Jose Martinez, baseball player, 2016-2020

Jose Martinez

Born: 7/25/1988 in La Guaira, Vargas, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2016-09-06 | Final Game: 2020-09-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Jose Alberto Martinez

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Biography

Jose Martinez, born in 1988, was a talented position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2016 to 2020. Over the course of his career, he played in 432 games, during which he recorded 360 hits and hit 43 home runs, driving in 182 runs. With a career batting average of .289, Martinez showcased a consistent offensive ability that contributed to his teams' successes. Known for his solid hitting and versatility in the field, he became a reliable asset during his time in the league. Martinez's career was highlighted by his recognition as Rookie of the Month, which underscored his potential and impact upon entering the league. His playing style was characterized by a keen eye for hitting and a knack for getting on base, allowing him to be a productive member of his teams. As a player who navigated the competitive landscape of the late 2010s, Martinez's contributions to the game are remembered for their significance, particularly in an era increasingly focused on advanced metrics and offensive production. He retired from professional baseball on September 24, 2020, leaving behind a legacy of solid performance and versatility at the plate.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
432 1244 170 360 61 3 43 182 7 128 274 0.289 0.356 0.447 0.803 2543.0

Career AVG .289 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — +14.8% above league average.

Career OBP .356 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — +10.6% above league average.

Career SLG .447 vs. league average .422 across their career seasons — +6.0% above league average.

Career OPS 0.803 vs. league average 0.743 across their career seasons — +8.0% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2016 STL NL 12 16 4 7 1 0 0 1 0 2 1 0.438 — — — — 0.0
2017 STL NL 106 272 47 84 13 1 14 46 4 32 60 0.309 .254 (+21%) .324 (+17%) .425 (+22%) .750 (+20%) 1087.0
2018 STL NL 152 534 64 163 30 0 17 83 0 49 104 0.305 .247 (+23%) .318 (+14%) .409 (+12%) .727 (+13%) 1476.6
2019 STL NL 128 334 45 90 13 2 10 42 3 35 82 0.269 .252 (+7%) .322 (+6%) .434 (-6%) .757 (-1%) 2.3
2020 TBR AL 24 67 10 16 4 0 2 10 0 9 20 0.239 .244 (-2%) .321 (+2%) .417 (-7%) .739 (-3%) -22.8
2020 CHC NL 10 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 0.000 — — — — -22.8

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 13 1 7 2 0 0 3 0 3 0.538

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2019 NLCS SLN 4 10 1 5 2 0 0 3 0 2 0.500
2019 NLDS2 SLN 3 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.667

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 124 117 875 49 9 87
OF 169 147 229 6 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 SLN 1B 1 0 4 0 0 0
2016 SLN OF 4 2 2 0 0 0
2017 SLN 1B 33 29 232 16 2 28
2017 SLN OF 40 31 54 0 1 0
2018 SLN 1B 84 84 608 31 7 57
2018 SLN OF 46 42 61 3 0 1
2019 SLN OF 79 72 112 3 3 0
2020 TBA 1B 6 4 31 2 0 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 124
Left Field 35
Right Field 138
Designated Hitter 39

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2017 Rookie of the Month September