Mets Hire 6-Time All-Star J.D. Martinez as Special Adviser

Martinez joins front office two years after playing for the team

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:38pm

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The New York Mets have hired six-time MLB All-Star J.D. Martinez as a special adviser to their baseball operations department, a source confirmed to ESPN. Martinez, 38, played for the Mets in 2024 and served as a clubhouse leader, but has not officially announced his retirement as a player.

Why it matters

Martinez brings a wealth of experience as a veteran player, including a World Series championship with the Boston Red Sox in 2018. His addition to the Mets' front office provides valuable insight and guidance as the team looks to build on their recent NLCS appearance.

The details

Martinez batted .235 with 16 home runs and a .725 OPS in 120 games for the Mets in 2024. The Boston Globe was first to report the news of Martinez joining the Mets' front office in an advisory role.

  • Martinez played for the Mets in the 2024 season.
  • Martinez has not played since the 2024 season.

The players

J.D. Martinez

A six-time MLB All-Star who won the 2018 World Series with the Boston Red Sox. He played for the Mets in 2024 and is now joining their front office as a special adviser.

Carlos Beltran

A Hall of Fame outfielder who spent seven seasons with the Mets and is now a special assistant to the president of baseball operations for the team.

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The takeaway

Martinez's addition to the Mets' front office brings valuable experience and leadership as the team looks to build on their recent success and make another run at the playoffs.