Dennis MartinezĀ 244th career victory to set the record for most wins by a Latin American pitcher
On August 9, 1998 — Atlanta’s Dennis Martinez defeats the Giants, 7 – 5, for his 244th career victory to set the record for most wins by a Latin American pitcher. Juan Marichal held the old mark. The Nicaraguan right-hander, known as āEl Presidenteā, pitches a perfect eighth inning in the Bravesā 7-5 victory over the San Francisco and 3BĀ Chipper JonesĀ backs Martinez’s pitching with four hits and four ribbies.
