J.D. Martinez

Martinez had a disastrous 2020 season, during which he slashed just .213/.291/.389 and hit seven home runs. Martinez simply didn't hit the ball nearly as hard as he used to, and hit a ton of fly balls, the combination of which helped to drain his batting average significantly. There's a ton to dislike about last year, but given that Martinez has talked about how much he relies on watching video in-game, and his inability to do so last year because of COVID-19 protocols, it seems likely that you can write off last year to a slump that didn't have time to end. He'll be eligible at utility only, but there's a massive opportunity for profit if you are willing to largely look past 2020.

J.D. Martinez wasn't prepared in 2020

J.D. Martinez noted that he wasn't ready in 2020. Martinez stated he's playing with a chip on his shoulder in 2021.

Fantasy Impact

In 2018 and 2019, J.D. Martinez mashed with power, counting stats, and a high batting average. Then in 2020, Martinez struggled with seven home runs, 22 runs 27 RBI, and one steal with a .213 batting average. We now have reasons explaining his struggles from Martinez. Expect a bounceback season in 2021.