Report: Blue Jays fire hitting coach Martinez

The Toronto Blue Jays are parting ways with hitting coach Guillermo Martinez after six seasons, sources told Sportsnet's Shi Davidi.

The Blue Jays struggled offensively this campaign, ranking 23rd in the league in runs scored and 26th in home runs. The club also finished below average in OPS.

Martinez oversaw strong offensive seasons as Toronto's hitting coach before the club regressed over the past few years.

Year	Runs	HR	OPS
2024	671	156	.702
2023	746	188	.746
2022	775	200	.760
2021	846	262	.796

The Blue Jays posted a 74-88 record in 2024 to finish in the AL East basement for the first time since 2013.

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