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All Purpose Pedro's Big Toe Thread

Centerfield Dec 20 2005 02:01 PM

Yes, I think it's important enough for its own thread. http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=2266281

Elster88 Dec 20 2005 02:20 PM

How many of you still aren't bothered by the idea of him participating in the World Baseball Thing? I want the truth.

soupcan Dec 20 2005 02:27 PM

"An Army without leaders is like a foot without a big toe. And Sergeant Hulka isn't always gonna be there to be that big toe for us. I think that we owe a big round of applause to our newest, bestest buddy, and big toe...Sergeant Hulka."

seawolf17 Dec 20 2005 02:46 PM

You can't handle the truth! Elster, we live in a world that has toes. And those toes have to be guarded by doctors with ointments. Who's gonna do it? You? You, soup? The Mets have a greater responsibility than you can possibly fathom. You weep for Pedro and you curse the WBC. You have that luxury. You have the luxury of not knowing what they know: that Pedro's toe injury, while tragic, is probably no big deal. And its existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, only hurts a little bit...You don't want the truth. Because deep down, in places you don't talk about at parties, you want Petey on that team. You need him on that team.

Elster88 Dec 20 2005 02:47 PM

I was hoping for a good movie parody and I got one. Thanks, seawolf.

cooby Dec 20 2005 02:48 PM

It doesn't say what is wrong with it

Centerfield Dec 20 2005 02:55 PM

Awesome wolf. One more: Did you tell A-Rod he couldn't play in the WBC? "I did what I had to do." Did you tell A-Rod he couldn't play in the WBC? "You're God damn right I did!"

Nymr83 Dec 20 2005 04:48 PM

Elster88 wrote: How many of you still aren't bothered by the idea of him participating in the World Baseball Thing? I want the truth. i was bothered by him doing the dominican league crap yoo, i'm bothered by this too. the Mets made a smart move shutting him down early but they totally negated it by allowing him to do anything other than sit on his couch this winter.

seawolf17 Dec 20 2005 04:52 PM

I'm not bothered by the WBC thing. I know there's an injury risk, but (a) there's an injury risk of him getting hit by a meteor also, and (b) he'd be pitching during that time anyway, it would just be in ST games. So I don't really care either way.

Elster88 Dec 20 2005 04:54 PM

seawolf17 wrote: I'm not bothered by the WBC thing. I know there's an injury risk, but (a) there's an injury risk of him getting hit by a meteor also, and (b) he'd be pitching during that time anyway, it would just be in ST games. So I don't really care either way. My regular response to this is: a) The injury risk is much greater from pitching than from meteor strike. b) I'm assuming more effort and exertion in WBC games than ST games.

seawolf17 Dec 20 2005 04:56 PM

And you're right, Elster; either way, I'm not completely opposed to it.

abogdan Dec 21 2005 12:28 AM

I like the odds of him skipping the WBC and being ready for opening day.

Zvon Dec 21 2005 12:31 AM

seawolf17 wrote: You can't handle the truth! Elster, we live in a world that has toes. And those toes have to be guarded by doctors with ointments. Who's gonna do it? You? You, soup? The Mets have a greater responsibility than you can possibly fathom. You weep for Pedro and you curse the WBC. You have that luxury. You have the luxury of not knowing what they know: that Pedro's toe injury, while tragic, is probably no big deal. And its existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, only hurts a little bit...You don't want the truth. Because deep down, in places you don't talk about at parties, you want Petey on that team. You need him on that team. LMAOOOO. CPF laff of the week 4 me. Im old school. I believe if you dont use it, it might fall off. Im referring of course to Pedros arm.

Edgy DC Dec 21 2005 01:12 PM

Is there no treatment available for his toe? Is it not repsonding to any treatment? Do we not have toe specialists? He can have my big toe. I'd be proud. Mutilated, but proud.

Centerfield Dec 21 2005 01:14 PM

Maybe Mackey Shilstone can recommend a colleague.

TheOldMole Dec 21 2005 01:15 PM

To what other purposes can a Pedro's big toe thread be put?

ScarletKnight41 Jan 28 2006 11:12 AM

[url=http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/article.jsp?ymd=20060127&content_id=1302186&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym]Pedro's Toe Problems Caused By Irregular Movement[/url]

Beenso Jan 28 2006 11:38 AM

ESPN - New York Mets ace Pedro Martinez will pitch the rest of his career wearing a special shoe in order to rehabilitate his injured right toe. Martinez announced Friday that Nike is manufacturing a shoe that will allow him to play for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic and with the Mets next season. "I'm waiting for a special shoe, designed by a physician, which Nike is manufacturing so that my foot won't keep bothering me," Martinez told the international channel Color Vision, based in Santo Domingo. "They've got to remove a piece that's under the damaged area to the shoe I used previously," he added. Martinez said the injury emerged from a bad habit he's had during his career, with the final movement he makes when pitching. "By having this irregular movement on my right foot, I've damaged the cartilage of my toe," said Martinez. "The pain became insufferable during the 2004 season, and I had to take a cortisone shot in order to tolerate the pain and be able to help Boston win the World Series. Last year, the pain returned in June, but the doctors recommended that, rather than ignoring the wound by applying cortisone, I rehabilitate the foot instead, which is what we're doing right now." Despite how uncomfortable his right foot felt, Martinez had an auspicious debut with the Mets in 2005, playing the first year of a contract worth $53 million over four seasons. The 34-year-old right-hander was 15-8 with a 2.82 ERA and had 208 strikeouts in 217 innings. Martinez kept the Mets in the fight for a playoff spot until the first week of September. "I have faith in God and I know I'll be ready. I'm being optimistic that I'll be able to play the World Baseball Classic and the 2006 season," said Martinez. During the "Hoy Mismo" interview on Color Vision, Martinez discussed other issues, such as Alex Rodriguez's participation with the United States in the World Baseball Classic, his secret marriage to a journalist, and the cap he'd like his Cooperstown plaque to have if he's inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. "Alex is American because he was born in the United States, but after what Mike Piazza -- a future Hall of Famer, did -- who will be playing for Italy, and Nomar Garciaparra, who will be playing for Mexico, he had an excuse to do the same with the Dominican Republic," said Martinez, referring to Rodriguez's decision to represent the United States and not the Dominican Republic. "Now Alex must prepare for the nasty comments that will arise in the Bronx, where almost half of the citizens are Latino and purely Dominican," he said. "In fact, when Alex gets [to the Dominican Republic], it's possible that not even the reporters will be here to welcome him." Martinez confirmed he took the winter break to marry Carolina Cruz, a Dominican who worked for ESPN, but denied to comment about her private affairs. When he was asked whether he'd like to have his plaque marked with the Boston Red Sox in the Hall of Fame, Martinez said that's something he has to think about. "I've got to see what happens in the next few years with the Mets. Actually I'm grateful to Boston, but also to New York," said Martinez, who confessed he hasn't worn the commemorative ring from the Red Sox's triumph in the World Series two years ago.

metsmarathon Jan 28 2006 12:05 PM

have we updated wifeywatch accordingly?

Yancy Street Gang Jan 28 2006 12:19 PM

ScarletKnight41 wrote: [url=http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/article.jsp?ymd=20060127&content_id=1302186&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym]Pedro's Toe Problems Caused By Irregular Movement[/url] Maybe he should take fiber supplements.

ScarletKnight41 Feb 19 2006 10:30 AM

New York Mets pitcher Pedro Martinez wears a new shoe which has been specially designed to help alleviate pain from his toe. Martinez wore the shoe as he took part in spring training Saturday Feb. 18, 2006 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Rick Silva)

Frayed Knot Feb 19 2006 11:43 AM

I think this whole shoe project is going to give rise to a new Nike slogan: Just RE-Do It!

ScarletKnight41 Feb 22 2006 06:37 PM

]New York Mets pitcher Pedro Martinez checks his specially designed shoe as he throws long toss during baseball spring training in Port St. Lucie Fla., Wednesday Feb. 22, 2006.

metirish Mar 08 2006 03:43 PM

] More progress for Pedro THE ASSOCIATED PRESS March 8, 2006, 2:33 PM EST PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Mets pitcher Pedro Martinez threw his longest bullpen of the spring Wednesday and appears ready to face batters soon. Martinez threw 62 pitches, nearly double his previous high of 34 this year. He removed the two gel pads from his right shoe between his warmup and bullpen session, stating it would help him better understand how his right big toe feels. "It was a really good day," Martinez said. "I felt a little bit uncomfortable but nothing to stop what I'm doing." He worked on location and breaking balls more than he has in his past spring bullpens and felt encouraged. "I could get into a game right now and throw a strike," he said. "but I want to face batters in a bullpen first ... I feel better. To me, it's not an issue whether I pitch opening day or second day." Martinez's right big toe hurts due to the repeated motion of his followthrough. He stopped twice to address the surface of the practice mound with pitching coach Rick Peterson and chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon, and groundskeepers used a large tractor and tiller to break up the sun-baked clay. After Martinez threw his last pitch, Wilpon met with more than half a dozen groundskeepers, including head groundskeeper Tommy Bowes. The group got to work smoothing down the six practice mounds. "The mounds need some work," Wilpon said.

Edgy DC Mar 08 2006 03:55 PM

I think he needs specially designed pants.

Yancy Street Gang Mar 08 2006 04:08 PM

I hope he doesn't need a specially designed mound. They'll do whatever they can at Shea, but the groundskeepers on the road may not be so accomodating.

seawolf17 Mar 08 2006 04:11 PM

Can we find a toe donor somewhere?

Yancy Street Gang Mar 08 2006 04:54 PM

He can have mine!

Edgy DC Mar 27 2006 09:33 AM

Can I breathe now?

metirish Mar 27 2006 09:36 AM

Yes ] "Everything clicked right away," Martinez said. "I was really shocked at how good of command I had, adding and taking off velocity at this stage. It was great." ]I was a little pumped up because I really wanted to get out there, get it out of the way and get back to my normal routine, and hopefully be part of the team once we start," Martinez said. "It was a big load off my shoulders."

Yancy Street Gang Mar 27 2006 09:41 AM

Daily News said this morning that Pedro's being targetted for the third game of the season, on Thursday. Victor Zambrano would go on the second game on Wednesday. (Pretty surprising; I'd have thought that Trachsel would be the guy.) I guess that leaves Trachsel for Friday. Does Glavine get Saturday's start (because of the off-day on Tuesday) or will it be our mysterious, yet-to-be-determined number 5 starter?

Rotblatt Mar 27 2006 11:21 AM

Reports have Petey as working in the mid-80's, topping out at 88 mph. Not bad for late March. Last year, he was in the low-90's, but he hasn't been able to do as much prep work due to his toe. If he can stay in that range all year, I think we'll be very happy. Even when he was in the low 80's at the end of last year, he was deadly. Dude just knows how to pitch.