Jeff Kent is a former professional baseball player known for his time in Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on March 7, 1968, in Bellflower, California, he played primarily as a second baseman. Kent had a successful career, playing for teams like the Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Kent is recognized for his powerful hitting and was a five-time All-Star. He won the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in 2000 while with the Giants. Over his career, he accumulated over 2,400 hits and 377 home runs, making him one of the top offensive second basemen in MLB history.