J.D. Martinez tells The Post he has no interest in being Mets’ next manager: ‘I like my freedom’
J.D. Martinez is receiving his baseball fix as a Mets special assistant and isn’t in a hurry to increase that workload.
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exclusive New York Mets J.D. Martinez tells The Post he has no interest in being Mets’ next manager: ‘I like my freedom’ By Mike Puma Published July 3, 2026, 9:29 p.m. ET New York Met J. D. Martinez smiles while speaking with the media. Corey Sipkin for the NY Post ATLANTA — J.D. Martinez is receiving his baseball fix as a Mets special assistant and isn’t in a hurry to increase that workload. Access the Mets beat like never before Don’t miss Mike Puma’s text messages from Queens and beyond — he’s giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Mets. Sign up Now The former Mets DH told The Post on Friday that he’s not interested in becoming the team’s next full-time manager.
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