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RHP Nick Martinez agrees to a $13 million, 1-year contract with the Rays, AP source says

The Tampa Bay Rays have added Nick Martinez, agreeing to a $13 million, one-year contract with the veteran right-hander

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Rays agree to deal with swingman Martinez (report) Veteran right-hander Nick Martinez has agreed to a contract with the Rays, according to a report from MLB Network insiders Jon Heyman and Jo...

22 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Signs with Tampa Bay The Rays signed Martinez on Monday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.

Impact Martinez will turn 36 years old later this summer and pitched in 40 games for the Reds last season, making 26 starts. He posted a 4.45 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 116:42 K:BB across a career-high 165.2 innings. Capable of starting or working out of the bullpen, Martinez will likely be given a chance to win a spot in the Rays' rotation this spring.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Giolito vs. Framber Valdez (and more): Weighing the Tigers' remaining options Framber Valdez, Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt, Nick Martinez, and Jose Quintana are all on the Tigers' radar. Which should they sign?

FEBRUARY 2 • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Orioles pursuit of Framber Valdez ignores veteran arm who's a better clubhouse fit The Baltimore Orioles have been continually linked to Framber Valdez, but free-agent pitcher Nick Martinez could be the better fit.

JANUARY 27 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM

Most interesting Tigers free agency rumor in weeks surfaces as pitching staff could get boost The Tigers reportedly interested in Nick Martinez and José Quintana as the offseason winds down.

JANUARY 24 • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Cincinnati Reds and pitcher Pierce Johnson complete $6.5 million, 1-year contract

Right-hander Pierce Johnson and the Cincinnati Reds have completed their $6.5 million, one-year contract

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

3 MLB Free Agent Fits for Los Angeles Dodgers After Signing Edwin Díaz

After signing their new closer in Edwin Díaz, here are three MLB free-agent fits for the reigning World Series champion Dodgers.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

3 MLB Free Agent Fits for Los Angeles Dodgers After Signing Edwin Díaz

Nick Martinez Landing Spots: 3 top teams suited for Team USA vet after 2 seasons with Reds Nick Martinez might not be the top player arriving in free agency, but he’s the kind of starter that contenders regularly argue over in the...

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

4 players accept QO: Biggest surprise, effect on FA market and more Prior to 2025, of the 144 players who had received qualifying offers, only 14 had accepted -- roughly 10 percent \-\- including just one pla...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • MLB.COM

Reds free agent Nick Martinez projected to get a bigger contract than you'd think | Sporting News Baseball is doing just fine.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

How Cincinnati Reds payroll obligations break down entering pivotal offseason Nick Martinez, Emilio Pagán are Cincinnati Reds free agents. Three players are under contract for 2026: Hunter Greene, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Jose...

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • CINCINNATI.COM

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Shines as Dodgers Sweep Reds to Reach NL Division Series

Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out nine as the Dodgers eliminated the Reds to advance to the National League Division Series.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Shines as Dodgers Sweep Reds to Reach NL Division Series

Reds All-Star Andrew Abbott doesn't face Dodgers, and Nick Lodolo throws 14 pitches Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo threw 14 pitches in Game 2 before giving way to Nick Martinez against the Dodgers.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • CINCINNATI.COM

Yoshinobu Yamamoto shines as Dodgers sweep Reds to reach NL Division Series

Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out nine as the Los Angeles Dodgers advanced to the National League Division Series

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

'It's just a merry-go-round' Dodgers hammer Reds' Nick Martinez in Game 2 6th inning "It's just a merry-go-round of all this talent and ability all through this lineup," ESPN analyst Doug Glanville said during the broadcast.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • CINCINNATI.COM

Reds earn 1st playoff berth since 2020 as they capitalize on Mets' big fade

The Cincinnati Reds are back in the playoffs for the first time since 2020 after overtaking the New York Mets for the National League’s third and final wild card on the season’s fi...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Surging Reds blank Cubs, move into tie for NL wild card spot

The surging Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Sunday and moved into a tie with the New York Mets for the final wild card spot in the National League

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Fernando Tatis Jr.'s 10th-inning sacrifice fly lifts the Padres to a 4-3 win over the Reds

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to bring in Jake Cronenworth and the San Diego Padres beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-3

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Blue Jays tie season-high with five homers in 13-9 win over Reds

George Springer had one of Toronto’s five home runs as the Blue Jays rallied from five runs down to beat the Cincinnati Reds 13-9

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Back in bullpen over weekend Martinez retired the lone batter he faced in relief and collected his second hold of the season in Sunday's 7-4 win over the Cardinals.

Impact Martinez had made four straight appearances as a starter from Aug. 9 through Aug. 26, but his last two outings have come out of the bullpen. Though the Reds scratched Nick Lodolo (illness) ahead of Tuesday's 12-9 loss to the Blue Jays, Martinez wasn't called upon for a spot start, as Cincinnati instead had Scott Barlow open the contest before he was followed by five other relievers. Cincinnati could consider moving Martinez back into the rotation if Lodolo ends up requiring a stint on the injured list, though the expectation at this time is that Lodolo will be ready to go the next time the Reds need a fifth starter.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes 10th loss Martinez (10-10) allowed four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three over 5.1 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers.

Impact In what was likely the last chance to maintain a rotation spot, Martinez didn't put forth a good performance in a tough matchup. He faded in the sixth inning and took his first loss since July 8 versus the Marlins. He's had mixed results in August, allowing 14 runs (13 earned) over 23.1 innings across five appearances (four starts). Martinez is at a 4.67 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 108:36 K:BB through 150.1 innings over 29 outings (26 starts) this year. He'll likely cede his spot in the rotation to Nick Lodolo (finger), who is expected to return from the injured list to start Wednesday's series finale in Los Angeles.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes 10th loss Martinez (10-10) allowed four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three over 5.1 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers' winning streak continues behind Clayton Kershaw against Reds

Clayton Kershaw pitched five innings of one-run ball, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 6-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Dodgers host the Reds on 4-game home win streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Cincinnati Reds looking to extend a four-game home winning streak

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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