Matt Adams

Professional baseball player, World Series champion

Matt Adams - Professional baseball player, World Series champion
Born

August 31st, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, primarily played as a first baseman. Made major league debut in 2013 with the St. Louis Cardinals. Contributed to the Cardinals' success during his tenure, including a World Series title in 2011. Played with additional teams later in career, solidifying a reputation as a reliable player off the bench and a powerful hitter.

Winning the World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011

Hitting 20 home runs in the 2015 season

Being named to the All-Star Futures Game in 2013

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