J.D. Martinez
Definition
J.D. Martinez (born Julio Daniel Martinez, August 21, 1987) is an American professional baseball designated hitter and outfielder, currently with the New York Mets of Major League Baseball (MLB).
A prolific power hitter known for his breakout seasons with the Detroit Tigers, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Boston Red Sox, Martinez has also played for the Houston Astros, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets, earning multiple All-Star selections and a World Series championship with the Dodgers.
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J.D. Martinez launched a moonshot homer that had the Citi Field crowd chanting his name like he just invented baseball.
Pitchers see J.D. Martinez digging in at the plate and suddenly remember they left the stove on at home.
With J.D. Martinez swinging for the fences, the Mets' lineup turns into a highlight reel faster than you can say 'shift ban'.
J.D. Martinez proved late bloomers can still steal the show, turning journeyman status into MVP contention overnight.