What more can you say about J.D. Martinez? The veteran slugger has been an absolute machine in his first season with the Boston Red Sox, as he’s batting .328 with 34 home runs and 97 RBIs through 114 games. After the Red Sox’s extra-innings win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday, Martinez was asked if the American League MVP award has crept into his mind at all this season, but the two-time All-Star quickly put that idea to rest while explaining where his head is at. To hear from Martinez, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United
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Nathan Eovaldi, J.D. Martinez Discuss Red Sox’s 4-1 Win Over Yankees
The Boston Red Sox continued rolling Saturday, winning their third straight game against the New York Yankees 4-1 at Fenway Park. Nathan Eovaldi was stellar on the mound in his second start in a Boston uniform, tossing eight scoreless innings. Meanwhile, J.D. Martinez and Mitch Moreland paced the Sox offense, with each blasting home runs. After the game, Eovaldi and Martinez discussed the victory and what has been working well for the Red Sox. To hear what they had to say, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. < !-... NESN.com
Martínez Munuera ready for final step on U19 journey
Juan Martínez Munuera has taken charge of matches involving Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in Spain's La Liga, but on Sunday he has his biggest assignment yet, when he referees the UEFA European Under-19 Championship final.For the 36-year-old Spaniard from Benidorm the match between Italy and Portugal in Seinajoki will be his fifth at the tournament in Finland, two of which have been as referee."For me, it has been a great experience," Martínez Munuera told UEFA.com. "Under-19 matches can be some of the most challenging games in terms of mental focus, because while the players are well-disciplined and also have a high skill level, they are still
J.D. Martinez Offers Practical Prediction For Red Sox-Yankees AL East Battle
The Boston Red Sox were the best team in baseball during the first half of the season, posting a Major League Baseball-best 68-30 record. But despite their blistering start, the Red Sox were unable to put away the rival New York Yankees who sit 4 1/2 games back at 62-33. The two clubs will play 10 times during the second half of the season, including a three-game series to end the regular season at Fenway Park. Boston and New York have shown that they are two of the best teams in the league this year and there’s no doubt that the battle for the American League East crown likely will go down to the
Red Sox Now: Mookie Betts And J.D. Martinez Making Home Run Derby Bids
Germany’s Martinez equals UEFA finals scoring record
Shekiera Martinez's nine goals in helping Germany finish runners-up at the UEFA European Women's Under-17 Championship in Lithuania equals a record for a UEFA football final tournament.Having struck six goals in the group stage, only one off the record for any UEFA final tournament, the 16-year-old FFC Frankfurt striker managed a hat-trick in the semi-final with England to take her tally to nine. That equalled the record number of goals in a UEFA final tournament jointly held by Michel Platini at EURO '84 and Elena Danilova at 2005 Women's U19 EURO.Martinez, who does not turn 17 until July and has already played in three top-flight
David Ortiz, Pedro Martinez Share Expectations For 2018 Red Sox
Three of the best players in Boston Red Sox history are excited about the team’s future. David Ortiz and Jason Varitek were just two of a number of notable guests at the second annual Pedro Martinez Charity Gala on Friday night. The three former Red Sox still are involved with the organization and have high hopes for the 2018 club. To hear what Ortiz, Varitek and Martinez are expecting from the Red Sox next season, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com