J. Martinez's daughter born in Venezuela

I'm grateful to have paternity leave so I can be home for my daughter's birth. I miss my team and it’s a big series for us, but this is a major life occurrence. I’m proud to partner with @DoveMenCare on Father’s Day to champion paternity leave #DoveMenPartner #DearFutureDads pic.twitter.com/fgtgPCyD6A

Martinez has missed the Cardinals' series with the Cubs but is expected to return to the team for their game Monday in Philadelphia. He is hitting .321 with 10 home runs.

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