Steven Matz is an American professional baseball pitcher, born on May 29, 1991, in Stony Brook, New York. He was drafted by the New York Mets in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft out of Ward Melville High School. After recovering from Tommy John surgery early in his career, Matz made his MLB debut with the Mets on June 28, 2015, impressively pitching 7.2 innings while also contributing offensively by going 3-for-3 at the plate with a double and four RBIs in his first game[1][2][3][8]. Matz spent six seasons with the Mets (2015–2020), where he established himself as both a starter and occasional reliever. He then played one season for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2021 before joining the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022. With the Cardinals, he has primarily pitched out of the bullpen, showing versatility between starting and relief roles[1][3][4]. In 2023, he received the Cardinals’ Darryl Kile Award, recognizing his professionalism and perseverance[2][3]. By 2025, Matz was traded to the Boston Red Sox, becoming a veteran presence in their pitching staff. Over his 11-year major league career, he has compiled a record around 60 wins and 62 losses, with an ERA near 4.19 and nearly 1,000 strikeouts in over 1,000 innings pitched[1][3]. Known for his competitive mentality and resilience, Matz has navigated injuries and role changes while maintaining his value at the major league level. He bats right-handed and throws left-handed, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing approximately 205 pounds. Matz’s hometown roots and early career highlight his dual contributions as a pitcher and occasional hitter[1][2][6].