In March, he joined the Dominican Republic's squad for the 2009 World Baseball Classic, in an attempt to showcase his arm. Martinez pitched six scoreless innings with 6 strikeouts and no walks, but the team was quickly eliminated from the tournament and no MLB contract was forthcoming. In July 2009, Phillies scouts evaluated Martinez in two simulated games against the Phillies DSL team, leading to a one-year, $1-million contract.[9] Martinez told reporters, “I would just like to be the backup. If I could be the backup, that would be a great thing to have— a healthy Pedro behind everybody else, in case something happens. That would be a great feeling to have on a team, eh?”[10] On August 11, 2009, Phillies manager Charlie Manuel stated that MartÃnez would move into the team's starting rotation, replacing Jamie Moyer. His first start is scheduled for August 12.
shutout?
no hitter?
under?
cubs team total under?
...square?
discuss.
shutout?
no hitter?
under?
cubs team total under?
...square?
discuss.