Chicago Cubs: Why Brian LaHair Is Not Just a Flash in the Pan

At 29 years old, LaHair is way past being considered a prospect, and he has not been enough places to be called a journeyman. 

Drafted by the Mariners in 2002, LaHair slowly began his journey to the big leagues, stopping at every level and reaching Triple-A for the first time in 2006. At age 24, he was beginning his first season at Triple-A with only an aging Richie Sexson standing in his way.

LaHair spent all of 2007 in Triple-A and hit an unimpressive .276 with 12 home runs and 126 strikeouts to 49 walks. He started 2008 with Triple-A but was soon called up for his first major league appear...

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