The Toronto Blue Jays are releasing hitting coach Guillermo Martinez after six seasons, according to sources cited by Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi.
This season, the Blue Jays faced offensive difficulties, placing 23rd in the league for runs scored and 26th in home runs, with an OPS that was below average. Martinez had previously guided the team through some successful offensive seasons, but the team’s performance has declined in recent years.
| Year | Runs | HR | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 671 | 156 | .702 |
| 2023 | 746 | 188 | .746 |
| 2022 | 775 | 200 | .760 |
| 2021 | 846 | 262 | .796 |
The Blue Jays finished the 2024 season with a 74-88 record, ending up at the bottom of the AL East for the first time since 2013.