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2022 Fantasy Baseball Player Spotlight: Is Nick Martinez the Padres' New Closer?
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Padres' Martinez jokes about giving up number to Soto
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2023 Topps Update (LIVE 10/11) - US10 Nick Martinez - San Diego Padres
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3 players the San Diego Padres can trade while still remaining competitive
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Nick Martinez opting out could mess up Padres' pitching staff
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Nick Martinez, Padres finalize deal that could be worth $25.5M
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San Diego Padres, Major League Baseball, News, Scores, Highlights, Injuries, Stats, Standings, and Rumors
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San Diego Padres relief pitcher Nick Martinez (21) in the second inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski Stock Photo - Alamy
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San Diego Padres - Ready for more Martinez Magic✨ The #Padres have signed Nick Martinez to a three-year contract through the 2025 season. Details: atmlb.com/3AED55D
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Padres notes: Nick Martinez's leeway; close game will bring out different arms; moving up attendance rankings - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Nick Martinez 2023 Highlights (Spring Training)