Tigers have to thank goodness – and the Avila clan – for the contributions of J.D. Martinez – Macomb Daily

Tigers' J.D. Martinez, right, is congratulated by Alex Avila (13) after scoring in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park in Detroit Monday Sept.

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J.D. Martinez has defied low expectations to become important Tigers slugger - Vintage Detroit Collection

Tigers' J.D. Martinez, right, is congratulated by Alex Avila (13) after scoring in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park in Detroit Monday Sept.

Tearful departure: Tigers trade J.D. Martinez to Diamondbacks

Tigers' J.D. Martinez, right, is congratulated by Alex Avila (13) after scoring in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park in Detroit Monday Sept.

Tigers' J.D. Martinez is likely on the trade block this offseason - Bless You Boys

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