Chris Martin

Player Information

Christopher Riley Martin (born June 2, 1986) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Colorado Rockies, New York Yankees, Atlanta Braves, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Boston Red Sox, and in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters. Martin played baseball at Arlington High School and McLennan Community College, but gave up on baseball after he suffered a shoulder injury. After working in a warehouse for three years, Martin began playing catch, and felt strong enough to try out for independent league baseball. After he pitched for the Grand Prairie AirHogs in 2010, the Boston Red Sox of MLB signed Martin in 2011. He pitched in Minor League Baseball for the Red Sox organization, until they traded him to the Rockies after the 2013 season.
Full Name :
Christopher Riley Martin
Birthdate :
2 June 1986
Gender :
Male
Height (cm) :
203
Weight (kg) :
98
Nationality :
American
Career Started :
2014
Notable Achievements :
Japan Series champion (2016), World Series champion (2021)
Current Team :
Texas Rangers
Previous Teams :
Colorado Rockies (From 2014, To 2014), New York Yankees (From 2015, To 2015), Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters (From 2016, To 2017), Texas Rangers (From 2018, To 2019), Atlanta Braves (From 2019, To 2021), Chicago Cubs (From 2022, To 2022), Los Angeles Dodgers (From 2022, To 2022), Boston Red Sox (From 2023, To 2024), Texas Rangers (From 2025, To Present)
Drafted :
2005
Drafted by :
Colorado Rockies
Active Status :
From - 2014, To - Present
Contract :
Contract Year 2025 to 2026, Salary $5,500,000 USD

Biography

Chris Martin is a prominent right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, recognized for his tenure with teams like the New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Boston Red Sox. He made his MLB debut on April 26, 2014, and has achieved a commendable career ERA of 3.29. Martin’s impressive postseason performance includes a 0.00 ERA in the 2021 World Series. His financial stability reflects total career earnings exceeding $44 million, paving the way for continued success in baseball. More insights follow.

Early Life

Christopher Riley Martin attended Arlington High School, where he developed a passion for baseball.

After completing high school, he pursued his collegiate baseball career at McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas. During his time there, he displayed his impressive pitching skills, which laid the groundwork for his future in professional baseball.

His dedication and talent eventually led to him being drafted twice into Major League Baseball, initially by the Detroit Tigers and then by the Colorado Rockies.

Family Life

Chris Martin maintains a private family life away from the public eye.

While specific details about his family are limited, it’s known that his loved ones have been a crucial source of support throughout his baseball career.

His family, likely inspired by his passion for sports, may share in his achievements and attend his games.

Although not much is publicly disclosed, their involvement in his life highlights the importance of family in his path as a professional athlete.

Career

Chris Martin is a right-handed pitcher who made his MLB debut on April 26, 2014, and has played for notable teams including the New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Boston Red Sox.

Throughout his career, he has maintained an impressive career ERA of 3.29, accumulating 380 strikeouts over 366.1 innings pitched.

Martin has also shone in the postseason, achieving a remarkable 0.00 ERA in the 2021 World Series and has won 4 out of 7 postseason series in his career.

As of January 2025, he is signed with the Boston Red Sox for $5.5 million through 2025.

Net Worth

Chris Martin’s current net worth is estimated at $5,500,000, reflecting his lucrative MLB career.

His total career earnings amount to $44,011,025, demonstrating his financial stability even while on the injured list.

Martin has drawn notable salaries throughout his career, including $7,500,000, $5,000,000, $3,500,000, $8,000,000, and $9,500,000 in different seasons.

His contract with the Boston Red Sox guarantees an annual salary of $9,500,000 in 2024.