J.A. Happ
J.A. Happ is a left-handed starting pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies. Happ was drafted 92nd overall by the Phillies in 2004 and made his MLB debut on June 30, 2007. He played just one game in the majors in 2007 and was called up again in July of 2008. He recorded his first win during a game against the Atlanta Braves in September of 2007.
Fast Facts
- Full name: James Anthony Happ
- Born: October 19, 1982
- Birthplace: Spring Valley, Illinois
- Nickname: J.A.
- Height: 6' 6
- Weight: 200
- Position: Pitcher
- Bats: Left
- Throws: Left
- High School: St. Bede Academy
- College: Northwestern University
- Draft year: 2004
Quote
"It's not really fair to complain about playing baseball for a living. Sometimes the days are long, but you kind of have to remember some of the other opportunities for careers."1
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