Matt Joyce
American baseball outfielder and slugger
Born
August 3rd, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2008 with the Tampa Bay Rays. Played as an outfielder and designated hitter throughout a professional career spanning over a decade. Achieved career highs in several batting categories during time with the Rays. Later played for multiple teams, including the Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Angels, and Atlanta Braves. Established a reputation for power hitting and versatility in the lineup. Retired after the 2020 season.
Named the American League Player of the Week in 2013
Achieved a career batting average of .245
Hit over 100 home runs in MLB career
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