Pedro open to Mets, relief role

Jim Baumbach is in Puerto Rico covering the World Baseball Classic and got a chance to chat with Pedro Martinez.

Via The Final Score:

"If they want a fifth starter, I've been there. I don't know how much they want me but I'm available," Martinez said. "That's all I can say. But at the same time, I'm available for every team out there."

Martinez, who threw three scoreless innings against the Netherlands on Saturday, also said he's open to being a reliever, though it's not his preference.

What really needs to be known is if he's open to the minor league, just to be waiting in the wings for an injury.

The Mets really have nothing holding them back. It's a no-lose situation.