Renowned Nevada Athletics Hall of Famer Lyle Overbay is set to grace the 40th annual Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner with his presence. This highly anticipated event will take place on Feb. 6, 2025, at The Row Reno Ballroom. With tickets available at different price points, including $200 for general admission and $350 for VIP with a meet-and-greet, as well as table options for 10 at $2,000 (GA rate) and $3,500 for VIP, it's an opportunity not to be missed. To secure your tickets and get more details, click HERE. Registration closes on Feb. 1. The evening kicks off with a VIP reception at 4:30 p.m., followed by a cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Overbay's Impact at Nevada

In 1996-99, Overbay spent four seasons at Nevada, leaving an indelible mark. He was named a 1999 All-American and a two-time All-Big West selection. His contributions led Nevada to an NCAA regional appearance in 1999 and helped the Wolf Pack secure Big West champion titles in 1997 and 1998. At the end of his Nevada career, he held the program's career records for at bats (864), runs batted in (260), and doubles (62), along with the single-season mark for at-bats (260). These achievements solidify his place in Nevada athletics history.Overbay's time at Nevada was a testament to his talent and dedication. His performances on the field inspired future generations of Nevada baseball players and left a lasting legacy.

Major League Career Highlights

Drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 18th round of the 1999 MLB June Amateur Draft, Overbay made his major-league debut with the club in September 2001. This was just the beginning of an impressive 14-season career (2001-14) in the bigs.A trade to the Milwaukee Brewers in 2004 led to a significant leap in his production. In that year, he led the majors with 53 doubles while batting.301 with 16 homers and 87 RBIs. This started an eight-season stretch where he became one of the league's top power-hitting first basemen.Over five seasons (2006-10) with the Toronto Blue Jays, Overbay batted.268 with 180 doubles (hitting at least 30 in each of the five seasons), 83 home runs (including two seasons with at least 20), and 336 RBIs. In his first season with Toronto in 2006, he set career highs in home runs (22), RBIs (92), and slugging percentage (.508) while finishing fourth in the majors with 46 doubles.In addition to his time with Toronto and Arizona (2001-03, 2011-12), Overbay also played for Milwaukee (2004-05, 2014), Pittsburgh (2011), Atlanta (2012), and the New York Yankees (2013). His career statistics speak volumes, with a batting average of.266, 356 doubles, 151 homers, 675 RBIs, and a.429 slugging percentage.Overbay's journey through the major leagues is a story of perseverance and excellence. His impact on the game is undeniable, and his presence at the Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner is sure to be a highlight for baseball enthusiasts in Nevada.