Martinez gives the Mets' lineup another proven power source behind slugger Pete Alonso one week before Opening Day. Coming off a frustrating 2022 season with the Red Sox, he had an All-Star season with the Dodgers in 2023.
More and more teams have preferred to cycle every-day position players through the designated hitter spot to give them lighter workdays. But Martinez has proved to be a good enough hitter to hold down the role himself.
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