(April 26, 2024 – York, Pa.): York Revolution officials announced today that infielder Mason Martin had his contract purchased by the Los Angeles Angels. Martin has been assigned to the High-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, the Tri-City Dust Devils
Martin was a 17th round pick by the Pirates in 2017 out of Southridge High School in Kennewick, WA, and earned many accolades throughout his tenure in the system, including Pirates Minor League Player of the Year in 2019 and GCL Most Valuable Player in his debut season in 2017. His eyepopping 2019 campaign included 35 home runs and 129 RBI between Bradenton and Greensboro. Martin followed that by smashing 25 home runs between Altoona and Indianapolis in 2021 and another 37 combined over the last two seasons. Primarily a first baseman, Martin has slugged 38 long balls at the Double-A level and 24 more round-trippers in Triple-A games.
Mason Martin only suited up for the Revolution for one Spring Training game against the Lancaster Stormers, going 2-4 with a solo homerun and a double. Martin is the 49th player in Revolution history to have his contract purchased by an MLB organization.
About the York Revolution:
The York Revolution Professional Baseball Club is a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. The Revolution was Atlantic League Champions in 2010, 2011, and 2017. The 2024 season will be the team’s 17th. Located at 5 Brooks Robinson Way, WellSpan Park hosts all Revolution home games, in addition to myriad events through the entire calendar year. For tickets or more information, please call 717-801-HITS (4487) or visit the Revolution online at www.YorkRevolution.com.
About the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB)
Celebrating its third decade, the Atlantic League is Major League Baseball’s first Professional Partner League, a player gateway to the major leagues, and a leader in baseball innovation. Over its 25-year history, the ALPB has sent over 1,400 players to MLB organizations while drawing over 47 million fans to its family-friendly ballparks. Please visit www.AtlanticLeague.com.
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