Matt Morris

Baseball pitcher with St. Louis Cardinals

Matt Morris - Baseball pitcher with St. Louis Cardinals
Born

August 9th, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a professional baseball pitcher in Major League Baseball. Initially drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in 1997, debuted in 1999. Achieved a successful career with the team, recognized for strong performances during the early 2000s. Later played for the San Francisco Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates. Contributed to several seasons with significant wins and innings pitched. Retired from professional baseball after the 2007 season.

Two-time MLB All-Star

Led National League in wins in 2001

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