Donavan Tate struggled on and off the field as a minor-league baseball player. Photo by Hayne Palmour IV / San Diego Union-Tribune

Tate is now a husband and father. 

He and Kensey Frasier — now Kensey Tate — were married Oct. 27, 2013 in Surprise.  

Kensey was by Tate's side during his second rehab stint, supporting him while he got his life back on track. Together, they have two small girls. 


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