Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez hasn't recovered from offseason knee surgery as well as the team had anticipated. After a sluggish start, Martinez was placed on the 15-day disabled list due to soreness in his left knee.
The 36-year-old hasn't hit up to his usual standards to open the season. Through 130 plate appearances, Martinez has slashed .216/.308/.270. Following an 0 for 4 performance Monday against the Milwaukee Brewers, the team's brass met to discuss a possible DL stint for Martinez.
They wasted no time acting, as Martinez hit the disabled list Tuesday afternoon.