Pedro Pitches in AAA

Pedro Martinez made his second rehab appearance; only this time with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs.  Martinez struggled in the IronPigs 9-6 loss to the Columbus Clippers.

“I got better, and it showed that I got better as it got going,” said Martinez. “Without a doubt, I’m going to have to pitch a little more to get to the consistent level I’m used to being.”

In five innings, Martinez allowed five runs, four earned, on three hits and three walks.  He struck out four and allowed a home run to Michael Brantley.

Former Phillies farmhand, Carlos Carrasco earned the victory against his former club.  He allowed four earned runs on eight hits in 5.1 innings.  He walked one and struck out six.  Michael Taylor homered off him.