Lee Smith is a former professional baseball player who played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1980 to 1997. He is best known for his time with the Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, and New York Yankees. Smith was recognized for his powerful fastball and ability to close games, earning him a reputation as one of the top relief pitchers of his era. Throughout his career, Lee Smith was selected to the All-Star Game four times and finished with over 400 career saves, making him one of the all-time leaders in that category. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, highlighting his significant contributions to the sport.