Jerry Hairston was a professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on February 16, 1952, in Birmingham, Alabama, and grew up in a family of baseball players. His father, Sam Hairston, played in the Negro Leagues, and his brother, Johnny Hairston, played in the minor leagues.
Jerry Hairston began his professional baseball career in 1973 when he was drafted by the Chicago White Sox. He played for the White Sox for three seasons before being traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1976. He played for the Pirates for two seasons before being traded to the Cincinnati Reds in 1978.
Hairston played for the Reds for four seasons and was a key player on the team that won the World Series in 1979. He was known for his versatility and could play several positions, including second base, third base, and outfield.
In 1982, Hairston was traded to the Chicago Cubs, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the White Sox again in 1984 before being traded to the New York Yankees in 1985.
Hairston played for the Yankees for two seasons and was a member of the team that won the American League pennant in 1986. He then played for the Philadelphia Phillies in 1987 before returning to the White Sox for his final season in 1989.
Throughout his career, Hairston was known for his speed and his ability to steal bases. He stole a total of 238 bases during his career and was successful in 75% of his attempts.
After retiring from baseball, Hairston became a coach and worked with several teams, including the Baltimore Orioles, the Washington Nationals, and the Chicago Cubs. He also worked as a broadcaster for the MLB Network.
Hairston's son, Jerry Hairston Jr., also had a successful career in baseball and played for several teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals. His grandson, Sam Hairston, is currently a minor league player in the Baltimore Orioles organization.
Overall, Jerry Hairston had a successful career in baseball and was known for his versatility and speed on the field. He was a key player on several teams and won a World Series with the Cincinnati Reds in 1979. After retiring from baseball, he continued to work in the sport as a coach and broadcaster.
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