DETROIT -- The tears were flowing out of Victor Martinez's eyes as his teammates encouraged him to say a few words during Saturday's pregame ceremony noting his final Major League game. As he took the microphone and gathered himself, he saved his few words for the fans that were on their feet to honor his career.
"From the bottom of my heart, I can only say thank you for being behind us all these years, supporting my teammates, supporting myself," Martinez said. "Thank you very much."
After the game, Martinez thanked fans again.
"I don't have enough words to thank everybody in Detroit -- and yes, remember the fans," Martinez said.