Jamie Moyer entered his 24th Major League Baseball (MLB) season in 2010 as the oldest active player and the winningest pitcher in the game at the age of 47. At 45 years, 342 days, the veteran pitcher became the second oldest player in baseball history to start a postseason game when he pitched in the 2008 World Series. That season, Moyer won 16 games for the Philadelphia Phillies and played a key role in the team’s first World Series Championship in 28 years. During the 2010 season, Jamie became the oldest pitcher in baseball history to throw a shutout, when at 47 years, 170 days old, he threw a two-hit shutout. Moyer went 9-9 in 19 starts before his season ended due to injury. He underwent surgery to repair his ulnar collateral ligament, also known as Tommy John surgery. His rehab is progressing well and nearly three months out of surgery Moyer feels very good and is always anxious for new exercises to test and strengthen his arm. He hopes to return to the mound in 2012.
Since 1996, only Greg Maddux, Randy Johnson, Andy Pettitte and Mike Mussina have won more games than Moyer. The veteran joined the Phillies in August 2006 after 10 seasons with the Seattle Mariners. Moyer left the Mariners as the team’s all-time leader in wins. His professional career also includes stints with the Chicago Cubs, Texas Rangers, St. Louis Cardinals, Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox. Moyer began his career with the Cubs in 1986 and twice finished in the top five in voting for the Cy Young Award with Seattle (2001 & 2003). Over 24 seasons, he has earned 267 victories, recorded 4,020.1 innings pitched and collected 2,405 strikeouts.
A pitcher in his mid-40s is routinely not a top five starter in the majors. However, Moyer’s 2008 Championship season was arguably one of the best performances of his career. He started 33 games for the Phillies and pitched 196-1/3 innings. He finished the year with a 16-7 record and a 3.71 ERA for the team he grew up watching as a fan from his home just 15 miles from Philadelphia. Moyer led the Phillies pitching staff in victories and his strikeout total of 123 was nearly double the amount of walks he allowed during the year. Even more remarkable is that Jamie was nearly unbeatable after the All-Star break, going 8-1 in 14 starts with a 3.38 ERA. After more than two decades in the majors, the veteran pitched in his first World Series on October 26, 2008. Despite not recoding the official win, his masterful performance helped the Phillies take a 2-1 series lead over Tampa Bay. Moyer is a member of an exclusive group that includes Randy Johnson, Warren Spahn and Cy Young as the only pitchers to have won 20 games at least twice after the age of 38 (2001 & 2003).
Over the course of his career, Moyer has earned numerous honors for his character, commitment to others and professionalism. In 2003, he was named the Roberto Clemente Award winner as the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and dedication to his team. He has also received the Hutch Award, which goes to the major league player who best exemplifies the character, fighting spirit and competitive desire of former baseball player Fred Hutchinson. With Seattle, Moyer was voted Mariners’ Pitcher of the Year by the Seattle chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA) in 1998, 1999, 2001 (w/ Freddy Garcia) and 2003. In ’03 he was named to the American League All-Star Team. In 1999, The Sporting News named him to its American League All-Star team, and recognized Moyer later in 2004 as the Number 1 MLB Good Guy. He has also received the Branch Rickey Award for exceptional community service, the Lou Gehrig Award as the major leaguer who best exemplifies the giving character of Hall of Famer Lou Gehrig, the Dallas Green Special Achievement Award as voted by the Philadelphia chapter of the BBWAA and The Steve Patterson Award for Excellence in Sports Philanthropy.
The father of eight is extremely active off the field as well. He and his wife, Karen, founded The Moyer Foundation a non-profit organization with a mission to empower children in distress by providing education and support – helping them live a healthy and inspired life. With the community’s support, The Moyer Foundation has raised over $20 million to assist over 225 different programs that directly serve the needs of children in distress.
In addition to supporting organizations through grants, The Moyer Foundation created and funds Camp Erin, the largest nationwide bereavement camp for children and teens; Camp Mariposa, a camp for children affected by addiction in their families; and supports many community partnerships like The Gregory Fund (in partnership with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center) for early cancer-detection research.
Karen Moyer and her husband, Major League Baseball pitcher Jamie Moyer, are widely recognized for their philanthropic work surrounding causes that aid children. In 2000, Jamie and Karen founded The Moyer Foundation, a non-profit organization with a mission to empower children in distress by providing education and support – helping them live a healthy and inspired life. Predicated upon the Moyer’s passion and the community’s support, The Moyer Foundation has raised more than $20 million to assist over 225 different programs that directly serve the needs of children in distress.
In addition to supporting organizations through grants, The Moyer Foundation created and funds Camp Erin, the largest bereavement camp for children and teens in the country; Camp Mariposa, a camp for children affected by addiction in their families; and supports many community partnerships, including The Gregory Fund (in partnership with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center) for early cancer-detection research and The Moyer Foundation Endowment for Excellence in Pediatric Palliative Care with Seattle’s Children’s Hospital. Karen and Jamie volunteer their time and talent on a daily basis to raise funds and awareness for the Foundation's mission. The Moyers have also made significant financial contributions over the years including a $1 million dollar gift in 2007 to launch Camp Erin's national expansion.
Karen is a versatile woman who excels as a business person, mother, wife and philanthropist. Her efforts to improve the community stretch beyond her commitments to The Moyer Foundation as she also serves as a board member for numerous health and children’s organizations. Additionally, Karen is the owner “Go Legs,” an indoor cycling studio in Florida. She also founded and runs Magnolia Baseball Club, a youth baseball organization whose goal is to develop young men ages 13-18 using the game of baseball as a tool for preparation in the areas of teamwork and life.
Karen has received many honors for her leadership and efforts to improve the lives of children including:
Karen has a strong relationship with her eight children. In addition to their six natural children, the Moyers adopted two daughters from Guatemala in 2008 and 2009 from Hannah's Hope Orphan Care Home in Guatemala. When each of the Moyers children turns 16, they will have the opportunity to go on a mission trip somewhere in the world. Karen has already taken her two oldest boys on mission trips to Guatemala and Africa.
Karen is a 1987 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. Her father is former Notre Dame Men’s Basketball Coach and current ESPN analyst, Digger Phelps, while her mother is Teresa Godwin Phelps, an established author and activist for women’s rights who currently serves as a law professor at American University.
Herb Blackinton Former CEO, Emerald City Graphics, Inc Herb worked in the Printing trade for 46 years here in Seattle. In 1996, he sold Emerald City Graphics to the publicly-held company, Consolidated Graphics, owner of 72 printing companies across the nation. Retired in 2009, Herb and his wife Janice make there home in DesMoines, WA. where they enjoy their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Herb and his family are honored to part of The Moyer Foundation. Brad Brotherton President, Brotherton-Cadillac-Buick-GMC in Renton Brad Brotherton became president of Brotherton, Cadillac, GMC, in 2005. He has spent his entire working life in the new vehicle retailing business. During summers while attending high school and attending Washington State University Brad was a lot attendant, parts counterman, service writer, and sales consultant. After completing Washington State University, Brad came into the automobile business full time working for three different dealerships, completing various G.M. training programs, and graduation from the National Auto Dealers school. Brad joined Fredrick Cadillac as general manager and was instrumental in the name change to Brotherton and the move to Renton. He became the 4th generation Brotherton in the automobile business. Brotherton Cadillac, GMC is dedicated to being a family business in the state of Washington now and for many years to come and take great pride in doing business the Brotherton Way. Read more about Brad's history with The Moyer Foundation HERE. Bill Savoy Former President, Vulcan Inc. William Savoy is currently a consultant for the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, providing assistance with strategic planning, economic development and portfolio management. He also served in various capacities at Vulcan Inc., Paul Allen's organization, and its predecessor companies, from 1988 to September 2003. Most recently, he was the president of the portfolio and asset management division of Vulcan Inc., managing Vulcan's commercial real estate, hedge fund, treasury and other financial activities, and served as the president of both Vulcan Northwest and Vulcan Ventures. From June 1989 until its sale in June 1990, Savoy was the president and chief executive officer of software company Layered, Inc., and was its chief financial officer from August 1988 to June 1989. Savoy is a director of Drugstore.Com and Bsquare Corp, both NASDAQ listed companies. He received a B.S. in computer science, accounting and finance from Atlantic Union College, South Lancaster, Mass. David G. Roberts, MBA, CFP Principal, Rainier Group David G. Roberts is frequently quoted in business and trade publications because he brings clarity to the complex issues surrounding business and personal transition planning for owners of privately held companies. David has assisted business owners with planning and case management at The Rainier Group for the past 15 years. An original member of The Rainier Group, David’s expertise is issues related to ownership and management, specifically business continuation and transitional strategies. Prior to joining The Rainier Group, David was a senior project manager for Westinghouse Electric Corp. He received a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University and an M.B.A from the University of Washington. Dave is a Certified Financial Planner. Dave retains his license as a Professional Engineer. David is a member of the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer’s Association and is a member of Seattle Rotary. Susan Hansen Board Chair Director of Facilities Operations, Amgen As the Director of Facilities Operations for Amgen, the largest biotechnology company in the world, Susan is responsible for the company's West Region, including Amgen's major biotechnology laboratories in Seattle, San Francisco and Burnaby, Canada. One of the early industry pioneers, Susan has been with Amgen (formerly Immunex) for more than 25 years. She has dedicated her career to advancing Amgen's goal to deliver vital medicines to patients suffering from grievous illnesses, such as arthritis and cancer. In her personal life, Susan is especially moved by the emotional needs of children in distress, and shares The Moyer Foundation mission to offer children encouragement, comfort and support. In addition to serving as The Moyer Foundation Board Chair, Susan has served on the Hutch Award Luncheon Committee and is a Member of the Seattle Chamber Community Development Round Table. Susan received her Bachelor's of Science in Biology from Seattle University. She lives in Kirkland with her husband Erik.