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CHRIS MARTIN #55 - PITCHER - BOSTON RED SOX
3-1 W-L •
1.13 WHIP •
3.45 ERA
3-1 W-L
1.13 WHIP
3.45 ERA
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Works ninth to collect win Tuesday Martin (3-1) picked up the win Tuesday, walking one and striking out one in a scoreless ninth inning during Boston's 6-5 extra-inning victory over Toronto.
Impact The veteran righty worked the bottom of the ninth in a tie game on the road, so he wasn't being held back for a potential save chance -- Chase Shugart wound up recording the save instead, the first for a Red Sox reliever since Kenley Jansen (shoulder) was shut down. Martin still appears to be the top choice for high-leverage spots, but he's had a bumpy September, posting a 7.71 ERA and 1.57 WHIP through seven innings with an 8:1 K:BB.
SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
In mix for saves Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Sunday that he will "mix and match" at closer with Martin and Justin Slaten following the injury to Kenley Jansen (shoulder), Gabrielle Starr of the...
Impact Martin stepped into the closer role for the Red Sox late last season after Jansen's campaign ended prematurely and he'll now be in the mix for saves again for the final week of this year. The veteran reliever has put up a 3.48 ERA and superb 48:2 K:BB over 41.1 innings out of Boston's bullpen this season.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Moves past illness Martin (illness) made relief appearances Wednesday against the Orioles and Thursday against the Yankees, tossing a pair of scoreless innings and striking out three batters while gi...
Impact Martin appeared out of the bullpen just once in the first week of September before manager Alex Cora disclosed last Sunday that the reliever was battling an illness. Cora's decision to use Martin on consecutive days would seem to imply that the right-hander is now feeling back to full strength after the bout with the ailment.
SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable due to illness Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Martin was unavailable Sunday against the White Sox since the reliever was feeling under the weather, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact It's unclear when the ailment first surfaced for Martin, but he hasn't pitched since he gave up four runs to the Mets on Wednesday. The 38-year-old should be considered day-to-day heading in to Monday's series opener against the Orioles.
SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Hammered by Mets Martin allowed four runs on four hits while striking out two over one inning in Tuesday's 7-2 loss to the Mets.
Impact Martin, who entered with the Red Sox down by a run heading into the bottom of the eighth inning, let the game get away quickly. He allowed hits to the first three batters faced, which produced a pair of runs, before Pete Alonso finished it off with a two-run home run. Three of the four hits allowed had an exit velocity of at least 105.5 mph. The eighth inning was a microcosm of Boston's recent slide, during which it has lost 10 of 13 games: the offense squandered an opportunity in the top of the eighth before the bullpen faltered in the bottom of the frame.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Martin earns the save | 08/30/2024 The Official Site of Major League Baseball
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Picks up second save Martin earned the save in Friday's 7-5 extra-inning win over the Tigers, allowing one unearned run while logging a strikeout in the 10th.
Impact After Kenley Jansen blew a save in the ninth inning, the Red Sox responded with three runs in the top of the 10th, setting up Martin for the save chance. The right-hander would allow the free runner to score, but Martin would hold the Tigers there, earning his second save on the campaign. The 38-year-old Martin sports a 2.72 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 41:2 K:BB across 36.1 innings while working primarily in a setup role this season.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Martin secures the win | 08/21/2024 Chris Martin secures the Red Sox's series win with a 4-1 victory over the Astros
AUGUST 22 • MLB.COM
Earns first save Martin earned the save in Tuesday's 4-1 win over Houston, working around a hit in a scoreless ninth inning. He struck out one.
Impact With Kenley Jansen pitching back-to-back days, the Red Sox turned to Martin on Wednesday to protect a three-run lead in the ninth. The right-hander would work around a two-out single to record his first save of the season. Overall, Martin sports a 2.94 ERA this year with a 1.07 WHIP and 39:2 K:BB across 33.2 innings. He's logged 12 holds while working in a setup role ahead of Jansen.
AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Martin K's Jeremy Peña, escapes jam | 08/19/2024 The Official Site of Major League Baseball
AUGUST 20 • MLB.COM
Activated Wednesday The Red Sox reinstated Martin (elbow) from the 15-day injured list Wednesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
Impact The right-hander looked good during his bullpen sessions over the past week and will rejoin the Red Sox without a minor-league rehab assignment. Martin has a 3.42 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 29:2 K:BB across 26.1 innings this season and should return to a setup role now that he's healthy.
AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE
Could return Wednesday Manager Alex Cora said Sunday that Martin (elbow) could be instated from the 15-day injured list Wednesday rather than being sent on a rehab assignment, Jen McCaffrey of The Athlet...
Impact The veteran right-hander threw 35 pitches during a bullpen session Saturday, and he felt good enough to give him a chance of skipping a rehab assignment. Martin has been on the shelf for the past month due to elbow inflammation.
AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE
Throws bullpen Saturday Martin (elbow) threw 35 pitches in the bullpen Saturday, Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.
Impact Martin is tentatively scheduled for a rehab game Wednesday and could rejoin the Red Sox next weekend. The right-hander has been out since July 4 with inflammation.
AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE
Targeting return next week Martin (elbow) is on pace to return during Boston's upcoming series against the Astros, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.
Impact The Red Sox will likely look to get Martin into a few rehab games in the minor leagues, but assuming he doesn't face any setbacks, a return to the bullpen should come in roughly seven days. The 38-year-old reliever put up a 3.42 ERA and 1.03 WHIP through 26.1 innings prior to landing on the IL in early July.
AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE
Could begin rehab games next week Martin (elbow) threw a successful 25-pitch bullpen session Wednesday and is slated to throw off a mound again in the coming days, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
Impact As long as he comes out of the next bullpen session with no concerns, Martin is expected to be cleared to start a rehab assignment next week. He's been out since early July with right elbow inflammation but looks to be progressing toward a return in early- to mid-August.
JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Slated for bullpen Martin (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports.
Impact Martin has been rehabbing from right elbow inflammation that landed him on the 15-day injured list July 5. His throwing program was paused due to discomfort, but he was able to play catch Friday, and he will take the next step in his progression with a bullpen session Wednesday. Martin has a 3.42 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 10 holds across 26.1 innings this season.
JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Slated for side session Martin (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Rob Bradford of WEEI.com reports.
Impact Martin has been on the injured list since July 5 with right elbow inflammation, but he's set to advance to the final phase of his recovery program if his upcoming bullpen session goes well. Assuming he escapes the workout no worse for the wear, Martin could begin a rehab assignment as soon as this weekend. Martin owns a 3.42 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 10 holds across 26.1 innings this season.
JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Resumes throwing program Martin (elbow) has resumed throwing and is playing catch, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports Friday.
Impact Martin's throwing program was paused July 13 due to discomfort in his right elbow, but he's beginning to ramp up again. The 38-year-old has been on the injured list since July 5 due to elbow inflammation and seems to be multiple weeks away from returning.
JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Resumes throwing program Martin (elbow) has resumed throwing and is playing catch, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports Friday.
Impact Martin's throwing program was paused July 13 due to discomfort in his right elbow, but he's begun playing catch. The 38-year-old has been on the injured list since July 5 due to elbow inflammation and seems to be multiple weeks away from returning.
JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Could resume throwing Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Martin (elbow) could resume throwing this weekend, MLB.com reports.
Impact Martin felt discomfort in the shoulder while playing catch and had his throwing program halted prior to the All-Star break. That the right-hander is making progress is significant, given the bullpen's recent performance -- its blown five leads since the All-Star break. When healthy, Martin is a key setup piece for closer Kenley Jansen.
JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Throwing program paused Manager Alex Cora said Saturday that Martin (elbow) is dealing with some discomfort and has been shut down from throwing, Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Impact The Red Sox currently don't have any plans to take Martin in for imaging, though that may change if he doesn't begin to feel better soon. The 38-year-old is eligible to return from the IL immediately after the All-Star break, though his latest flareup will likely push back his return date.
JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Plays catch Martin (elbow) played catch Wednesday for the first time since landing on the 10-day injured list, MLB.com reports.
Impact Martin was placed on the injured list July 5 (retroactive to July 4) with right elbow inflammation. The right-hander is eligible to return for the first game following the All-Star break.
JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE
