Martinez’s job safe for now

Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said second-year manager Dave Martinez’s job is safe for now despite Washington’s sluggish start to the season.

The Nationals, who had lost five straight before defeating Miami on Friday, are 20-31, better than only the Marlins, Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles.

Rizzo said there is blame to go around. Asked specifically about his confidence in Martinez, he said “we’re not making any decisions with a third of the season gone.”

“We’ve got a lot of season left. Davey’s not happy with what’s going on. Nobody’s happy with what’s going on — the fan base, the ownership, and myself,” he added.

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Looking to replenish their depth, the banged-up New York Mets agreed to minor league contracts with veteran outfielder Matt Kemp and pitcher Ervin Santana. Each move is pending a successful physical,