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Cubs | Interest in Martinez
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:56:50 -0800

The Bucks County Courier Times' Randy Miller reports the Chicago Cubs may have some interest in free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies).


Dodgers | Interest in Martinez
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:55:17 -0800

The Bucks County Courier Times' Randy Miller reports the Los Angeles Dodgers may have some interest in free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies).


MLB | Pedro planning to pitch in 2010
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:55:36 -0800

Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, reports free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies) intends to pitch for the entire season in 2010, according to his agent, Fern Cuza. Cuza also said the Philadelphia Phillies are "one of the teams we would consider going back to." It is possible that Martinez will make a start in the Dominican Republic Winter League as he prepares for the 2010 season.


Phillies | Willing to re-sign Pedro
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:14:58 -0800

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies have made it clear that they are willing to re-sign SP Pedro Martinez, but are focusing their efforts more on a third baseman and a starting pitcher.


Phillies | Martinez, Cairo become free agents
Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:01:46 -0800

Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez and IF Miguel Cairo have filed for free agency, according to The Sports Network.


Phillies | Martinez to pitch Game 6
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:26:16 -0800

The Washington Post reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez will pitch in Game 6 of the World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4.


Phillies | Martinez battling illness
Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:37:29 -0800

The Hartford Courant's Dom Amore reports that Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (illness) has been battling flu-like symptoms.


Phillies | Pedro hit with loss in Game 2
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:54:20 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez gave up three runs and six hits while striking out eight and walking two in six-plus innings to lose in Game 2 of the World Series Thursday, Oct. 29.


Phillies | Martinez's Bronx record subpar
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:44:59 -0700

According to The Miami Herald's Manny Navarro, Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez is 0-2 with a 6.28 ERA in three postseason games pitched in New York.


Phillies | Martinez regrets Zimmer incident
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:35:01 -0700

The Washington Post reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez, who will pitch Game 2 of the World Series, addressed reporters during a 20-minute interview session, and one of the topics brought up was his fight with then-New York Yankees coach Don Zimmer during the 2003 American League Championship Series. "Of course I do. It's something ugly. When I saw Zim down on the ground, I thought so much of my dad. I respect elders. I don't condone anything like that. But I've got no choice but to just respond... and get away," Martinez said.


Phillies | Pedro set for Game 2
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:20:54 -0700

The Philadelphia Inquirer's David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said SP Pedro Martinez will start Game 2 of the World Series.


Phillies | Pedro hit by ball during simulated game
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:34:27 -0700

Matt Gelb, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (shin) was hit on the lower shin by a line drive in a simulated game Sunday, Oct. 25. Martinez said he was fine and continued pitching.


Phillies | Pedro, Hamels candidates for Game 2
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:08:18 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs Pedro Martinez and Cole Hamels are both candidates to start in Game 2 of the World Series against the New York Yankees.


Phillies | Pedro could return to Phils in 2010
Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:15:59 -0700

The Philadelphia Phillies may consider bringing SP Pedro Martinez back next year, according to Andy Martino of The Philadelphia Inquirer. "I don't think Pedro has done anything to push us away from it," general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said. One person familiar with the team's thinking said the Phillies might not rule out offering Martinez a multi-year contract laden with incentives based on performance and appearances.


Phillies | Pedro to start in World Series
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:25:51 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez will receive a start in the World Series, but it is unknown which game his start will come in. Manager Charlie Manuel said he will more than likely use SPs Joe Blanton and J.A. Happ out of the bullpen for the start of the series.


Nationals | Could pursue Pedro
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:07:19 -0700

Nationals.MLB.com's Bill Ladson reports the Washington Nationals could pursue Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez in the offseason.


Phillies | Pedro, Lee lined up for Games 6 and 7
Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:20:10 -0700

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Andy Martino reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs Pedro Martinez and Cliff Lee are set to pitch in Games 6 and 7 of the NLCS, if necessary.


Phillies | Martinez allows two hits in seven innings
Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:14:32 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez allowed two hits in seven innings of work Friday, Oct. 16, during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. He did not get the decision.


Phillies | Sources indicate Martinez throwing Game 2 of NLCS
Thu, 15 Oct 2009 03:43:28 -0700

Several sources have told Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Andy Martino and Jim Salisbury that Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez will pitch Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.


Phillies | Pedro expected to start Game 2
Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:37:33 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez is expected to start Game 2 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 16. Manager Charlie Manuel indicated that SPs Joe Blanton and J.A. Happ will be available out of the bullpen in Games 1 and 2. Pitching coach Rich Dubee said Martinez looked good during a two-inning simulated game Tuesday, Oct. 13.


Phillies | Pitching rotation suggested
Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:32:06 -0700

David Murphy, of The Philadelphia Daily News, speculated on a possible National League Championship Series pitching rotation for the Philadelphia Phillies. It is believed SP Cole Hamels will start Game 1, followed by either SP Pedro Martinez or SP Joe Blanton. SP Cliff Lee would take the hill in Game 3, followed by either Blanton or Martinez in Game 4.


Phillies | Three possibilities to start Game 2
Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:50:08 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs J.A. Happ, Pedro Martinez and Joe Blanton are all candidates to start Game 2 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 16. The team could also bring back SP Cliff Lee on short rest, but it is more likely that he will start Game 3 Sunday, Oct. 18.


Phillies | Martinez fine with not starting Game 3
Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:59:39 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez said he is fine with not starting in Game 3 of the National League Divisional Series because he has not pitched in a while. "It's the most reasonable thing to do. I haven't thrown in 10 days. Difficult weather. [SP J.A. Happ] has been in there. He has a better feel for the ball. I'm just hoping I get an opportunity to pitch a couple innings before they use me," Martinez said. Martinez will be available out of the bullpen for Game 3.


Phillies | Pedro to start Game 3
Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:59:47 -0700

Bill Chastain, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez will start Game 3 of the Division Series against the Colorado Rockies Saturday, Oct. 10. He is 2-3 with a 4.31 ERA in 10 career outings against the Rockies. Martinez is 6-2 with a 3.40 ERA in 13 playoff games (11 starts), with both losses coming against the New York Yankees.


Phillies | Manuel leaning toward Blanton, Pedro in Game 3
Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:20:05 -0700

SportingNews.com reports Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel hinted that he is leaning toward starting either SPs Joe Blanton or Pedro Martinez in Game 3 of the Division Series Saturday, Oct. 10. Blanton threw 19 pitches in an inning of work in Game 2.


Phillies | Blanton still an option for Game 3
Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:38:37 -0700

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said he still does not know who will start Game 3 of the Division Series against the Colorado Rockies. SPs Joe Blanton, J.A. Happ and Pedro Martinez are all still options.


Phillies | Pedro could start Game 3
Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:23:15 -0700

Jon Heyman, of SI.com, reports it is looking more and more likely that Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez could start Game 3 of the Division Series against the Colorado Rockies. SP Joe Blanton is pitching in relief in Game 2, which would rule him out for the start. SP J.A. Happ is another possibility.


Phillies | Three starters in bullpen for Game 2
Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:27:10 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs Joe Blanton, J.A. Happ and Pedro Martinez are all in the bullpen for Game 2 of the Division Series against the Colorado Rockies. All three pitchers are candidates to start in Game 3 Saturday, Oct. 10.


Phillies | Pedro will not pitch out of bullpen in Game 1
Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:26:51 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez will not be used out of the bullpen in Game 1 of the Divisional Series, according to manager Charlie Manuel. The team might hold him back in case SPs Joe Blanton or J.A. Happ are used heavily, which would make Martinez available for Game 4.


Phillies | Blanton, Happ candidates for Games 3 and 4
Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:36:35 -0700

Jim Armstrong, of The Denver Post, reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs Joe Blanton and J.A. Happ are candidates to start Games 3 and 4 of the Divisional Series against the Colorado Rockies. SP Pedro Martinez has an outside chance of starting Game 4.


Phillies | Martinez struggles Wednesday
Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:08:25 -0700

The Bucks County Courier Times reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez had a shaky return Wednesday, Sept. 30, in a three-run, four-inning no-decision against the Houston Astros. Martinez walked in a run in the first inning and gave up two solo homers to C J.R. Towles, Houston's No. 8 hitter. "It was just a tuneup to get ready for the next step," Martinez said.


Phillies | Pedro to start Wednesday
Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:43:56 -0700

The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) will start Wednesday, Sept. 30. This puts SP Cliff Lee in position to start Game 1 of the Divisional Series on five days of rest.


Phillies | Pedro scratched from next start
Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:01:34 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) has been scratched from his start Saturday, Sept. 26, because of stiffness on the right side of his neck. However, if he absolutely had to pitch, he said he could. SP Kyle Kendrick will make the start in Martinez's place.


Phillies | Lidge not the sole closer
Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:18:14 -0700

Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies will not be using RP Brad Lidge as their sole closer, according to manager Charlie Manuel. General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said SP J.A. Happ is the starter most capable of transitioning into a late-inning relief role. The team is not seriously considering using SP Pedro Martinez as a closer. "We can't rely on Brad Lidge to be the ninth-inning guy. It's not because we don't like him. We have a tremendous amount of respect for him. He was the guy standing when we won the World Series. But the fact of the matter is, he hasn't demonstrated he can do that now," Amaro said. Amaro also mentioned RPs Tyler Walker and J.C. Romero as pitchers who could record outs in the ninth inning. P Chan Ho Park could also enter the mix at some point. The team does not expect RP Brett Myers (shoulder) to assume the closer's role if he makes a successful return from an injured shoulder.


Phillies | Pedro update
Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:27:11 -0700

The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) threw off flat ground Wednesday, Sept. 23, and should make his next start.


Phillies | Pedro adjusted by chiropractor
Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:15:12 -0700

Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) had his sore ribs and neck "adjusted" by a chiropractor Tuesday, Sept. 22. He is expected to see the chiropractor again Wednesday, Sept. 23.


Phillies | Pedro's start pushed back
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:19:28 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez's (neck) next start has been pushed back to Saturday, Sept. 26, against the Milwaukee Brewers. SP Cliff Lee will start Friday, Sept. 25.


Phillies | Pedro to see chiropractor
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:23:25 -0700

Andy Martino, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) rode a stationary bike for 40 minutes Monday, Sept. 21, and is expected to see a chiropractor. His next start would come against the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, Sept. 25.


Phillies | Martinez still bothered by stiff neck
Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:37:45 -0700

Updating previous reports, The News Journal's Scott Lauber reports on his Twitter page that Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) was still bothered by a stiff neck Sunday, Sept. 20, and had difficulty sleeping overnight.


Phillies | Martinez strained neck during at-bat Saturday
Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:59:25 -0700

Updating previous reports, Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) claimed he strained his neck during a second-inning at-bat against the Atlanta Braves Saturday, Sept. 19, and added that he hadn't taken batting practice in a few days, according to The Associated Press. However, he said his arm is OK. "My arm is perfectly good," he said. "I can tell you, 100 percent, my arm is fine." Martinez allowed three runs on seven hits over three innings, with a walk and a strikeout, while suffering his first loss of the season.


Phillies | Martinez leaves game early Saturday
Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:35:15 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) left the team's game Saturday, Sept. 19, in the fourth inning because of stiffness in his neck.


Phillies | Pedro shuts down former team
Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:13:01 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez allowed six hits, two walks and struck out seven in eight shutout innings to beat the New York Mets in the nightcap of a doubleheader Sunday, Sept. 13. He threw 130 pitches in the outing.


Phillies | Pedro solid Tuesday
Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:50:36 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (4-0) mixed plenty of offspeed pitches with an occasional low-90s mph fastball to beat the Washington Nationals Tuesday, Sept. 8. He gave up three runs and seven hits while walking one and striking out four in 6 2/3 innings.


Phillies | Pedro impressive Thursday
Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:27:49 -0700

Rob Maaddi, of The Associated Press, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (3-0) threw seven impressive innings to beat the San Francisco Giants Thursday, Sept. 3. He struck out a season-high nine batters in his fifth start with the team. Martinez allowed one run and five hits in the game and did not walk a hitter while throwing just 87 pitches in his longest outing since August of last year. He had plenty of pop on his fastball, often reaching the low 90s mph on the radar gun. "He had a little more life on his fastball, good movement and he had good command," manager Bruce Bochy said. "He used his changeup well. I will admit he had a little bit more life than I thought." Martinez retired 13 hitters at one point and struck out seven of eight batters.


Phillies | Manuel looking for progress in Pedro’s next couple starts
Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:56:39 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel believes if SP Pedro Martinez makes progress in these next couple starts, he could regularly pitch six or seven innings and throw around 110 pitches each game.


Phillies | Moyer pitches well in relief Tuesday
Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:55:40 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies RP Jamie Moyer pitched six scoreless innings to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks Tuesday, Aug. 18, in relief of SP Pedro Martinez, who had his start ruined because of a rain delay. Martinez gave up one run in three innings in his second start with the team. He also struck out three and retired the last eight hitters he faced. Moyer (11-9) gave up two singles and struck out five in his first relief outing in five years.


Phillies | Pedro wins in return to majors
Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:34:18 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (1-0) allowed seven hits and three runs while walking one and striking out five in five innings to beat the Chicago Cubs Wednesday, Aug. 12. He threw 99 pitches and his fastest pitch was clocked at 92 mph. It was Martinez's 215th career win and his first since Aug. 31 of last year.


Phillies | Pedro activated
Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:34:14 -0700

The Sports Network reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (shoulder) was activated from the 15-day disabled list.


Phillies | Pedro to start Wednesday, Moyer to pen
Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:26:57 -0700

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (shoulder) will make the start Wednesday, Aug. 12, with SP Jamie Moyer being moved to the bullpen.


Phillies | Undecided on Pedro's return
Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:44:46 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Friday, Aug. 7, but the team has not decided when he will join the rotation. He could make his debut with the team Tuesday, Aug. 11, against the Chicago Cubs.

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