Reds' RHP Nick Martinez opts for free agency

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Right-hander Nick Martinez, Cincinnati's strongest starting pitcher over the final two months of the 2024 season, declined his player option with the Reds and will become a free agent.

Also electing to test the free-agent market are pitcher Jakob Junis, infielder Ty France and outfielder Nick Martini, while the Reds re-signed left-handed reliever Brent Suter, a hometown product, t