
02-15-2008, 10:47 AM
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The Lizard King
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Early word from Cleveland Indians camp is that 29-year-old catcher Victor Martinez arrived Feb. 5, well ahead of all but a handful of players, and is looking fit and trim.
There has been some concern in the organization about the long-term wear his body takes from catching. But the more people talk about moving him to first base or designated hitter, the more determined Martinez seems to be to stay in shape and the more pride he takes in his ability to catch often.
The early line says manager Eric Wedge will look again for Martinez to catch about 80 percent of the games.
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