MLB Rumors: J.D. Martinez Has Contract Offers from Mets, Angels; Both Too Low for DH

Former Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez received contract offers from the New York Mets and Los Angeles Angels, both of which were "too low for his liking," per The New York Post's Jon Heyman.

Martinez, who is coming off a one-year, $10 million deal with the Dodgers, reportedly declined a $15 million bid from the San Francisco Giants. While he may not get the number from another team, Heyman noted that he's looking to get close.

Last season, Martinez had 117 hits, 33 home runs and 103 RBI.

According to Spotrac, the 36-year-old has a market value of $15.4 million. Martinez, a three-time Silver Slugger Award winner, was named an All-Star for the sixth time in his career last year.

For the Angels, Martinez could help fill the void that Shohei Ohtani left by joining the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani had 44 homers and 95 RBI last year. While Martinez wouldn't bring everything Ohtani provided, he could give Los Angeles a much-needed boost on offense.

The Mets have no clear option at designated hitter, likely looking to a combination of Mark Vientos, Starling Marte and DJ Stewart, per The Athletic's Will Sammon. If New York landed Martinez, it would have an answer for its designated hitter spot and another weapon on offense.

If either team wants a shot at landing Martinez though, they will likely have to be willing to raise their offer.