Jason Martin (born September 5, 1995) is an American professional baseball outfielder who is a free agent. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Texas Rangers, and in the KBO League for the NC Dinos.
| Jason Martin | |
|---|---|
| Free agent | |
| Outfielder | |
| Born: September 5, 1995 Corona, California, U.S. | |
Bats: Left Throws: Right | |
| Professional debut | |
| MLB: April 6, 2019, for the Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| KBO: April 1, 2023, for the NC Dinos | |
| MLB statistics (through 2021 season) | |
| Batting average | .206 |
| Home runs | 6 |
| Runs batted in | 19 |
| KBO statistics (through 2023 season) | |
| Batting average | .283 |
| Home runs | 17 |
| Runs batted in | 90 |
| Teams | |
Amateur career
editMartin attended Orange Lutheran High School in Orange, California.
Professional career
editHouston Astros
editHe was drafted by the Houston Astros in the eighth round of the 2013 Major League Baseball Draft.[1] He signed and spent 2013 with the Gulf Coast Astros[2] where he batted .251 with 17 RBIs and 11 stolen bases in 50 games. In 2014, he played for both the Greeneville Astros and Tri-City ValleyCats, slashing .257/.338/.384 with one home run and 23 RBIs in 63 total games between the two teams, and in 2015, he played with the Quad Cities River Bandits where he compiled a .270 batting average with eight home runs and 57 RBIs in 105 games. Martin spent 2016 with the Lancaster JetHawks and slashed .270/.357/.533 with 23 home runs and 75 RBIs in 110 games.[3]
After the 2016 season, Martin played for the Glendale Desert Dogs of the Arizona Fall League. In 2017, he played for the Buies Creek Astros and Corpus Christi Hooks[4] and batted .278 with 18 home runs, 66 RBIs, 35 doubles, and 16 stolen bases in 125 games.
Pittsburgh Pirates
editOn January 13, 2018, Martin was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates (along with Joe Musgrove, Colin Moran and Michael Feliz) for Gerrit Cole.[5] He began 2018 with the Double–A Altoona Curve and was promoted to the Triple–A Indianapolis Indians in June. In 127 total games between the two teams, he slashed .274/.337/.429 with 13 home runs and 55 RBI.[6]
The Pirates added Martin to their 40-man roster after the season to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.[7] On April 5, 2019, Martin was promoted to the major leagues for the first time.[8] He made his major league debut on April 6, recording a single versus Tanner Roark in his first major league at–bat. Martin joined Andrew McCutchen and José Tábata as the only Pirates since 1948 to record a hit, a run, and a stolen base in their Major League debut. In his rookie season, Martin collected nine hits in 40 trips to the plate. On October 18, Martin underwent surgery to repair a left shoulder labral tear.[9]
Martin only appeared in 7 games in 2020, going hitless in 9 at–bats. On October 30, 2020, Martin was outrighted off of the 40-man roster. He became a free agent on November 2.[10]
Texas Rangers
editOn December 14, 2020, Martin signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers organization.[11] On May 26, 2021, Martin was selected to the active roster.[12] He hit first MLB home run, a 2-run homer, against Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Andy Burns on June 12. Over 58 games for Texas in 2021, Martin hit .208/.248/.354 with six home runs and 17 RBI.[13] On October 9, Martin elected free agency.[14]
Los Angeles Dodgers
editOn November 23, 2021, Martin signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.[15] He spent the season with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers, where he played in 129 games, with a .285 batting average, 32 homers and 107 RBIs.[16] He elected free agency on November 10, 2022.
NC Dinos
editOn December 3, 2022, Martin signed a contract with the NC Dinos of the KBO League. He played in 118 games for the Dinos in 2023, batting .283/.360/.455 with 17 home runs, 90 RBI, and 15 stolen bases. He became a free agent following the season.
Los Angeles Angels
editOn February 9, 2024, Martin signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Angels.[17] On November 6, he elected free agency.[18]
References
edit- ^ Steve Batterson sbatterson@qctimes.com (June 3, 2015). "Martin growing into role in Bandits' outfield | Midwest League Baseball". qctimes.com. Retrieved January 22, 2018.
- ^ "ValleyCats' Martin sets sights on big goals". Troyrecord.com. August 21, 2014. Retrieved January 22, 2018.
- ^ "Jason Martin Stats, Highlights, Bio – MiLB.com Stats – The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". MiLB.com. Retrieved April 12, 2018.
- ^ "Reports: Martin, Tucker will be promoted to Hooks". Caller.com. May 30, 2017. Retrieved January 22, 2018.
- ^ McTaggart, Brian (January 13, 2018). "Astros land Cole in 5-player deal with Pirates". mlb.com. Retrieved January 13, 2018.
- ^ "Jason Martin Stats, Highlights, Bio - MiLB.com Stats - The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". MiLB.com. Retrieved October 10, 2018.
- ^ Dreker, John (November 20, 2018). "Pirates Add Mitch Keller, Cole Tucker, Jason Martin and JT Brubaker to 40-Man Roster". Pirates Prospects. Retrieved April 6, 2019.
- ^ Wilborn, Nubyjas (April 5, 2019). "Pirates place Kyle Crick on IL, call up OF Jason Martin". Post-Gazette. Retrieved April 5, 2019.
- ^ "Pirates' Jason Martin Undergoes Shoulder Surgery". October 18, 2019.
- ^ "Full List of 2020-2021 MiLB Free Agents". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved September 21, 2024.
- ^ "Rangers Sign Jharel Cotton, Jason Martin to Minor League Deals". December 14, 2020.
- ^ "Rangers Place David Dahl on IL, Select Jason Martin". May 26, 2021.
- ^ Levi Weaver (October 6, 2021). "Grading the 2021 Texas Rangers: Position players edition". The Athletic. Retrieved October 8, 2021.
- ^ "Three Rangers Elect Free Agency". MLB Trade Rumors. October 9, 2021. Retrieved October 10, 2021.
- ^ "Dodgers Sign Jason Martin, Beau Burrows". MLB Trade Rumors. November 23, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
- ^ "2022 Oklahoma City Dodgers". Baseball Reference. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
- ^ "Angels Sign Jason Martin, Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deals". MLB Trade Rumors. February 9, 2024.
- ^ Eddy, Matt (November 6, 2024). "Minor League Free Agents 2024". Baseball America. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
External links
edit- Career statistics from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
- Jason Martin on Twitter