My dream of playing major league baseball began at the age of 10. I was at a friend's house one Saturday afternoon watching the Chicago Cubs play the St. Louis Cardinals when something inside of me said, "You can play in the big leagues." And, with that, my passion was born. 

Then, in 1978, my dream of playing professional baseball became a reality when the San Diego Padres made me their 1st round selection in the winter draft. After spending 6-1/2 years in the Padres organization I became a minor league free agent and signed with the Milwaukee Brewers in 1985.  The Brewers traded me to the Chicago Cubs in the winter of 1985 and on August 15, 1986 I got the call. On that day I took my first step onto a baseball field as a major leaguer. I will never forget seeing the name “Martin” on the back my Cubs jersey when I walked through the clubhouse in Montreal. That moment made all of the hard work and sacrifices worth it.

There were many people who influenced my career. However, my father was the one who laid the foundation. He was my coach until I entered high school in 1973. My dad knew how to teach the game. He expected you to be disciplined, have pride and show respect for the game and your opponent. Today, I hope to have the same influence on young baseball players—teaching them to play the game of baseball with the same discipline, pride, and respect.

Las Vegas Baseball Academy is credited with having some of the best baseball instruction in the world. With instructors from various organizations, LVBA offers the depth of practical experience that gives each player the opportunity to learn, grow and achieve results that are beyond their original expectations.