PT TODAY: Martinez takes over as STL closer
Sep 12 2018
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| National League | American League | |
| Cardinals | Carlos Martínez takes over as closer | |
| St. Louis Cardinals RHP Carlos Martínez has been anointed the team's closer. Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Rick Hummel | |
| BHQ take: Martinez already has his first save as the Cards' closer. In fact, his last three outings have resulted in saves, including back-to-back saves on Sept. 9-10. In 10.1 innings since being moved to the pen, Martinez has yielded only one earned run. He's walked four in those outings while striking out nine. Notably in his last three outings, he has six strikeouts and no walks. If he keeps up that pace, he could not only hold the... |
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