By Admin | September 30, 2024
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When Edgar Martinez is mentioned in the world of baseball, the word power immediately comes to mind.
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The designated hitter, in only three of his 16 seasons, had had to use the glove on more than 100 occasions.
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However, his ability to hit hard and make good contact dictated that he be in the lineup day after day.
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When you talk about designated hitters, you talk about power and you expect long hits. Currently, the average batting average in MLB is .244.
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Edgar Martinez finished his career with a .312 average and accumulated 309 home runs in 18 years.
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Martinez also spoke about Shohei Ohtani, the sensation who has revolutionized baseball by combining the skills of both an elite pitcher and hitter.
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Martinez confessed that he would never have imagined the award that bears his name, given to the best-designated hitter of each season.
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When discussing the designated hitter's numbers and potential, Martinez couldn't help but mention Ohtani as a favorite for this season's MVP.
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