Nelson Cruz
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Nelson Ramón Cruz Martínez, nicknamed "Boomstick", is a Dominican-American former professional baseball designated hitter and right fielder. He played in Major League Baseball for the Milwaukee Brewer
Cruz with the Seattle Mariners in 2015
Cruz (right) with the Rangers in 2009
Cruz with the Orioles in 2014
Cruz with the Mariners in 2017
Edgar Martínez Award
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The Edgar Martínez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award, commonly referred to as the Edgar Martínez Award and originally known as the Outstanding Designated Hitter Award, has been presented annually to
The award was renamed in honor of Edgar Martínez, a five-time winner, upon his retirement.
Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda was the first winner of the award.
David Ortiz won the award eight times.
Shohei Ohtani won five consecutive awards from 2021 to 2025