The New York Mets have no interest in signing free-agent pitcher Pedro Martinez, according to a person with direct knowledge of the Mets’ plans (via Andy Martino, New York Daily News).

Martino goes on to say that even with Martinez out of the team’s plans, club officials recognize the rotation is the most in need of help from outside the organization.

The Mets have been in contact with several teams about pitching, but all talks have been preliminary. Roy Oswalt has been mentioned as a possibility, and Oswalt is willing to waive his no-trade clause if he’s dealt to a contender. The only problem is his price. Oswalt is currently making $15 million in 2010, $16 million in 2011 and there is a $16 million team option for 2012 with a $2 million buyout.