J. A. Happ

Baseball pitcher, MLB All-Star

J. A. Happ - Baseball pitcher, MLB All-Star
Born

October 19th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2007, playing primarily as a starting pitcher. Played for several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, and New York Yankees. Achieved an All-Star selection in 2018 while with the Blue Jays. Known for contributing to team efforts in the postseason, particularly with multiple playoff appearances and the Blue Jays' 2015 AL Championship Series.

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2018

Recorded a 20-win season in 2016

Played for the Philadelphia Phillies

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