ST. LOUIS – A key component from the Mets’ surprise 2024 season is returning to the organization in a different capacity.
J.D. Martinez will assume an advisory role with the Mets, according to an industry source, giving him access to at least a few of the same players who were his teammates two years ago.
Most notably, Martinez developed a bond with Mark Vientos, who emerged to have a breakout season and help carry the Mets to Game 6 of the NLCS.
Other remaining players from Martinez’s one season in Queens include Francisco Lindor, Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty.
Martinez, 38, joins Hall of Famer Carlos Beltran among high-profile former Mets with an advisory role with the club. Martinez hit 331 homers over his 14-year major league career and produced an .863 OPS.
The Boston Globe first reported the Mets’ hiring of Martinez.