Matt Harvey

Baseball pitcher; 2013 All-Star

Matt Harvey - Baseball pitcher; 2013 All-Star
Born

March 27th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2012 with the New York Mets. Gained prominence as a starting pitcher, particularly during the 2013 season when selected for the All-Star Game. Played a key role in the Mets' rotation, contributing to the team's performance in the postseason. Opponents often faced difficulty in his presence on the mound due to his fastball and changeup combination. Experience included stints with several teams beyond the Mets, demonstrating adaptability throughout career. He faced challenges with injuries impacting his playing time in later years.

Selected as an All-Star in 2013

Played for the New York Mets

Pitched in the 2015 World Series

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