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Phils reportedly land Stairs from Jays

 
Hours after being designated for assignment by the Jays, Matt Stairs is believed to have found a new home with the Phillies. The Phils have added the left-handed hitter to their bench, according to FoxSports.com's Ken Rosenthal, citing Major League sources. (link)

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