Blue Jays' Russell Martin: Will receive limited workload

Martin will be eased into spring training by having a limited defensive workload, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet reports.

Analysis:

Manager John Gibbons says the plan is to "make sure he gets enough at-bats" before the season begins, so expect to see him DH during Grapefruit League action. Martin underwent minor knee surgery this offseason, and it appears the organization is exercising caution regarding his return. In addition, the 33-year-old has a built-in break this March when he joins the Canadian WBC team as a coach for a few days. Martin is expected to start Toronto's Grapefruit League game this Sunday, but he should be well rested when the regular season begins.