The Indians announced that they have claimed right-hander Fabio Martinez off of waivers from the Angels. The Indians optioned Martinez to Class A Carolina, where they plan to convert him to a reliever.
Martinez had been pitching at Class A Inland Empire this season, his sixth as a professional. The 22-year-old posted a 10.72 ERA with 9.1 K/9 and 12.7 BB/9 in 22 2/3 innings, all as a starter. He has a 3.90 ERA with 11.8 K/9 and 6.2 BB/9 in his minor league career. Martinez has two options remaining after this year, according to the Indians.
The guy from the romance novel covers? Sweeet!
He’d be great for the cover of the new book the Indians are writing
[Insert Moneyball joke/reference here]
This dude was as top prospect a year and a half ago. I cant believe they didnt just ride it out?
He’s back in the Beltway!
Those are some god awful numbers.