signing.Florida’s Port St. Lucie — A $12 million, one-year contract was agreed on Saturday between J.D. Martinez and the New York Mets.
A $2.5 million signing bonus, $2 million this year, and $7.5 million in deferred money, payable in $1.5 million increments on January 15 of each year from 2034 to 2038, are awarded to the 36-year-old designated hitter.
signing.Martinez told reporters in Port St. Lucie, Florida, “luckily enough, I found a place here with New York and one of those last-minute-type things and it worked out.” It makes me happy to be here. I’m ready for the adventure ahead of us, and I know the men are thrilled to have me. I’m also thrilled to just be in the clubhouse with them.”
In just 113 games last season, Martinez hit.271 with 33 home runs and 103 RBIs for the Los Angeles Dodgers, showing good value for the $10 million, one-year contract he signed prior to the season. His availability was limited by back and groin issues, but he added a National League All-Star selection to his five AL All-Star appearances with Detroit.
signing.Martinez claimed that Alonso was a fervent supporter of include him.
Martinez stated he will likely require a minimum of fifteen days to prepare for the season, having waited the entire spring to secure employment. He won’t, therefore, break camp with the Mets in time for Thursday’s Opening Day game against Milwaukee.
It’s not great. Of course I want to leave the squad. I would want to attend. I would want to attend Opening Day. Being a part of that is truly unique,” Martinez remarked. However, I need to prepare my physique. I have to prepare for the season and start my spring training right now. Rushing is the last thing I want to do.
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