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John Albert Martinez Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 7, 2026: By Dominic Newman

John Albert Martinez is an American journalist and color commentator for Sportsnet.

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Best Known For:Blue Jays Central
Breakthrough:Transitioned to a successful broadcasting career following a 17-season MLB playing career in 1987

10 Quick Facts About John Albert Martinez

  • Full Name: John Albert Martinez
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Media Personality
  • Known For: Blue Jays Central
  • Current Role: Color Commentator
  • Current Employer:Sportsnet
  • Age: 77 years old
  • Date of Birth: November 7, 1948
  • Place of Birth: Redding, California
  • Marital Status: Married

John Albert Martinez Age

John Albert Martinez is about 78 years old as of 2026. John Albert Martinez was born in 1948.

John Albert Martinez Height

John Albert Martinez stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.

John Albert Martinez Weight

John Albert Martinez weighs around 86 kilograms. This is approximately 190 lbs.

Education

He attended Sacramento City College.

  • Sacramento City College

Career & Work

John Albert Martinez's career includes sports broadcasting roles with Sportsnet and Toronto Blue Jays.

Organization: Sportsnet
Role: Color Commentator
Period: 2010–Present
Details: Toronto · Toronto Blue Jays broadcasts
Organization: Toronto Blue Jays
Role: Manager
Period: 2001–2002
Details: Toronto
Organization: Kansas City Royals
Role: Catcher
Period: 1969–1977

Rise to Fame

John Albert Martinez rose to prominence for his role on the television show Blue Jays Central.

Notable Works

Notable media work includes Blue Jays Central.

Other

  • Work: Blue Jays Central (Commentator, 2010–Present)

John Albert Martinez Family & Relationships

John Albert Martinez is married to Arlene Martinez. He has 1 child, including Casey Martinez.

  • Children:
    • Casey Martinez

Personal Information

  • Full Name: John Albert Martinez
  • Popular As: Buck Martinez
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Media Personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: November 7, 1948
  • Age: 77
  • Birthday: November 7
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Place of Birth: Redding, California

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 10 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Arlene Martinez

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $51K – $213K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $425K – $4.3M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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  • Arlene Martinez (Spouse • Wife)

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