Mets Seal $12M Deal with Slugger J.D. Martinez for DH Power Boost
March 23, 2024The New York Mets have signed J.D. Martinez to a one-year contract worth $12 million.
The deal includes a $2.5 million signing bonus and $7.5 million in deferred money.
Martinez is expected to contribute as a power hitter and share the designated hitter role.
He had a notable previous season with the Dodgers, batting .271 with 33 home runs and 103 RBIs.
At 36, Martinez adds experience and a proven track record to the Mets' lineup.
The Mets are embracing a strategy of rotating players in the DH position.
Summary based on 6 sources
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The Guardian • Mar 22, 2024
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