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Martinez opts out of contract with Padres to become free agent
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San Diego Padres 2023 Preview: Odds, Win Total, Predictions
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Nick Martinez returns to Padres on 3-year, $26 million deal - NBC
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Juan Soto will buy Nick Martinez 'something' to wear No. 22 with
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Padres have finalized Nick Martinez contract - Gaslamp Ball
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Lining up behind Nick Martinez in - San Diego Padres
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Padres' Martinez jokes about giving up number to Soto
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Nick Martinez, Padres finalize $26 million, 3-year contract
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Padres Face Tough Question with Nick Martinez's Contract Situation
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Padres retain Nick Martinez on a three-year deal
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Nick Martinez leaves Team USA at WBC, returns to Padres camp - NBC
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MLB Rumors: Nick Martinez, San Diego Padres agree to four year
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Nick Martinez Fantasy Baseball Projections: Is the Veteran a Solid
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Padres notes: Nick Martinez's leeway; close game will bring out