No, Pedro Martinez hasn't demanded an extension from the Mets (though it's very possible that it's been discussed internally), however according to a report in the New York Post today, Pedro's agent, Fernando Cuza seems to be laying the groundwork for negotiations in the not-too-distant future.
The acquisition of Santana has left an already barren farm system utterly devoid of good young arms. As the roster stands today (plus Santana), Mike Pelfrey looks to be the guy who will shuttle between AAA and Shea this season whenever El Duque or Pedro are forced to miss a start. There surely will not be a spot for El Duque in the rotation beyond this season, at which point the team will hope Pelfrey can prove a capable 5th starter in the majors. However, face facts: With Pelfrey still a question mark, Duque almost certainly departing, and Oliver Perez an impending free agent, the Mets need Pedro in 2009 and beyond.
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