Martinez saw his five-year, $110 million contract with the Red Sox expire after the 2022 campaign, and at first, there seemed to be a possibility he would remain in Boston for a few more years. But the Miami native ended up preferring the Dodgers’ one-year, $10 million offer even if it meant taking a pay cut.

Now, during an appearance on “The Bradfo Sho” podcast, Martinez decided to let everyone know why he made this decision.

“I wanted a team that was going to be in October, be in the swing of things all year, and give me a chance to win,” Martinez said. “I didn’t want to get stuck with the Red Sox getting the guy they wanted and me left (feeling) wondering where I was going to go.”

If Martinez is looking to play baseball in October, there is hardly a better place than the Dodgers. The LA team hasn’t missed the playoffs since 2012 and has had three World Series appearances in the past six seasons.

The Red Sox, on the other hand, seem to be in a rebuilding phase. They finished last in the AL East last season with a 78-84 record and are not expected to get back on the winning ways anytime soon.

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Martinez signed a five-year, $110 million contract with the Red Sox in 2018 under which he could opt out following the end of 2019 season. By not opting out, the 32-year-old will earn $23.75 million next season. He also has opt-outs for 2021 and 2022, when he is scheduled to earn $19,375,000 in each season.

“J.D. has advised me that his decision is about assuring that he plays for a competitive team and wanting to continue to play in a place where he knows that he can be highly productive,” – said Boras.

J.D. Martinez played a crucial role in Red Sox’s World Series run in 2018, when he led the team in home runs (43), RBIs (130) and hits (188). He hasn’t been as effective in 2019 due to injury struggles but still managed to put on an All-Star-worthy season with 36 homers.

Prior to arriving in Boston, Martinez also played with Houston Astros, Detroit Tigers, and Arizona Diamondbacks. He has three career All-Star appearances and three Silver Slugger Awards. His career MLB stats include .294 batting average, 231 home runs, and 711 RBIs.

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Martinez saw his five-year, $110 million contract with the Red Sox expire after the 2022 campaign, and at first, there seemed to be a possibility he would remain in Boston for a few more years. But the Miami native ended up preferring the Dodgers’ one-year, $10 million offer even if it meant taking a pay cut.

Now, during an appearance on “The Bradfo Sho” podcast, Martinez decided to let everyone know why he made this decision.

“I wanted a team that was going to be in October, be in the swing of things all year, and give me a chance to win,” Martinez said. “I didn’t want to get stuck with the Red Sox getting the guy they wanted and me left (feeling) wondering where I was going to go.”

If Martinez is looking to play baseball in October, there is hardly a better place than the Dodgers. The LA team hasn’t missed the playoffs since 2012 and has had three World Series appearances in the past six seasons.

The Red Sox, on the other hand, seem to be in a rebuilding phase. They finished last in the AL East last season with a 78-84 record and are not expected to get back on the winning ways anytime soon.

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Martinez signed a five-year, $110 million contract with the Red Sox in 2018 under which he could opt out following the end of 2019 season. By not opting out, the 32-year-old will earn $23.75 million next season. He also has opt-outs for 2021 and 2022, when he is scheduled to earn $19,375,000 in each season.

“J.D. has advised me that his decision is about assuring that he plays for a competitive team and wanting to continue to play in a place where he knows that he can be highly productive,” – said Boras.

J.D. Martinez played a crucial role in Red Sox’s World Series run in 2018, when he led the team in home runs (43), RBIs (130) and hits (188). He hasn’t been as effective in 2019 due to injury struggles but still managed to put on an All-Star-worthy season with 36 homers.

Prior to arriving in Boston, Martinez also played with Houston Astros, Detroit Tigers, and Arizona Diamondbacks. He has three career All-Star appearances and three Silver Slugger Awards. His career MLB stats include .294 batting average, 231 home runs, and 711 RBIs.

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