Bryan LaHair
Baseball player, Chicago Cubs All-Star
Born
November 5th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player participated in Major League Baseball primarily as a first baseman and outfielder. Played for the Chicago Cubs between 2012 and 2013, with a breakout season in 2012, achieving an All-Star selection. Concluded playing career in minor leagues after stints in the Japan Pacific League and the Mexican Baseball League.
Selected as an All-Star in 2012
Played for the Chicago Cubs from 2012-2013
Led the Pacific Coast League in home runs in 2011
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