Mattingly grew up in Evansville, Indiana and was one of the best prospects as a high school player at Reitz Memorial High School in 1979 earning a brief write up in Sports Illustrated Magazine.
Mattingly spent his official rookie season in 1983 as a part time first baseman and the path is waiting for a full time place in line to open up. Mattingly was the Yankees full time first baseman and MVP candidate.
