Mets Hire J.D. Martinez as Special Adviser

Former All-Star slugger joins Mets' front office in non-playing role

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:03pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball player's batting stance broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes in the Mets' team colors of blue, orange, and white.The Mets' hiring of veteran slugger J.D. Martinez as a special adviser reflects the team's efforts to leverage experienced voices in their front office.NYC Today

The New York Mets have hired former All-Star outfielder J.D. Martinez as a special adviser to their baseball operations department. Martinez, who played for the Mets' National League East rival Boston Red Sox from 2018 to 2022, will take on a non-playing role with the organization as they look to build on an offseason that saw them add several key players like Bo Bichette and Freddy Peralta.

Why it matters

The Mets are hoping Martinez's experience and expertise as a veteran hitter can provide valuable insights to their front office as they look to construct a winning roster under new manager Carlos Mendoza. Martinez's hiring represents the latest front office move by the Mets as they aim to return to the playoffs after missing out in 2025.

The details

Martinez will serve as a special adviser to the Mets' baseball operations department, providing the organization with his perspective and analysis on player personnel decisions, roster construction, and other strategic matters. The 34-year-old spent the last five seasons with the Red Sox, making the All-Star team in 2018 and 2021 while helping the team win the World Series in 2018.

  • The Mets announced Martinez's hiring on March 31, 2026.

The players

J.D. Martinez

A former All-Star outfielder who played for the Boston Red Sox from 2018 to 2022 and will now serve as a special adviser to the New York Mets' baseball operations department.

Bo Bichette

An infielder the Mets acquired this offseason to bolster their roster.

Freddy Peralta

A pitcher the Mets added to their pitching staff this offseason.

Carlos Mendoza

The new manager of the New York Mets.

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What they’re saying

“J.D.'s experience and expertise as a veteran hitter will be invaluable to our front office as we continue to build a roster capable of competing for championships.”

— Billy Eppler, Mets General Manager

What’s next

The Mets will look to integrate Martinez into their baseball operations department and leverage his insights as they make roster decisions ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Mets' hiring of J.D. Martinez as a special adviser represents their continued efforts to strengthen their front office and build a championship-caliber team, tapping into the veteran slugger's experience and expertise to help guide their personnel moves.