” Congrats to 21-year-old Dominican pitcher Deivi Garcia on an excellent debut for the Yankees,” Martinez wrote. “He did an excellent task at mixing his pitches.
Martinez, 48, does not seem to have an issue with it.
Deivi Garcia made comparisons to Pedro Martinez long prior to reaching the majors. A dazzling debut in pinstripes only drew more parallels in between the 21-year-old and Hall of Famer.
After viewing the fellow Dominican Republic native give up just one unearned run over six innings in Sundays 5-2 win over the Mets, the three-time Cy Young winner tweeted appreciation for Garcia, who had not pitched in a video game since a June 20 exhibit.
Garcia was promoted to majors for Sundays doubleheader against the Mets, and was in line for win, prior to Luke Voits two-base fielding mistake assisted the Mets connect the game. Garcia, who is 2 inches shorter than the diminutive 5-foot-11 Martinez, threw 74 pitches (51 strikes), while striking out six and walking none.
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“Deivi Garcias presence on the mound was exceptional, and his balance on the mound too!” Martinez composed.
