Martinez is in stable and alert condition at a San Francisco hospital, where he will remain in the hospital for observation over the next three to four days. The team said he is expected to make a full recovery.
The Giants placed Martinez on the disabled list and called up right-hander Justin Miller to take the roster spot.
Chilling Accident at Giants Game
Joe Martinez walks away from a stunning accident on the mound Thursday. The San Francisco Giants reliever was bloodied by a line drive off the bat of Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Mike Cameron in the ninth inning, but remained conscious following the blow.
Jeff Chiu, AP
Martinez, who made his major league debut Tuesday, dropped to his knees after Cameron's liner struck him near the right temple. "That ball smoked him," Giants manager Bruce Bochy said. "He had no chance."
Jeff Chiu, AP
Cameron, center, hesitantly approached second base and had to be consoled by Giants players after the accident. "I hope the young man is all right and gets a chance to get back on the field," Cameron said.
Jeff Chiu, AP
Martinez was tended to by head trainer Dave Groeschner, right, Bochy, top left, and Giants first baseman Rich Aurilia. After a few minutes, Martinez was able to walk away with a cloth held to his nose. The 26-year-old pitcher was taken to a hospital for a CT scan and evaluation.
Jeff Chiu, AP
The scene was especially harrowing for Cameron and the players having learned of Nick Adenhart's tragic accident Thursday morning. Adenhart, a 22-year-old Angels pitcher, was killed in a car accident shortly after appearing in a game versus the Athletics Wednesday night.
Jeff Chiu, AP
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
4-10-2009 @ 5:03PM
Kelly said...
I am not a huge baseball fan but how scary was that accident. I am so glad that he is going to be O.K
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4-10-2009 @ 5:06PM
Jennifer said...
I hope they check him for the same injury that killed Natasha Richardson.
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4-11-2009 @ 3:49AM
Larry said...
That's why they are holding him for observation.
4-10-2009 @ 5:25PM
texasfisherman07 said...
ow! ow ow! ow ow ow!
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4-10-2009 @ 5:31PM
bobknot131 said...
lcuky he didn't get hit in an eye.
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4-10-2009 @ 5:33PM
jenv1mattitude said...
i think thats why they are going to keep him for another 4 days because of what happened to natasha richardson.
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4-10-2009 @ 5:49PM
tomissmith0189 said...
I can't believe he stayed conscious.
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4-10-2009 @ 6:42PM
GreekGirlWalking said...
You could tell that Mike Cameron genuinely felt bad about what happened... Hope Martinez will be up and playing again soon! Get well soon Joe!!!
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4-10-2009 @ 6:43PM
mrsdesertviper said...
I am so glad to hear that this head injury did not turn out to be another tragedy!!!! Speedy recovery to Martinez...truly glad to hear you are doing well. As for the Milwuakee team...I am truly sadden for you loss of a good teammate. Truly sorry for the loss for his family as well. May God be with all of you.
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4-10-2009 @ 8:31PM
RANMAN said...
He didn't play for Milwaukee
4-10-2009 @ 9:18PM
maralvr1 said...
Yeah he played for the Los Angeles Angels. RIP Nick Adenhart.
4-11-2009 @ 4:06PM
mrsdesertviper said...
Yes Ranman you are right and thank you for letting me know. I realized I made a mistake after submitting my comment. I knew he played for the Angels....guess I had a momentarily brainfart....lol. Thanks.
4-10-2009 @ 6:47PM
sandlionarrakis said...
Baseball is now officially a blood sport. I would have thought a baseball bat was used to beat up a man but this is just odd.
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4-10-2009 @ 6:49PM
kingofcomps1 said...
GET BETTER JOE
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4-10-2009 @ 6:50PM
bmlzranch said...
I remember in the early 80s when Ron Cey was hit in the head by a 90 mph pitch from Goose Gossage in the World Series, I was there. Scary stuff. I loved Ron Cey back in the day! Glad the outcome was good
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4-10-2009 @ 7:16PM
labbott123 said...
Okay, but what happened to the ball?
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4-10-2009 @ 7:16PM
reb said...
Well, it is VERY RARE for someone to die from a concussion like Natasha Richardson did. Infact, only a couple of people have died from concussions. That is how rare it is for someone to die from one. 'Cause I myself had a concussion the other week and they even told me that it is uncomon for someone to die from a concussion. I got my concussion during softball practice at school. But I do hope he gets better.
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4-10-2009 @ 8:38PM
kmangrl said...
For the record, reb, Natasha Richardson did not die from a concussion. She died from an epidural hematoma. A collection of blood between brain and the skull. The increase in pressure means something has to give and it's the brain that does, not the skull.
4-10-2009 @ 8:58PM
MAX said...
Reb, get off the page. N.R. did not die from a concussion. She died from intracranial bleeding. Second thing, what is your authority that people do not die from concussion? You are clearly not a physician and have done no medical research or study. Even if your general point is true, it has nothing to do with either N.R.'s injury or with this pitcher's injury, of which concussion was only one facet.
4-10-2009 @ 7:29PM
anajo727 said...
Maybe the time has come for pitchers to have some protection. Catchers do, and pitchers' position surely puts them in the line of fire. Football players have all kinds of padding. Why not baseball players who are in infield positions?
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