Free agent pitchers Nick Martinez and Erick Fedde have reached agreements with new clubs, according to multiple reports. Martinez is set to join the Tampa Bay Rays, while Fedde is heading to the Chicago White Sox.
The transactions were first reported by Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman of the New York Post and subsequently confirmed by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. These moves mark significant additions to the American League as teams continue to bolster their pitching rotations ahead of the upcoming season.
Martinez, 33, has proven to be a highly versatile asset over the past two seasons with the San Diego Padres. During his tenure in San Diego, he oscillated between the starting rotation and the bullpen, providing valuable depth. He now joins a Tampa Bay Rays organization widely recognized for its ability to maximize the performance of veteran pitchers.
Fedde, 30, makes his return to Major League Baseball after a historic 2023 campaign in the KBO League with the NC Dinos. Fedde dominated the Korean circuit, earning the KBO MVP award and the Choi Dong-won Award. His signing represents a key rotation piece for a Chicago White Sox team looking to stabilize its pitching staff.
Financial details and contract lengths for both players have not yet been officially announced. Both pitchers must pass physical examinations before the contracts are finalized.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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