Summary
Bryan Mata, a former promising pitching prospect for the Boston Red Sox, elected free agency and is now moving to Japan to continue his career. Mata, 26, had been playing in the Venezuelan Winter League and chose to sign with a Japanese team after not making it to Major League Baseball this past season.
Key Facts
- Bryan Mata was a top pitching prospect for the Boston Red Sox.
- Mata had Tommy John surgery, which is a type of elbow surgery for pitchers.
- Despite a strong performance in spring training, the Red Sox did not add him to their 40-man roster.
- After the minor league season, Mata played in the Venezuelan Winter League.
- He struck out 28 batters with a 3.30 ERA in the Winter League.
- Mata has reportedly agreed to play for an unidentified team in Japan.
- A sports journalist reported this move, and it was confirmed by others in baseball reporting.
- Mata’s move to Japan can help reset his career and improve his value.
