Pedro Martinez (neck) is playing it smart. Since his neck isn't 100 percent and the Phils have a comfortable lead in the division, he won't start Saturday.

Kyle Kendrick will start in his place.

Martinez told media member just before batting practice that he wasn't going to risk it if he felt anything while playing catch during BP. He said he wants to be 100 percent come playoff time.


Martinez could pitch Sunday or Monday, depending on how his health progresses.

More from Martinez in tomorrow's Daily Times... or on delcotimes.com