for reliever Billy Taylor.
Return to NY[]
| Age: 38 (born September 7,1972) |
| Position: Pitcher |
| Bats: Right Throws: Right |
| Number: 45 |
| Acquired: Minor League |
| Contract: 1 year $750,000 |
He signed with the Mets with an invite to spring training for the 2011 season. He joined the season roster with Ryota Igarashi on April 10,2011 after Blaine Boyer was DFA. Jason became the new closer since Francisco Rodriguez was traded to the Brewers.
On July 19 he got his first save with the Mets. It was his first since 2008.
On August 9 he got his 299th save of his career after closing out the San Diego Padres in a 5-4 win. To see more click on Mets Rally over Padres with bases loaded. It was his 6th save of the season. On August 15 against the San Diego Padres in the 10th inning he got his 300th save. For more see Mr.300.
L.A.[]
On February 22, 2012 he signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.