Jeff Lahti

Baseball player and pitcher

Jeff Lahti - Baseball player and pitcher
Born

October 8th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional baseball as a pitcher primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals in Major League Baseball during the 1980s. Lahti made his debut in 1981 and participated in several seasons, showcasing pitching skills on the mound. After his time with the Cardinals, he played for the Montreal Expos.

Debuted in MLB with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1981

Played for the Montreal Expos

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