Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez will start Monday's game against the Mets in place of injured starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow), according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. General manager John Mozeliak said Martinez would be limited to 50-60 pitches Monday.
Martinez has been pitching in relief all season, totaling a 0-3 record, 4.67 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 30 appearances.