Russell Martin
Russell Martin
Russell Nathan Coltrane Jeanson Martin, Jr.is a Canadian professional baseball catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball. He has previously played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates, and is a four-time MLB All-Star. In 2007, Martin won the Gold Glove Award and Silver Slugger Award...
ProfessionSoccer Player
Date of Birth4 January 1986
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He understands enough in baseball terms to figure out what I'm trying to say. I don't think it's a big issue when it comes to calling a game.
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He told me I have a shot at making the Dodger team, and that if I miss part of spring training it will jeopardize my chances.
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The second time through the lineup went a little smoother. He was locating his fastball on both sides, and I started to figure out the way he likes to throw. It took a couple of innings. Pitchers like him, they throw anything in any count. Where you set up is really important. The first time you catch any pitcher is always tough. It's just the process.