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Duke Graduate Student From Westchester Drafted By Chicago Cubs Duke Graduate Student From Westchester Drafted By Chicago Cubs
Duke Graduate Student From Westchester Drafted By Chicago Cubs A former high school baseball standout from the Hudson Valley is taking his talents to Chicago. Westchester native Peter Matt, from Larchmont, an outfield prospect out of Duke University, was among the players to be chosen in the 2021 MLB Draft after being selected in the 10th round (304th overall) by the Chicago Cubs. Related story - Westchester Native Chosen First Overall In MLB Draft A fifth-year senior and graduate student, Matt joined Duke following four seasons at the University of Pennsylvania, finishing his career with a slash line of .306/.377/.474 with 38 doubles, 7 triples, 19 …