Drafted in the 24th round (714th overall) by the Los Angeles Angels in 2002.
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C Brett Martinez is one of the nation's elite high school defensive catchers.
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Considered one of the top defensive catchers in the 2002 draft, Martinez lasted until the 24th round and signed as a draft-and-follow this spring. At 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds, he's not physical for a catcher or much of a threat at the plate. But his skills behind the plate are a different story. "He was the best defensive catcher I saw all summer," Simmons said. "He's got a very good exchange with an extremely quick, accurate arm. He also receives the ball extremely well." Martinez threw out 40 percent of basestealers, while the rest of the Angels' catchers threw out just 21 percent. He also worked well with the pitching staff. He did show a propensity for drawing walks, which will boost his offensive value.
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