Matt Kemp

Baseball player, 2006 NL Rookie of the Year

Matt Kemp - Baseball player, 2006 NL Rookie of the Year
Born

September 23rd, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball as an outfielder from 2006 to 2020, primarily with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Achieved success as a power hitter and was recognized for outstanding offensive skills. Selected for the All-Star team multiple times throughout a notable career. In 2011, won the National League Most Valuable Player award after leading in several statistical categories.

Won the 2011 NL MVP award

Selected for 2 All-Star games

Led MLB in home runs in 2011

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