Jason Thompson
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About
Three-time MLB All-Star first baseman who hit 208 home runs during his 11-year career which spanned from 1976 to 1986; played for the Detroit Tigers, California Angels, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Montreal Expos.
Before Fame
He opted to attend Cal State Northridge when he was originally drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Trivia
On June 26, 1984, he hit four home runs in a doubleheader at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.
Family Life
His son, Matt, became a Little League coach in Saudi Arabia.
Associated With
He was given the nickname Rooftop by former teammate Rusty Staub.
