Mets fans were counting on him.
Pedro Martinez left Tuesday's game in the fourth inning with an apparent leg injury.
Martinez appeared to strain a groin or a hamstring muscle while delivering a pitch against the Marlins. He gave up four runs in 3 1/3 innings before departing. If he needs a DL stint, the Mets could bring Orlando Hernandez back early or go to Jorge Sosa for a spot start. Apr. 1 - 8:34 pm et

Pedro Martinez left Tuesday's game in the fourth inning with an apparent leg injury.
Martinez appeared to strain a groin or a hamstring muscle while delivering a pitch against the Marlins. He gave up four runs in 3 1/3 innings before departing. If he needs a DL stint, the Mets could bring Orlando Hernandez back early or go to Jorge Sosa for a spot start. Apr. 1 - 8:34 pm et