professional baseball player

Jorge Mateo.

Dominican professional baseball shortstop

Braves DFA Jorge Mateo as Kim Returns

Braves released Jorge Mateo after designating him for assignment to clear space for Ha-Seong Kim, ending his season with the club after contributing as a speed-and-defense option at shortstop. With Kim back from the IL and infield depth rebalanced by Jim Jarvis and Mauricio Dubon, Mateo becomes a free agent while Atlanta weighs its roster moves going forward.

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About Jorge Mateo

Jorge Luis Mateo is a Dominican professional baseball shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the San Diego Padres, Baltimore Orioles, and Atlanta Braves. He made his MLB debut in 2020.

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Occupation: professional baseball player
Born: June 23, 1995