Is Fernando Martinez Ready To Start For The Mets?

Ron Ghilino by Contributor Written on January 22, 2009
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Fernando Martinez had been ranked No. 16 on the list of MLB prospects according to ESPN.com. That is down from No. 10 last year.

Fernando has amazing potential and I think it may be time for him to display it at CitiField this year. The Mets are still concentrating on their pitching needs...why not bring Martinez up and let him play?

The big concern in his short career has been injuries. At a similar age, Jose Reyes was injury prone too. Will Tatis/Murphy be a better solution? I don't see Manny in our future either.

Here is a list of the Mets top 5 prospects:

New York Mets
1. Fernando Martinez, RF
2. Wilmer Flores, SS
3. Brad Holt, RHP
4. Jon Niese, RHP
5. Bobby Parnell, RHP

The Mets need to get Fernando Martinez playing for the big club this season.

Vote Now! - Author Poll

What is the best solution for the Mets in LF?

  • Tatis/Murphy
  • Fernando Martinez
  • Murphy
  • Manny
  • Other
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Results - Author Poll

What is the best solution for the Mets in LF?

  • Tatis/Murphy

    15.0%
  • Fernando Martinez

    17.5%
  • Murphy

    10.0%
  • Manny

    55.0%
  • Other

    2.5%
  • Total votes: 40
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