J.D. Martinez

Professional Baseball Player (Designated Hitter/Outfielder)

American Miami, FL

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Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Baseball Player (Designated Hitter/Outfielder)
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth21/08/1987
Age38 years
BirthplaceMiami, FL

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJulio Daniel Martinez
NicknameFlaco

Physical Stats & More

Height6'3"
Weight230 lbs
Bats/ThrowsRight/Right

Family

Parents
  • Julio Martinez
  • Mayra Martinez
Ethnic DescentCuban

Career

Draft2009, Houston Astros, 20th round, 611th overall
MLB Debut30/07/2011 (Houston Astros)
Teams Played For
  • Houston Astros
  • Detroit Tigers
  • Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Boston Red Sox
  • Los Angeles Dodgers
  • New York Mets
Key Achievements
  • Houston Astros Minor League Player of the Year (2010)
  • MLB All-Star (2018, 2022)
  • Career Stats (as of latest): .283 AVG, 331 HR, 1071 RBI
  • 2x AL Silver Slugger
  • World Series Champion (2018)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. First Nova Southeastern University player to reach MLB.
2. NSU all-time leader: 32 career HR, .394 batting average (2nd), 142 RBI (3rd).
3. Signed by Detroit Tigers on minor league contract in 2014, quickly promoted after strong performance.
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