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Watch: Jharel Cotton's filthy change-up even amazes Pedro

Peter Aiken / Reuters

When you're earning props from one of the most dominant pitchers to grace a Major League Baseball mound, you're doing something right.

After Oakland Athletics right-hander Jharel Cotton struck out six Kansas City Royals hitters during a seven-inning shutout performance Monday, the 25-year-old rookie received high marks from Pedro Martinez, who even compared the young hurler to himself.

For a closer look at what Martinez was talking about, see below, and prepare your eyes for some serious filth.

(Video courtesy: MLB.com)

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