Joe Mather

Baseball player with St. Louis Cardinals

Joe Mather - Baseball player with St. Louis Cardinals
Born

July 23rd, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as an outfielder and first baseman. Spent most of the career with the St. Louis Cardinals, debuting in 2008. Contributed to the team's success during his tenure, participating in various games and achieving personal milestones throughout the seasons.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 2008 to 2012

Appeared in 2009 MLB All-Star Game as an alternate

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