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MLB·ANALYSIS·August 26, 2026 11:51 AM ET

Martinez links strong season to a more aggressive approach

The right-hander is 13-4 with a 2.93 ERA.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 261 min read
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What happened: Nick Martinez said he has restored his first-pitch strike rate to a higher percentage. He also credited attacking hitters more aggressively.

Why it matters: The Tampa Bay Rays and Detroit Tigers enter their scheduled game with the series tied 1-1.

What to watch: The scheduled game remains 0-0.

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