Pedro Martínez, MLB Dominican Immortal: “He was able to penetrate many hearts”

In an interview with Ricardo López Juárez, the legendary Pedro Martínez explains how he went from being one of the greatest Latin pitchers in history to mentoring many younger ballplayers. The Dominican, who is in the Cooperstown Hall of Fame, admits that his vision has changed since he became a television analyst with TBS and [..]

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Baseball Legend Pedro Martinez Recalls Red Sox Fans’ ‘Long Years of Suffering’ at ‘Bucky F—ing Dent’ Premiere (Exclusive)

Pedro Martinez is happy to be part of “the fun times” of Boston sports history. On Saturday, Martinez, 51, attended the world premiere of David Duchovny‘s new movie Bucky F—ing Dent at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, where he caught up with PEOPLE about his memories of baseball’s iconic rivalry between the Boston Red Sox [..]

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Pedro Martínez on Talking Trash, Pitching in the Steroid Era, and Becoming the Charles Barkley of Baseball

On the mound, Pedro Martínez was a master. His tools: a power fastball, a generational changeup, pinpoint control, oh so many arm angles, and a nastiness to let every hitter know the inner half of the plate was his. In a post-game presser, he was nearly as memorable. (Who can forget, “What can I say? [..]

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“Baseball Is Just Beautiful”: Pedro Martinez on MLB’s New Era, and Why the Sport Is More than Math

Fresh off an exhilarating World Baseball Classic, and with Opening Day now here, the sport’s most compelling commentator weighs in on the new pitch clock (he loves it), analytics (not so much), the Astros cheating scandal (“People need to move on”), and eternal Hall of Fame debates (let Pete Rose in!).    Pedro Martinez‘s broadcasting career [..]

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MLB great Pedro Martínez wants Dominicans to seek opportunities beyond baseball

Hall of Fame baseball player Pedro Martínez sits down for an interview with The Hill in at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Legendary Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martínez rose out of poverty after he and his brother were spotted by baseball scouts in the outskirts of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. [..]

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Pedro Martinez visits East Boston High School students

The World Series champion provided an inspiring message to the East Boston school.

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Baseball stars, Boston legends and other celebrities attend 6th annual Pedro Martinez Foundation gala

A Boston Red Sox legend spent Friday night giving back at the 6th annual gala for the Pedro Martinez Foundation.

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Now accepting applications for the Pedro Martinez Foundation 2020 Boston Marathon® Team

The Pedro Martinez Foundation is an official charity partner of the John Hancock® Non Profit Program. Race date: Patriot’s Day Monday April 20, 2020 You can be part of Pedro’s Team two ways. Charity Entry and I need a bib. Raise $10,000 for The Pedro Martinez Foundation by April 17th, 2020. Registered Runners – I[...]
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Boston Back to School Drive

We are honored to be able to make an impact towards education in the city of Boston. Take a look at our recent Back to School Drive held in Mattapan, MA
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Red Sox Attend 3rd Annual Pedro Martinez Foundation Gala

Red Sox legend Pedro Martinez signed autographs and took pictures Friday night at his Pedro Martinez Foundation Gala at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston. The event was the place to be, with several Red Sox players in attendance fresh off of the team’s World Series win. “It is exciting but I’m tired, I’m so tired![...]
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Pedro Martinez Foundation Making a Difference

Hall of Fame Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez and his wife, Carolina, have spent the last 11 years working to help children in the Dominican Republic…read more
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Pedro Martinez Foundation Third Annual Gala Video

Watch highlights, smiles, and a heartfelt speech by Pedro Martinez during his Third Annual Gala in November 2018 to raise awareness and funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation.  
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Pedro Martinez Moves Back to Boston

Pedro and his wife, Carolina, have spent the last 11 years working to help children in the Dominican Republic. As the work of the Pedro Martinez Foundation expands, Pedro and Carolina move back to Massachusetts. Watch the story.
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Talking the 2018 Post Season

Pedro joins the New England Sports Network to share his thoughts on the Post Season line ups, as well as the upcoming Pedro Martinez Foundation Gala.
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Gearing Up For Feast With 45

Pedro and Carolina have been busy! As more than 45 of the best chefs in Boston prepare for a night at Fenway Field, Pedro and Carolina have had the opportunity to share about the second annual fundraising event. Tickets are still on sale and can be purchased here.
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Providing over 1200 children toys for the 2017 holiday

We are so honored every year to do a toy drive for children!  This year we had our annual toy drive on December 20, 2017, and were able to give 1250 children a toy and a delicious meal.  Thank you for your support – enjoy a handful of photos from the joyous event.
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Providing batteries to Puerto Rico

In the aftermath of 2017’s Hurricane Maria, we came to the aid of our friends in Puerto Rico. Because of your generosity, we were able to gift much needed batteries and materials to support their recovery efforts and bring citizens much needed relief after a powerful storm. Thank you for your support!
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Running for a great cause

The Pedro Martinez Foundation has three runners in the Boston Marathon this year.  The marathon is this April 16, 2018 and will be held in the beautiful and historic city of Boston.  Please support our runners by donating on their Crowdrise page.  All donations will be supporting the work we do with children and families[...]
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Pedro Martinez Foundation 2017 Gala

The Pedro Martinez Foundation had an amazing Gala event on Friday, November 3 2017 in Boston at the Colonnade Hotel.  It was a star studded night and all for a great cause to help children in need.
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Summer fun at the Foundation

The Pedro Martinez Foundation recently held a summer camp for our kids, providing a festive, fun atmosphere where carefree play could happen that built self esteem, community and anticipation for the long summer days!

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A Night with Pedro Martinez

Pedro and Carolina Martinez hosted an event to benefit the Pedro Martinez Foundation at the Colonnade Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts on November 4, 2016.
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Pedro Martinez building hope in the Dominican

EL MAMON, Dominican Republic — Pedro Martinez wraps his long, elegant fingers around the handle of a Stanley hammer, grabs a nail, and starts pounding away. He’s helping rebuild a rusty tin-and-plywood shack for an old woman who raised six children there by herself. For Martinez, who had five brothers and sisters, it is a[...]
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One Miracle Season

A great Vanity Fair article that recounts the drama of the Boston Red Sox’ 2004 World Series run. Read the article.
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