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Red Sox slugger J.D. Martinez joins elite company with 35 HR, 100 RBI season

J.D. Martinez has been one of the best run producers in baseball over the last few years. Since joining the Boston Red Sox last season, his accomplishments at the plate have placed his name alongside some of the greatest hitters in franchise history.

Martinez delivered a base hit up the middle to drive in Mookie Betts in the fourth inning of Monday night’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The RBI tallied in that at-bat was noteworthy for being Martinez’ 100th of the season to go along with his 35 home runs.

The All-Star slugger led the majors with 130 RBI last season and finished second with 43 homers.