Rogelio Martínez (baseball)

Rogelio Martínez is a former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Kansas City Royals in 1968. Born on August 26, 1941, in Havana, Cuba, Martínez primarily pitched in relief during his brief MLB career. He appeared in 8 games for the Royals, posting a 1-0 record with a 4.91 ERA. Before and after his stint with the Royals, Martínez played in the minor leagues, primarily with teams in the Kansas City organization. His professional career spanned several years throughout the 1960s and early 1970s. While his MLB career was short, Martínez's career reflects the journey of many Cuban-born players who played baseball during a period of significant political and social change.