Joe Martinez

Born: 2/26/1983 in South Orange, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 2009-04-07 | Final Game: 2013-07-05

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Joseph A. Martinez

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Biography

Joe Martinez, born in 1983, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2009 to 2013. Known for his versatility on the mound, Martinez made a mark during his time in the league, finishing his career with a record of 4-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.82. Over his brief tenure in the majors, he recorded a total of 32 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite his overall struggles with consistency. Martinez's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by a growing emphasis on power pitching and analytics. While he did not achieve significant accolades, he contributed to his teams with his unique pitching style and determination. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball, culminating in his major league appearances, reflects the challenges faced by many pitchers who strive to establish themselves in a competitive environment. After his retirement on July 5, 2013, Martinez remained a part of baseball's rich history, representing the countless players who navigate the complexities of a professional sports career.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
4	3	21	6	0	0	0	55.7	78	36	5	21	32	5.82	0

Career ERA 5.82 vs. league average 4.07 across their career seasons — 43.0% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
2009	SFG	NL	3	2	9	5	30.0	46	25	12	19	7.50	4.32 (-74%)	-
2010	SFG	NL	0	1	4	1	11.0	15	6	6	3	4.91	4.08 (-20%)	-
2010	PIT	NL	0	0	5	0	8.7	11	3	3	6	3.12	—	0.0
2012	AZ	NL	0	0	1	0	1.0	2	1	0	1	9.00	—	-
2013	CLE	AL	1	0	2	0	5.0	4	1	0	3	1.80	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
22	11	2	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.182	0.182	0.273	0.455	0.0

Career AVG .182 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — 29.2% below league average.

Career OBP .182 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — 43.8% below league average.

Career SLG .273 vs. league average .406 across their career seasons — 32.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.455 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — 37.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
2009	SFG	NL	10	8	2	2	1	1	0.250	—	—	—	—
2010	SFG	NL	4	3	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—
2010	PIT	NL	5	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
2012	AZ	NL	1	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
2013	CLE	AL	2	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—