Brewers face the Reds with 2-1 series lead
The Milwaukee Brewers bring a 2-1 lead into the next game of the series against the Cincinnati RedsAPRIL 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NICK MARTINEZ #28 - PITCHER - CINCINNATI REDS
10-7 W-L •
1.03 WHIP •
3.10 ERA
10-7 W-L
1.03 WHIP
3.10 ERA
Allows five runs in no-decision Martinez gave up five runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out six over five innings in a no-decision against the Mets on Saturday.
Impact Martinez looks antsy on the mound with his unique, fidgety setup, and he's made fantasy managers antsy so far with eight earned runs allowed on 14 hits through two starts (10 innings). While he doesn't have overpowering stuff, Martinez has a number of different offerings in his repertoire and he's willing to challenge hitters in the strike zone. The Reds are expected to get Nick Lodolo (leg) back next week, which could push Andrew Abbott out of the rotation. Another option would be to transition Martinez to a long-relief/swingman role.
APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE
Mets face the Reds leading series 1-0
The New York Mets meet the Cincinnati Reds with a 1-0 series leadAPRIL 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reds and Nationals square off with series tied 1-1
The Cincinnati Reds and Washington Nationals play on Sunday with the three-game series tied 1-1MARCH 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Locked into rotation spot Reds manager David Bell said Monday that Martinez (ribs) is locked into a rotation spot, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Impact That's assuming Martinez's rib issue is indeed minor as the team suspects. He joins Frankie Montas, Hunter Greene and Graham Ashcraft in the rotation, with Andrew Abbott and Brandon Williamson (shoulder) in the mix for the fifth spot, at least until Nick Lodolo (lower leg) is ready. Signed to a two-year, $26 million contract in November, Martinez officially has just five Cactus League innings under his belt this spring but has yielded only one unearned run with a 7:1 K:BB over that time. Just nine of Martinez's 63 appearances last season came as a starter, but he posted a 2.32 ERA and 37:18 K:BB over 42.2 frames in those outings.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
Saturday outing not a given Reds manager David Bell said Friday that Martinez (rib) is not a lock to start Saturday as previously anticipated, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Martinez has pitched through a rib issue in his last couple Cactus League appearances, but he was scratched from a scheduled start Thursday, throwing long-toss instead. The pitcher doesn't feel any pain while on the mound but is in some discomfort doing day-to-day things. If Martinez does start Saturday, it could be either a Cactus League game or minor-league contest. The Reds believe he'll be ready for the start of the season.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Pushed back two days Martinez's next Cactus League appearance has been pushed back from Thursday to Saturday because of a rib injury, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Reds manager David Bell said that Martinez "may have a rib out of place," but the right-hander was still able to play long-toss Thursday and will start in a couple days. At this point, it doesn't sound like an injury to be concerned about. Martinez has allowed one unearned run with a 7:1 K:BB over five innings this spring. He's expected to open the season in Cincinnati's rotation.
MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE
Reds introduce new arms Pagán, Martinez at Redsfest CINCINNATI -- It worked well for the Reds that at the opening of Redsfest on Friday, they could officially show off their latest free-agent...
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • MLB.COM
Reds finalize $26M, 2-year contract with Nick Martinez and $16M, 2-year deal with Emilio Pagán
The Cincinnati Reds finalized a $26 million, two-year contract with pitcher Nick Martinez and a $16 million, two-year deal with reliever Emilio PagánDECEMBER 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reports: Reds set to sign RHP Nick Martinez to 2-year, $26M deal Aug 8, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Diego Padres starter Nick Martinez (21) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Seat...
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Reds to sign pitchers Nick Martinez, Emilio Pagan The Cincinnati Reds agreed to sign right-handed pitchers Nick Martinez and Emilio Pagan.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Agrees to terms with Cincinnati Martinez agreed to a two-year, $26 million contract with the Reds on Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Martinez opted out of the final two years of his contract with the Padres in early November and will head to Cincinnati on a deal that includes an increased salary and an opt-out after the 2024 campaign. The right-hander was reliable in San Diego over the past two seasons, posting a 3.45 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 216.2 innings over 110 appearances (19 starts). Although he converted just nine of his 16 save chances, he picked up 23 holds, including a career-high 15 last year. The Reds already have one of the top closers in baseball in Alexis Diaz, and they signed Emilio Pagan to a one-year, $8 million contract Wednesday. Pagan should be available as a setup man, and Cincinnati has been rumored to be in the market to acquire several other pitchers during the offseason. However, Martinez could also see some setup duties ahead of Diaz and will also be available to serve as a starter or long reliever when needed.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
K's eight in win Martinez (6-4) earned the win Friday, allowing two hits and two walks over five scoreless innings against the White Sox. He struck out eight.
Impact In throwing his longest outing since April 19, Martinez was highly effective in allowing only four baserunners and striking out eight to pick up the win Friday. He allowed Tim Anderson to lead off the game with a single and closed out his appearance by stranding a runner on third to close the fifth but retired 11 straight at one point to help keep the White Sox at bay. The versatile Martinez contributed 110.1 quality innings for the Padres, starting nine games while compiling six wins, 15 holds and one save with a 3.43 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 106 strikeouts.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Goes four scoreless innings Martinez allowed two hits and three walks while striking out three over four scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Saturday.
Impact Martinez and Pedro Avila again worked in tandem, though Martinez threw 62 pitches to Avila's 47 and enjoyed better results. Through 14 innings in September, Martinez has allowed just one run while posting a 15:4 K:BB. He's at a 3.59 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 98:38 K:BB through 105.1 innings overall, and he's added a save and 15 holds while primarily working as a long reliever this season. If the Padres opt to stick with the tandem strategy for their fifth-starter spot, Martinez would be projected for a road outing versus the White Sox during the final series of the regular season.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets starting chance Saturday The Padres list Martinez as their probable starting pitcher for Saturday's game against the Cardinals at Petco Park.
Impact San Diego hasn't formally clarified its pitching plans for Saturday, but Martinez will likely be deployed in tandem with Pedro Avila after that pairing worked successfully this past Sunday in Oakland. In the Padres' 10-1 win over the Athletics, Martinez opened the game with five strikeouts over three scoreless, one-hit frames, while Avila followed with the exact same pitching line. Martinez could add an inning or two to his workload Saturday, though Avila would probably be the pitcher most likely to pick up a win if he ends up being available in bulk relief.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fires three strong innings Martinez allowed just one hit and struck out five over three scoreless innings as Sunday's opener against the Athletics.
Impact Martinez allowed a first inning single to Zack Gelof and otherwise held the Athletics in check. Martinez hadn't reached three innings since Aug. 8 and his 40 pitches were the most he's thrown since he tossed 59 in two innings Aug. 19. His five strikeouts were also the most he's thrown since rung up five batters back on April 29. Martinez continues to be deployed in a number of ways out of the Padres' bullpen. He now has a 3.73 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 95:35 K:BB in 101.1 innings.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Opening Sunday's game Martinez will serve as the Padres' opening pitcher for Sunday's game at Oakland.
Impact Martinez has already made six starts this season, but he hasn't recorded more than nine outs in any appearance since April 19 and most recently pitched Wednesday, when he tossed an inning out of the bullpen. The Padres aren't likely to ask Martinez to work more than 1-to-3 innings before he turns the game over to Pedro Avila, who is expected to operate as a bulk reliever after starting in his last four appearances.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tosses three scoreless innings Martinez allowed four hits and a walk while striking out one over three scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Tuesday.
Impact Martinez started for the sixth time this season, including the second time within a week. He's pitched eight scoreless innings over three appearances in August, though Tuesday's outing was a bit less steady than his previous two. The right-hander is at a 3.55 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 75:28 K:BB through 83.2 innings this season. He's also picked up a save, 14 holds and a 5-4 record while primarily serving as a reliever.
AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could make start Tuesday Martinez (5-4) earned the win over the Dodgers on Saturday, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out one batter over two scoreless innings. After the game, Padres manager B...
Impact Martinez came through with two effective frames Saturday and picked up the victory when the Padres rallied for seven runs in the eighth inning. The right-hander's previous outing was a spot start in Colorado on Wednesday, when he allowed just one hit and struck out three batters over three scoreless frames. Martinez was limited to 38 pitches in that outing, as he was filling in for an injured Joe Musgrove (shoulder) and wasn't built up to anywhere near a full workload. After throwing 22 pitches in relief Saturday, Martinez would presumably be working in a short-inning opener capacity again if he does start Tuesday against the Mariners. The veteran hasn't thrown more than 50 pitches in any appearance since a seven-inning, 97-pitch start way back on April 19 against Atlanta.
AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Draws spot start Wednesday Martinez will start Wednesday's game against the Rockies at Coors Field after Joe Musgrove was scratched due to "minor" right shoulder soreness, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-T...
Impact Martinez was part of the Padres' Opening Day rotation and has made four starts this season, but he's worked out of the bullpen exclusively since late April and made one-inning appearances Sunday and Monday. As such, Martinez won't be especially well rested ahead of the spot start, and the Padres may end up treating the series finale in Colorado as more of a bullpen day. San Diego could call up another pitcher from the minors to provide length behind Martinez, but no such transaction has been announced yet.
AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pounced on by Pirates Martinez allowed five runs on four hits and a walk without retiring a batter during Pittsburgh's defeat of San Diego on Wednesday.
Impact Martinez entered in the seventh inning with the game still very much in reach for the Padres, who were down 2-1 at the time. However, things quickly got out of hand for the veteran hurler, as he allowed all six hitters he faced to reach base on four singles, a walk and a hit-by-pitch. Martinez had been one of San Diego's most reliable relievers over the first two months of the campaign, but he's taken a step back in June with a 9.26 ERA and 1.89 WHIP over 11.2 innings across 11 appearances.
JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes loss Tuesday Martinez (3-3) was tagged with the loss and a blown save Tuesday against the Giants, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk over 1.2 innings.
Impact Martinez entered with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning with two runners on base. He retired David Villar to escape the threat, but Martinez game up a game-tying solo shot to Joc Pederson leading off the eighth and allowed two of the three batters he faced in the ninth to reach base. One of those scored the winning run, tagging Martinez with the loss. Tuesday's performance was the second straight for Martinez in which he's been charged with two runs, but his ERA still sits at a respectable 3.30 on the campaign. He's added a 1.27 WHIP, 46:20 K:BB, nine holds and one save over 28 outings.
JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Notches third win Martinez (3-2) earned the win Tuesday against Miami, allowing a hit and a walk in a scoreless inning.
Impact Martinez has been solid this month, pitching to a 1.69 ERA across 16 innings in May. The 32-year-old right-hander isn't overtaking Josh Hader for the closing job in San Diego, but he's been their top setup option and should see an expanded role with Luis Garcia (oblique) sidelined. Martinez sports a 2.76 ERA with a 1.18 WHIP and 37:17 K:BB this season.
MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Snags first save Martinez picked up the save in Saturday's 16-11 victory over San Francisco, as he delivered two shutout innings.
Impact Martinez began the season as a starter, but has moved to the bullpen with Joe Musgrove back in the rotation. He was the most dominant pitcher for either team in a slugfest, as he struck out five of the six batters he faced. The save is likely to be an anomaly, as the Padres scored four ninth-ninth inning runs to eliminate the need for Josh Hader. Martinez has five shutout innings as a reliever this season.
APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns win in long relief Martinez (2-1) earned the win over Chicago on Wednesday, allowing three hits and striking out two batters over three scoreless frames.
Impact Martinez came on in relief of Michael Wacha in the sixth inning and provided a bridge to closer Josh Hader, keeping Chicago off the board over three frames. Martinez tossed 34 of 50 pitches for a strike in his first appearance out of the bullpen this season. The right-hander began the campaign as a starter but was moved to a relief role when Joe Musgrove came off the IL on April 22.
APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
