Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher
Justin Martinez picked up his first save of the season in a 7-6 extra-inning win against the Cleveland Guardians. After the recent struggles of relief pitcher
Paul Sewald, the closer job is there for the taking in the desert. Martinez received his first opportunity after
Ryan Thompson blew the save Monday, allowing one run in one inning after surrendering a triple to catcher
Bo Naylor followed by a sac fly. The 23-year-old allowed one walk and two strikeouts to record the second save of his career. It may not be apparent for a bit who will cement their feet into the closer role for the Diamondbacks, but after Monday's game, Martinez gave himself a leg up on the competition.