Tommy La Stella

Baseball player with the Chicago Cubs

Tommy La Stella - Athletes & Sports Figures born January 31st, 1989
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Played professional baseball primarily as an infielder. Made debut in Major League Baseball with the Atlanta Braves in 2014. Achieved a career-high batting average of .295 in 2019. Also played for the Chicago Cubs, where contributions helped secure the 2016 World Series championship. Subsequently signed with the San Francisco Giants, continuing to be a valuable player in the league.

Debuted with the Atlanta Braves in 2014

Contributed to the Chicago Cubs' 2016 World Series win

Achieved a career-high batting average of .295 in 2019

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