Ian Happ
Baseball player for Chicago Cubs
Born
August 12th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player played as an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs in Major League Baseball. Debuted in the 2017 season and quickly established himself as a key player for the team. Contributed to the Cubs' success during the 2016 season, which culminated in a World Series championship, the team's first in 108 years. Recognized for offensive capabilities and versatility on the field, often played multiple positions. In 2022, earned a selection to the All-Star Game, highlighting performance during the regular season.
Debuted for Chicago Cubs in 2017
Contributed to Cubs' 2016 World Series win
Selected as an All-Star in 2022
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