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Matt
Kata
Second Baseman
Birthdate
14/3/1978
BAT/THR
Both/Right
Birthplace
Fairview, OH
College
Vanderbilt
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Position
Second Baseman
Birthdate
14/3/1978
BAT/THR
Both/Right
Birthplace
Fairview, OH
College
Vanderbilt
Career History
Houston Astros
2009-2009 (1 Season)
Texas Rangers
2007*-2007 (1 Season)
Pittsburgh Pirates
2007*-2007 (1 Season)
Philadelphia Phillies
2005*-2005 (1 Season)
Arizona Diamondbacks
2003-2005* (3 Seasons)
MLB News
All-Star Isaac Paredes, Astros agree to $9.35M, 1-yr. deal
All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes avoided a salary arbitration hearing by agreeing to a $9.35 million, one-year contract with the Houston Astros.
Kyle Bradish beats Orioles in arbitration, will get $3.55M in '26
Starting pitcher Kyle Bradish defeated the Orioles in the first salary arbitration decision this year and will earn $3.55 million next season.
Hall of Fame reveals cap picks for incoming Beltrán, Jones, Kent
The Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday announced its decisions on cap picks for incoming inductees Carlos Beltrán (Mets), Andruw Jones (Braves) and Jeff Kent (Giants).
Florida governor, Manfred voice support for Rays park in Tampa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday voiced support for a proposed new stadium for the Rays in Tampa, but few specifics were offered, including cost or timeline.
Fantasy baseball reactions to MLB offseason trades, signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.
2026 season predictions for MLB's top prospects
Which young players will do big things on the diamond in the year ahead? Our experts weigh in.
