Chukars' Mata off to a hot start, showing he's 'the best shortstop in the league'

Chukars' Mata off to a hot start, showing he's 'the best shortstop in the league'

Idaho Falls Chukars shortstop Anthony Mata | Kalama Hines, EastIdahoSports.com IDAHO FALLS — Idaho Falls Chukars shortstop Anthony Mata is off to a red hot start at the plate, currently among the league leaders in hits and batting average. The 23-year-old San Diego native has been hitting “missiles” almost every time he has come to bat, according to Chukars manager Troy Percival. Additionally, Percival, who spent 14 years in the Major Leagues, c…