4/2/08

Figgy on the road

Pedro Martinez must be heading to the DL, no matter what the results of his MRI are, because his replacement, Nelson Figueroa, is almost in Miami.

Figueroa who is heading over from New Orleans, should be with the team within the hour.

Alright, Mr. Figgy, here's your chance to shine. Figueroa hasn't pitched in the majors since he appeared in 10 games for the Pirates in 2004. He posted a 5.72 ERA in 28 1-3 of an inning, allowing 32 hits, walking 11 and striking out 10.

Pedro's MRI results are due out later today.