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J.D. Martinez

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The Resume

    (August 21, 1987- )
    Born in Miami, Florida
    Birth name is Julio Daniel Martinez
    Outfielder/designated hitter for the Houston Astros (2011-13), Detroit Tigers (2014-17), Arizona Diamondbacks (2017) and the Boston Red Sox
    Silver Slugger Award winner (2015, 2018 x2)
    World Series champion (2018)
    American League Hank Aaron Award winner (2018)

Why he might be annoying:

    He goes by his initials.
    He was initially drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 2006, but refused to sign a contract with them.
    He suffered a fractured elbow, after he crashed into a wall making a catch (2016).
    His tenure with the Diamondbacks lasted only 62 games.
    He wore his full name (albeit with initials) for most of his career.

Why he might not be annoying:

    He is of Cuban descent.
    He is the first player in major league history to win two Silver Slugger Awards in the same season, albeit at different positions.
    He was the first alumnus from Nova Southeastern University to reach the majors.
    He is the 18th player in major league history to hit four home runs in a single game.
    He opted to take less money twice to remain with the Red Sox.

Credit: Eddie Burphy


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 10 Votes: 50.0% Annoying