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Pedro Martinez, SP, free agentHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsRangers | Interested in Martinez? The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo reports that the Texas Rangers have been rumored to be interested in free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies) by several unnamed baseball sources. Phillies | Interested in Pedro The News Journal's Scott Lauber reports the Philadelphia Phillies are interested in re-signing SP Pedro Martinez. MLB | Pedro wants more than Penny Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies) reportedly wants more than what the St. Louis Cardinals gave SP Brad Penny earlier this offseason. Penny signed a one-year deal worth $7.5 million, plus incentives that could push the contract to $9 million if he pitches 205 innings or more. Mets | Deny pursuing Martinez Updating a previous item, The New York Daily News' John Harper is reporting the New York Mets were quick to refute a report claiming they have interest in bringing back free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies), saying they have no such intention. "There's no truth to it," a Mets official said Monday, Dec. 21. "There are no discussions going on (regarding Martinez)." Mets | Considering Pedro? ESPNews reports the New York Mets are considering signing free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies). Phillies | Pedro would like to return The Associated Press reports free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies) said that he is eager to return to the Philadelphia Phillies for the 2010 season. Martinez said the Phillies "treated me very well and they were very professional. They will always have the door open." He has also shown interest in playing for the Licey Tigers in the Dominican Winter League. MLB | Martinez has lost 16 pounds since conclusion of World Series ESPNBoston.com's Gordon Edes reports that free-agent SP Pedro Martinez (Phillies) lost 16 pounds in the first month after the World Series while still battling flu symptoms. He had a 101-degree fever and spent some time lying on a table in the clubhouse before starting Game 6 of the World Series, but pitched because manager Charlie Manuel had no other options. "Everybody had it," Martinez said of the flu. "(Joe) Blanton. (Shane) Victorino." Martinez said he experienced an asthma-like attack in the first inning and had trouble breathing in the cold weather. Cubs | Interest in Martinez 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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. | Feature LinksStay on top of what matters to you FREE Fantasy Baseball
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