Jake Lamb

Baseball player and All-Star third baseman

Jake Lamb - Baseball player and All-Star third baseman
Born

October 9th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, played primarily as a third baseman in Major League Baseball. Made his debut in 2014 with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Achieved notable success during his time with the Diamondbacks, including being selected as an All-Star in 2017. Contributed to the team's performance with consistent batting and fielding skills.

Selected as an All-Star in 2017

Played for the Arizona Diamondbacks

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