Lerew, a graduate of Northern York High School in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 11th round of the 2001 Major League Baseball draft. After four seasons in the Braves\' minor league system, he debuted on September 4, 2005, in a home game against the Cincinnati Reds. In the 2005 season, Lerew recorded no wins, no losses, 5 strikeouts, and a 5.62 ERA in 7 games, all of which were relief outings.\n', '

On Feb. 23, 2006, the Braves signed Lerew to a one-year deal. A month later, on Febr. 23, he was optioned to the Triple-A Richmond Braves. With Richmond, Lerew compiled a 3-5 record with a 7.48 ERA and 69 strikeouts in 16 games, 15 of which he started.\n', '

The Braves called up Lerew from Richmond on September 1, 2006. He made his \'06 debut the next day, making a relief appearance in the fifth inning. Lerew pitched 2 innings, allowing 5 runs and striking out 1 batter. He was sent back down to the Richmond Braves on September 4, having appeared in only 1 game.\n', '

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