Martinez showcasing skills at Class A: Although Carlos Martinez's last start Friday for Class A Palm Beach was limited to one inning due to inclement weather, the Cardinals' pitching prospect is still off to a nice start this year. He hasn't won in three starts (0-1), but Martinez has a 2.45 ERA and 1.00 WHIP. He also has 13 strikeouts and four walks in 11 innings. (Updated 04/23/2012)
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Fantasy Analysis
Martinez would probably be considered the top pitching prospect in most organizations, but he doesn't top the list with St. Louis because of Shelby Miller. Nonetheless, Martinez isn't short on talent. Martinez has a fastball that routinely sits in the high-90s and has touched 100 mph late in games. Unfortunately, he is still working on his complementary pitchers and ironing out some command problems. The Cardinals are preaching patience with Martinez, who is likely a few years away from the majors. He is nothing more than a long-term Fantasy keeper. (Updated 04/23/2012).
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After a sizzling debut in Rookie ball in 2010, Carlos Martinez firmly established himself as an elite prospect with a dominant follow-up performance in 2011. The smallish right-hander formerly known as Carlos Matias posted a 2.33 ERA and 1.06 WHIP with well more than a strikeout per inning over his eight starts at low Class A, and though his command betrayed him after his promotion to high Class A, the Cardinals believe a mechanical issue was to blame. The 20-year-old may still be in need of some coaching as he works his way up the minor-league ladder, but his 100-mph heat should ultimately be enough to carry him no matter what bumps he faces along the way. He showed with his 1.38 ERA over his first 20 minor-league starts just how devastating it can be if located properly, and locating it was never a problem for him before his promotion last year. If the adjustment comes quickly, Martinez could get back on the fast track and potentially earn a September call-up, though a 2013 arrival is more likely. He's a better fit for long-term keeper leagues than seasonal formats. (Updated 2/9/12)
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