Martinez was a consistent hitter and was a two-time American League batting champion with a career batting average of .312 and 309 home runs. He was an eight-time All-Star and won five Silver Slugger awards. He was also a two-time winner of the AL Outstanding Designated Hitter Award.
Martinez was even more beloved for his clutch performances. He was known for his ability to hit in the clutch, and he earned the nickname "The King of Clutch" for his ability to deliver in the most important moments. In 1995, Martinez hit a double in the 11th inning of game 5 of the American League Division Series, which allowed the Mariners to advance to the American League Championship Series with a 6-5 victory.
Martinez was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, and his No. 11 was retired by the Seattle Mariners. He is remembered as one of the greatest hitters of all time and his legacy will live on for years to come.
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