Lars Taylor-Tatsuji Nootbaar

About

American outfielder known for playing with the St. Louis Cardinals. He is also known for having been a starter for college baseball with the USC Trojans.

Before Fame

He started his career at El Segundo High School and was a three-year MVP in baseball and two-year MVP in football. 

Trivia

He was selected in the eighth round of the 2018 MLB Draft. He debuted with the Arizona Cardinals in the 2021 season. 

Family Life

He was born in El Segundo, California. He is the great-grandson of philanthropist Herbert Nootbaar. His father is Dutch and his mother is Japanese. His brother, Nigel, is a professional pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles system. 

Associated With

He and Adam Wainwright have both played for the Cardinals.