Tippy Martinez (full name: Felix Anthony Martinez; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1974 until 1988 for the New York Yankees, Baltimore Orioles and Minnesota Twins. He played for the Yankees from 1974 - 1976, Orioles from 1976 - 1986 and Twins in 1988. Over 14 seasons, he started 2 games, won 55 games, struck out 632 batters, and had a 3.45 ERA. Born on May 31, 1950 in La Junta, CO, Martinez stands 5' 10" and weighs 180 lb. He attended La Junta (La Junta, CO) high school. His debut was on August 9, 1974 and he played his final game on April 18, 1988. Over his career, Martinez made $1,367,078. Common misspellings of his name include Felix Anthony tippi Tippy maritnez martines martinex Martinez matinez.