Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 29/05/1991 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Stony Brook, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Steven Matz
19/10/2026
The Tampa Bay Rays won the American League Championship Series 4-2 over the Cleveland Guardians, clinching a berth in the 2026 World Series. Steven Matz, a left-handed pitcher in his first season with the Rays, was on the playoff roster despite a difficult regular season with a 5.49 ERA. He pitched two innings in the postseason, the first time he had appeared in the playoffs for Tampa Bay.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Steven Jakob Matz |
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| Summary | Steven Matz is an American professional pitcher in Major League Baseball who is currently listed with the Tampa Bay Rays. He was drafted by the New York Mets and made his MLB debut with them on June 28, 2015. He has also pitched for the Toronto Blue Jays, St. Louis Cardinals and Boston Red Sox. He is a left-handed pitcher who was part of the Tampa Bay Rays' 2026 World Series team. |
| Charity | Founded the charity initiative Tru 32, which honors New York City first responders |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 2 in |
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| Weight | 205 lb |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Left |
| Jersey Number | 32 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Ward Melville High School, East Setauket, New York |
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Career
| Draft | Selected by the New York Mets in the 2nd round of the 2009 MLB Draft |
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| MLB Debut | 28/06/2015 with the New York Mets |
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| Career Highlights | Earned 14 wins with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2021, his career best in wins, and set a career high of 153 strikeouts in 2019 with the Mets. Signed a two-year, $15 million contract with the Tampa Bay Rays in December 2025. |
| Career Totals | Approximately 66 wins, 68 losses, 4.29 ERA and 1,001 strikeouts through the 2026 season |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was drafted by the New York Mets in 2009 but did not begin playing professionally until 2012 because of elbow issues that led to Tommy John surgery. | |
| 2. He was named the Mets' Organizational Pitcher of the Year in 2014. | |
| 3. In his MLB debut he pitched 7 2/3 innings and also drove in four runs at the plate. | |
| 4. He converted from a starting pitcher to a relief pitcher in 2025 after spending most of his first decade as a starter. |
