Pedro Still Hurt?

[love_that_reefer]

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=2266281

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic -- Pedro Martinez's right toe still hurts after nearly three months of rest.

The New York Mets' ace said Monday night that he has used a protective shoe but still feels a little pain.

"This worries me a little because generally by this time of the year I'm already throwing," he said at a dinner held for major league players by Dominican Republic President Leonel Fernandez.

The 34-year-old right-hander went 15-8 with a 2.82 ERA last season, his first with the Mets. Martinez still hopes to pitch in the inaugural World Baseball Classic.

"I want to participate and, if were up to me, I'm 100 percent committed to the classic and to the Dominican Republic, but it will depend on my health," he said.

Martinez was pleased with the offseason moves made by Mets general manager Omar Minaya.

"Now, more than ever I'm proud to play for Omar Minaya because he's managed to strengthen the team and helped us get the opportunity to win," he said.

Whatta little *****. Sounds like Shaq.

[Providence A's]

poor Pedro...the Yankees should kiss his toe and make it better since they're his Daddy.