JEFF MATHIS NEWS

World Series 2021: Atlanta Braves catcher Jeff Mathis is not seen, but his impact is felt

Though not on the roster, veteran catcher Jeff Mathis is doing anything he can to help the Braves win, Jake Mintz writes.

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Shows off power Saturday Mathis went 1-for-4 with a home run, three RBI and a run scored Saturday in the Rangers' 6-1 win over the Astros.

Impact Mathis took Brandon Bielak deep to left in the seventh on a full count fastball to put the Rangers back in front 4-1. The 37-year-old backstop is hitting .161/.221/.355 with three home runs, nine RBI and six runs scored in 24 games this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Five-run 7th inning powers Rangers past Astros 6-1

Jeff Mathis hit a three-run home run and Leody Taveras followed with a solo blast in a five-run seventh inning as the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 6-1

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Resting again Wednesday Mathis remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Mathis sits for the second day in a row while Sam Huff picks up another turn behind plate. The two catchers will likely continue to split work over the weekend, when the Rangers conclude their season with a four-game series versus Houston.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Tuesday Mathis isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Mathis will take a seat once again after going 0-for-4 with a strikeout Monday. Sam Huff will take over behind the plate Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Mathis is out of the lineup Sunday against the Angels.

Impact Mathis will continue splitting time with Sam Huff behind the plate, with Huff receiving the start Sunday. Mathis has a .160/.232/.320 slash line through 21 games this season.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • MLB.COM

Splitting time with Huff Mathis will start at catcher and will bat ninth Wednesday against the Astros.

Impact Mathis has served as a clear backup catcher with Texas for most of the season, but the deadline-day deal that sent Robinson Chirinos to the Mets coupled with Jose Trevino's (wrist) move to the injured list has allowed the veteran backstop to rise up the depth chart. He'll be getting his fourth start in seven games, as he and youngster Sam Huff have been alternating turns behind the plate. A career .195 hitter with limited pop, Mathis shouldn't be on the fantasy radar, even in most AL-only leagues.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

AL West-leading A's hit frenetic stretch with loss in Texas

The AL West-leading Oakland Athletics are headed into a frenetic stretch coming off a 6-3 loss in Texas

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Home runs by Trout, Walsh power Angels past Rangers 6-2

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Knocks homer in loss Mathis went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Mariners.

Impact Mathis took Mariners reliever Dan Altavilla deep in the eighth inning to help the Rangers avoid the shutout. The 37-year-old Mathis is hitting .200/.310/.400 with just the one homer, three RBI and four runs scored across 29 plate appearances this year. He seems to be getting the short end of a timeshare with Jose Trevino while Robinson Chirinos (ankle) is unavailable.

AUGUST 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Rookies Haggerty, Lewis, Dunn lift Mariners past Rangers 4-1

Sam Haggerty and Kyle Lewis homered, Justin Dunn pitched one-hit ball over six innings and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 4-1

AUGUST 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes seat Friday Mathis isn't in the lineup Friday against the Mariners.

Impact Mathis will remain on the bench for the fourth time in the past five games as he may not be the favorite for playing time behind the dish. Jose Trevino will start at catcher Friday and appears to have the slight edge for playing time while Robinson Chirinos (ankle) remains sidelined.

AUGUST 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on bench Thursday Mathis isn't starting Thursday against the Padres.

Impact Mathis has gone hitless in his last six at-bats, and he'll take a seat once again Thursday. Jose Trevino will handle the catching duties again against the Padres.

AUGUST 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Wednesday's lineup Mathis isn't in the lineup Wednesday against the Padres.

Impact Mathis will sit for the second time in the past three games as he appears to be settling into a timeshare at catcher with Robinson Chirinos (ankle) sidelined. Jose Trevino will serve as the catcher Wednesday.

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Monday Mathis isn't in the lineup Monday against the Padres.

Impact Mathis had started four of the past five contests with Robinson Chirinos (ankle) on the injured list, but he'll get a day off Monday. Jose Trevino will start behind the plate in Mathis' absence.

AUGUST 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Garners another start Mathis will start at catcher and bat ninth Sunday against the Rockies.

Impact Mathis will be making his fourth start in five games and looks poised to continue seeing an uptick in opportunities while Robinson Chirinos (ankle) is on the injured list. Chirinos' absence puts Mathis on the radar in AL-only leagues and mixed leagues that start two catchers, but the real-life value the veteran backstop gives to the Rangers will overwhelmingly come on defense. The 37-year-old is a career .195/.254/.299 hitter over 15-plus seasons in the big leagues.

AUGUST 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dietrich debuts as Rangers rally in 8th for 7-4 win over M's

Derek Dietrich reached base four times in his Texas debut and the Rangers scored five runs in the eighth inning for a 7-4 win over the Seattle Mariners

AUGUST 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS