Nick Martinez

The Tampa Bay Rays plan to use Nick Martinez exclusively as a starter this season.

Fantasy Impact

Martinez split time between the rotation and bullpen with the Cincinnati Reds last season, posting a 4.45 ERA and 1.21 WHIP. He has moved between starting and relieving throughout his career, but the plan for the Tampa Bay Rays is to use him exclusively as a starter. In that role, he owns a career 4.59 ERA with 470 strikeouts across 702 innings pitched.

Nick Martinez has agreed to a deal with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Fantasy Impact

The deal is pending a physical, and while the details of the contract are not clear, it does seem like Martinez is headed to Tampa. The veteran righty pitched 165 innings with a 4.45 ERA in 2025, both out of the bullpen and as a starter.

The Tigers are among the teams who have expressed interest in free agent right-hander Nick Martinez.

Fantasy Impact

The free agent market has been slow for Martinez. He'll likely look to sign with a team soon with spring training right around the corner.

Nick Martinez allowed one earned run on two hits and one walk while striking out seven over six innings in Wednesday's defeat against the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s performance, Martinez holds a 4.59 ERA and 1.20 WHIP with 10 wins and 9 losses across 25 starts this season. His next start will take place on the road against the Dodgers.

Nick Martinez allowed five earned runs on nine hits while striking out one over just 2.2 innings in Friday's loss to the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s performance, Martinez now holds a 4.73 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP with a 10-9 record across 24 starts this season. He has 98 strikeouts in 139 innings of work on the year.