J. D. Martinez
Born: 8/21/1987 in Miami, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-07-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Julio Daniel Martinez
Biography
J. D. Martinez is a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, born in 1987. Since making his debut on July 30, 2011, he has established himself as one of the premier hitters of his era. Over the course of his career, Martinez has played in 1,642 games, accumulating 1,741 hits, 331 home runs, and 1,071 RBIs, while maintaining a solid batting average of .283. His offensive prowess is complemented by his ability to contribute on the base paths with 26 stolen bases.
Martinez's excellence has been recognized with six All-Star selections, highlighting his consistent performance and impact on the game. Known for his powerful swing and keen batting eye, he has been a key figure in the evolution of hitting strategies in modern baseball, particularly during an era characterized by a focus on power hitting and run production. As he continues his active career, J. D. Martinez remains a significant contributor to his team's success and a respected figure in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1642 | 6152 | 897 | 1741 | 390 | 24 | 331 | 1071 | 26 | 601 | 1714 | 0.283 | 0.348 | 0.516 | 0.863 | 21891.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 53 | 208 | 29 | 57 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 35 | 0 | 13 | 48 | 0.274 | 72.3 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | 113 | 395 | 34 | 95 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 55 | 0 | 40 | 96 | 0.241 | -381.1 |
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 86 | 296 | 24 | 74 | 17 | 0 | 7 | 36 | 2 | 10 | 82 | 0.250 | -580.4 |
| 2014 | DET | AL | 123 | 441 | 57 | 139 | 30 | 3 | 23 | 76 | 6 | 30 | 126 | 0.315 | 2356.8 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 158 | 596 | 93 | 168 | 33 | 2 | 38 | 102 | 3 | 53 | 178 | 0.282 | 2587.9 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 120 | 460 | 69 | 141 | 35 | 2 | 22 | 68 | 1 | 49 | 128 | 0.307 | 2072.5 |
| 2017 | AZ | NL | 62 | 232 | 47 | 70 | 13 | 1 | 29 | 65 | 2 | 24 | 74 | 0.302 | 1914.3 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 57 | 200 | 38 | 61 | 13 | 2 | 16 | 39 | 2 | 29 | 54 | 0.305 | 1914.3 |
| 2018 | BOS | AL | 150 | 569 | 111 | 188 | 37 | 2 | 43 | 130 | 6 | 69 | 146 | 0.330 | 4854.3 |
| 2019 | BOS | AL | 146 | 575 | 98 | 175 | 33 | 2 | 36 | 105 | 2 | 72 | 138 | 0.304 | 2988.1 |
| 2020 | BOS | AL | 54 | 211 | 22 | 45 | 16 | 0 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 22 | 59 | 0.213 | -342.6 |
| 2021 | BOS | AL | 148 | 570 | 92 | 163 | 42 | 3 | 28 | 99 | 0 | 55 | 150 | 0.286 | 2096.7 |
| 2022 | BOS | AL | 139 | 533 | 76 | 146 | 43 | 1 | 16 | 62 | 0 | 52 | 145 | 0.274 | 1207.6 |
| 2023 | LAD | NL | 113 | 432 | 61 | 117 | 27 | 2 | 33 | 103 | 1 | 34 | 149 | 0.271 | 1547.7 |
| 2024 | NYN | NL | 120 | 434 | 46 | 102 | 24 | 1 | 16 | 69 | 0 | 49 | 141 | 0.235 | 219.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 137 | 16 | 39 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 24 | 42 | 0.285 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS1 | NYN | 4 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2024 | NLCS | NYN | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2024 | NLWC1 | NYN | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2023 | NLDS2 | LAN | 3 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.200 |
| 2021 | ALDS2 | BOS | 3 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0.467 |
| 2021 | ALCS | BOS | 6 | 17 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 0.235 |
| 2018 | ALCS | BOS | 5 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0.278 |
| 2018 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0.357 |
| 2018 | WS | BOS | 5 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 0.278 |
| 2017 | NLWC | ARI | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLDS1 | ARI | 3 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.364 |
| 2014 | ALDS2 | DET | 3 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 852 | 836 | 1438 | 51 | 25 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | HOU | OF | 52 | 52 | 93 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2012 | HOU | OF | 100 | 97 | 131 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | HOU | OF | 70 | 67 | 98 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | DET | OF | 111 | 107 | 198 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 | DET | OF | 148 | 147 | 265 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| 2016 | DET | OF | 118 | 118 | 201 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2017 | ARI | OF | 60 | 60 | 99 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | OF | 53 | 52 | 98 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 | BOS | OF | 57 | 57 | 116 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | BOS | OF | 38 | 37 | 67 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| 2020 | BOS | OF | 6 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | BOS | OF | 36 | 35 | 63 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | LAN | OF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 367 |
| Right Field | 500 |
| Designated Hitter | 648 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Player of the Week | Week of 2024-06-16 |
| 2023 | Player of the Week | Week of 2023-09-23 |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-10-04 |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-04-10 |
| 2018 | Hank Aaron Award | |
| 2018 | MLB Players Choice Player of the Year | |
| 2018 | Player of the Month | August |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-05-19 |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-08-11 |
| 2018 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2018 | Silver Slugger | DH |
| 2018 | TSN All-Star | DH |
| 2017 | Player of the Month | September |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-07-15 |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-09-16 |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-05-20 |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-09-09 |
| 2015 | Player of the Week | Week of 2015-07-05 |
| 2015 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-06-22 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | DET | AL | $6,750,000 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | $483,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $10,233,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Southeastern University | Fort Lauderdale | FL | 2007, 2008, 2009 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 1.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 198.0 | 420 | 1 |
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 11.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 18.0 | 420 | 0 |