CINCINNATI — The Arizona Diamondbacks are struggling on offense, but they acquired a big-time bat on Tuesday night.
Arizona traded three prospects to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for outfielder J.D. Martinez, who was among the most sought-after bats leading up to the July 31 trade deadline.
“We’re real excited because we know what he’s capable of,” said D-backs manager Torey Lovullo. “I’ve watched him for many years in the American League. He’s a special bat. He’ll fit right in. Excited to get him in there and get started.”
Martinez is expected to join the D-backs on Wednesday in the middle game of a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park.