GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said Martin (back) could be a bit behind the other pitchers when spring training begins, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said Martin (back) could be a bit behind the other pitchers when spring training begins, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

Analysis:

Martin was shut down while pitching in winter ball due to a back problem. The Phillies are hoping Martin is able to regain the high-90s velocity that he displayed a few years back before suffering a shoulder injury.