Matt Stairs

Matt Stairs is an MLB outfielder with the Philadelphia Phillies. A native of Canada, Stairs played for the Canadian Baseball team in the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea before signing a minor league contract with the Montreal Expos. Stairs has played for a total of ten Major League teams over the course of his fifteen year career including the Expos, Red Sox, Athletics, Cubs, Brewers, Pirates, Royals, Rangers, Tigers, and the Blue Jays.

Stairs is a slugger, and uses his swing to generate power to all fields. His ability to play four positions first base, right field, left field, and Designated Hitter makes him a valuable utility player. Stairs also boasts a strong throwing arm.[1]

Stairs can swing himself into a slump when he looks to pull the ball too often. He also struggles to hit lefties. Stairs' limited range in the outfield.[1]

• Mahalo's Guide to the Toronto Blue Jays
• ESPN.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 5-9
  • Weight: 215 lbs
  • Rookie Year: 1992