When he retired in 2018, he was 7th among all active players in RBIs (1,178).Ĭareer Cleveland Indians (2002–2009) He finished runner-up for the American League Most Valuable Player award in 2014. He won the Silver Slugger Award twice, and the Edgar Martínez Award once. After joining the Tigers, he played mostly as a designated hitter. Martínez played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Cleveland Indians, Boston Red Sox, and Detroit Tigers. Víctor Jesús Martínez (born December 23, 1978), also known by his nickname 'V-Mart', is a Venezuelan former professional baseball designated hitter and catcher. September 22, 2018, for the Detroit Tigers September 10, 2002, for the Cleveland Indians
