Great Lakes Loons Struggle Despite Play of Jarret Martin

In professional baseball, the statistics, numbers, wins and losses don't always tell the whole story. That could not be closer to the truth than with Great Lakes Loons starting pitcher Jarret Martin. Though the 3-5 deficit in the win-loss column may not have been acclimated to the rest of his statistics, having been named a Midwest League Mid-Season All-Star, Martin has done enough to warrant the praise of his peers. He currently ranks second in the Midwest League in strikeouts (73), but is also tied for first in walks allowed (44). In 15 starts, encompassing 72.2 innings pitched, he has amassed a 4.58 ERA. While not spectacular, by any stretch of the imagination, Martin's numbers fail to show the true scope of his performance.


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