Former Dodgers World Series Champion Retires at 33
Summary
Matt Beaty, a baseball player who helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win the 2020 World Series, announced his retirement at age 33. He played parts of five seasons with four Major League Baseball (MLB) teams and spent time in the minor leagues before deciding to end his career.Key Facts
- Matt Beaty played 305 MLB games with the Dodgers, Padres, Giants, and Royals from 2019 to 2023.
- He was part of the Dodgers’ 2020 World Series championship team, playing in 15 postseason games overall.
- Beaty played multiple positions, mainly as a left-handed first baseman and corner outfielder.
- He posted career highs as a rookie with the Dodgers in home runs, RBIs, doubles, and slugging.
- The Dodgers traded Beaty to the Padres in 2021 in exchange for pitcher River Ryan.
- After 2021, Beaty played only 50 MLB games over two seasons with three different teams.
- He played 53 minor league games in 2024 before being released and staying a free agent.
- Beaty announced his retirement on Instagram, reflecting positively on his baseball experiences.
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