Jack McDowell (full name: Jack Burns McDowell; Black Jack) played pitcher from 1987 until 1999 for the Chicago White Sox, New York Yankees, Cleveland Indians and Anaheim Angels. He played for the White Sox from 1987 - 1994, Yankees in 1995, Indians from 1996 - 1997 and Angels from 1998 - 1999. Over 12 seasons, he started 275 games, won 127 games, struck out 1311 batters, and had a 3.85 ERA. Born on January 16, 1966 in Van Nuys, CA, McDowell stands 6' 5" and weighs 180 lb. He attended Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks, CA) high school and was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 1st round (5th pick) of the 1987 amateur draft. His debut was on September 15, 1987 and he played his final game on August 8, 1999. Over his career, McDowell made $28,262,500. Common misspellings of his name include Jack BlackJack Burns jach Jack jakie joe McDowell.