The 21-year-old Marlins Minor Leaguer Osvaldo Martinez, who was shot several times in Puerto Rico on Wednesday, was supposed to be the innocent victim of gangsters battling for control of drug distribution in public housing projects. Police spokeswoman Maria Rivera told the AP that Martinez was driving through his hometown of Carolina, when he was shot three times because it seems that the group of gunmen confused him with another person. According to the report, Martinez was recovering from surgery and now in stable condition.
The Marlins released a statement Wednesday night about the news: "The Florida Marlins are aware of a shooting incident involving Minor Leaguer Osvaldo Martinez in Puerto Rico this morning. At this time, we are trying to get more information. The entire organization's thoughts and prayers are with Osvaldo and his family."
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