Martinez did not factor into the decision Thursday versus the Cubs, tossing six innings of three-run ball with four strikeouts and three walks.
Martinez cruised into the fifth inning with ease, but he allowed the Cubs back into the game with three runs by allowing five men to reach base. Having said that, Martinez still managed his first quality start in the last four tries, against one of the top offenses in the game, and his season ERA now sits at a solid 3.34. His 1.22 WHIP and pedestrian 7.4 K/9 rate leave something to be desired, but Martinez should remain a steady option heading into Wednesday's matchup with the struggling Astros.