J.D. Martinez Prepares for Professional Pickleball Career Post-Baseball

The six-time MLB All-Star has signed with JOOLA to train and compete in professional pickleball tournaments after retirement.

J.D. Martinez, a six-time MLB All-Star and current free agent, has announced plans to pursue a professional pickleball career after retiring from baseball.
Martinez has signed an exclusive deal with JOOLA, a pickleball and table tennis equipment manufacturer, to support his transition to the sport.
He is currently training with professional pickleball player Eric White, who praised Martinez's potential and enthusiasm for the game.
Pickleball, a rapidly growing sport in the U.S., combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis and has attracted investments from celebrities and athletes in recent years.
Martinez, known for his competitive spirit, views pickleball as a long-term endeavor and has already built a court at his home to hone his skills.