Mets' J.D. Martinez opens up about overcoming personal adversity

More From Steve Serby Kayvon Thibodeaux sets sights on sack record alongside 'Spider-Man' Brian Burns Kenny Albert opens up about Rangers, Knicks evoking 1994 memories NFL power rankings: Where all 32 teams stand after 2024 draft The Mets' late spring free-agent addition J.D. Martinez takes a swing at some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby. Q: What is the biggest adversity or obstacle you had to overcome? A: I think it's when I hurt my foot in 2017. Q: You thought your career was over in 2017? A: Yes. … I tore my Lisfranc. I missed seven weeks of the season. … It was very depressing. It was very scary. It was my free agency year. Q: How did you get through it? A: Praying. Being with my family