His 1st Big League Homer
Michael Martinez first caught my attention in spring training. Sure, one always pulls for somebody who shares your first name, but this rookie utilityman impressed for plenty of other reasons. Back in March, I watched him lay down a beautiful bunt that set up the winning rally in a game the Phillies on in the bottom of the 9th. He fielded several positions well. Clearly Charlie Manuel and Ruben Amaro Jr also liked what they saw from the Rule-5 draftee.
In a year the Phils have overcome numerous key injuries, Martinez has played several positions. Today, he started at 3rd base for the ailing Placido Polanco. Top of the 5th inning, he batted with two men on and the Phils up 1-0. Facing Mike Pelfrey, he picked the right time for his first major league home run!
Rounding 3rd and heading home, Martinez follows Kyle Kendrick and Jimmy Rollins as the Phillies boost the lead to 4 - 0. Notice the symmetrical beauty of all three players on the 3rd base line, as Kendrick's foot touches home plate.
Plenty of high-5's in the dugout for Martinez, who later added a sacrifice fly.
In a year the Phils have overcome numerous key injuries, Martinez has played several positions. Today, he started at 3rd base for the ailing Placido Polanco. Top of the 5th inning, he batted with two men on and the Phils up 1-0. Facing Mike Pelfrey, he picked the right time for his first major league home run!
Rounding 3rd and heading home, Martinez follows Kyle Kendrick and Jimmy Rollins as the Phillies boost the lead to 4 - 0. Notice the symmetrical beauty of all three players on the 3rd base line, as Kendrick's foot touches home plate.
Plenty of high-5's in the dugout for Martinez, who later added a sacrifice fly.
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