Matt Stairs

Baseball player and sportscaster

Matt Stairs - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

February 27th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A former professional baseball player and sportscaster, this individual participated in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1992 to 2011. Primarily played as an outfielder and designated hitter, contributing to several teams including the Philadelphia Phillies, where played a key role in winning the 2008 World Series. After retirement, transitioned to a career in broadcasting, providing analysis and commentary for various networks.

Played for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008

Won the 2008 World Series

Totaled over 1,000 hits in MLB career

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