Business Man
Transitioning from baseball, Matt ventured into the fitness industry by establishing five F45 studios all around the Tampa Bay area, specializing in high-intensity interval training and group fitness. While content with his current gyms, he is exploring options to sell and continue diversifying his investments across various sectors. Additionally, he invested in sports entrepreneurship by supporting the Empire League, an independent baseball league based in upstate New York, providing opportunities for undrafted players. Matt’s involvement includes offering guidance and attending games, fostering growth and development within the league. Through Guardian Baseball, an online retailer specializing in baseball equipment and merchandise, he continues to invest in and foster emerging sports businesses. Matt’s strategic investments highlight his dedication as a businessman fostering entrepreneurial ventures in sports and fitness.
Broadcasting
Broadcasting for Bally Sports, Matt serves as a color commentator for the Tampa Bay Rays’ regional broadcasts, providing pre-game and post-game insights. In this role, he brings the game alive with expert analysis, strategic insights, and engaging anecdotes, adding depth and excitement to the viewer experience. He was also featured on Apple TV’s Friday Night Baseball, finding the experience intriguing despite its being short lived. Looking ahead, he wants to expand his broadcasting presence, remaining closely connected to the sport he loves. His goal is to deepen engagement with baseball, contribute extensively to its coverage, and offer insightful analysis to fans.
Real Estate
Starting his real estate journey upon entering the big leagues, Matt invested in single-family properties to secure his financial future early on. Progressing to larger projects like converting a school into a 16-unit property, which he later sold, Matt’s portfolio expanded strategically. Now involved as a general partner in Sight Real Estate, a property development fund, Matt leverages his passive approach while his partner handles operations. This shift reflects his continuous learning and adaptation in the real estate sector, aiming to build wealth and stability beyond his baseball career. His early dedication to financial education, including reading on bus rides, exemplifies his commitment to learning and growing in the industry
