Scott Hairston is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on May 25, 1980, in Fort Worth, Texas, and grew up in a family of baseball players. His father, Jerry Hairston Sr., played in the MLB for 14 seasons, and his brother, Jerry Hairston Jr., played for 16 seasons.
Hairston attended Canyon del Oro High School in Tucson, Arizona, where he played baseball and football. He was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the third round of the 2001 MLB draft and made his MLB debut with the team in 2004. Hairston played for the Diamondbacks for four seasons and was known for his versatility, playing multiple positions including outfield, second base, and third base.
In 2008, Hairston was traded to the San Diego Padres, where he played for two seasons. He had a career-high 17 home runs and 64 RBIs in 2009, helping the Padres win the National League West division title. Hairston was then traded to the Oakland Athletics in 2010, where he played for one season before being traded to the New York Mets in 2011.
Hairston had a productive season with the Mets in 2012, hitting a career-high 20 home runs and 57 RBIs. He also had a .263 batting average and a .299 on-base percentage. Hairston became a free agent after the season and signed with the Chicago Cubs for the 2013 season. He played in 52 games for the Cubs, hitting eight home runs and 21 RBIs.
Hairston was traded to the Washington Nationals in July 2013 and played in 45 games for the team, hitting four home runs and 17 RBIs. He became a free agent after the season and signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals for the 2014 season. Hairston played in 94 games for the Nationals, hitting six home runs and 19 RBIs.
Hairston announced his retirement from baseball in December 2014, ending his 11-year career in the MLB. He finished his career with a .242 batting average, 106 home runs, and 313 RBIs. Hairston was known for his versatility, playing multiple positions throughout his career, and his ability to hit for power.
In addition to his baseball career, Hairston is also known for his philanthropic work. He and his wife, Brigette, founded the Hairston Foundation, which provides scholarships and educational opportunities for underprivileged children. Hairston was also involved in the Players Trust, a charitable organization that supports various causes, including education, health, and youth baseball programs.
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