Wilton Martinez Stats & Scouting Report

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After playing his first two seasons in the Dominican Summer League, Martinez made a big splash in his domestic debut in 2013, leading the Rookie-level Appalachian League with 12 home runs. He has the power to hit tape-measure shots and figures to get even stronger once his body completely fills out. Most of Martinez's power is to the pull side at this stage, and his righthanded swing tends to get long at times. Like most young hitters, he needs to work on his plate discipline, but the Mariners are willing to trade off some strikeouts for home runs. Power isn't Martinez's only tool as he has above-average speed and a plus arm. Though he may lose a step as he matures, he should remain a plus runner, and his arm makes him a natural fit for right field. Martinez took a big step forward in his development in 2013 and he will get his first taste of full-season ball in 2014 at low Class A Clinton.

Martinez spent two seasons in the Rookie-level Dominican Summer League before making his U.S. debut this summer. The lanky Dominican showed the ability to be a profile right fielder, with one of the best bodies in the league, above-average athleticism and lots of projection remaining. Martinez has plus power potential, leading the league in home runs and finishing third in isolated power (.234). He has above-average bat speed and drives the ball to the gaps. He has the potential to be an above-average defender in right with a plus arm and good speed for his size. His development will be largely dependent on how much he hits. ?He has a good swing, and he is just figuring out how to put the bat on the ball,? a league hitting coach said. ?There is some length, but when he does connect, he creates fireworks like the Fourth of July.?