Buck Martinez Biography

Buck Martinez an American journalist and sportscaster currently serving at Rogers Sportsnet for the Toronto Blue Jays as the television play-by-play announcer. Martinez since officially joining in 2010 has been a part of the network. He is a former manager and baseball catcher. Buck played for 17 seasons in Major League Football. During his time as a player, He played on various teams including the Toronto Blue Jays, the Milwaukee Brewers, and Kansas City Royals.

Buck Martinez Age

Martinez was born in Redding, California, in the United States of America, on November 7, 1948. He is 72 years old and on November 7 every year celebrates his birthday.

Buck Martinez Height

Martinez stands at a moderate height of 5 ft 8 inches/approx. 1.72 m tall.

Buck Martinez Education

Martinez attended Elk Grove High School in California for his high school diploma and later joined Sacramento City College for his further studies. However, He later joined the University of Sacramento State.

Buck Martinez Family

Martinez likes to keep his life private away from the limelight concerning his family members and siblings. Though research information regarding his father, mother, and siblings is in progress and we shall update you on his family as soon as Buck reveals the details to the public.

Buck Martinez Wife

He is married to his better half and loving wife Arlene Martinez. The couple since they wedded each other in 1975 has been living under the same roof. Currently, the duo has one son namely Casey Martinez. Presently, the family lives in Florida, New Port Richey.

Buck Martinez Children

Arlene and Buck are proud parents of one handsome son called Casey Martinez.

Buck Martinez Salary

Buck Martinez receives an annual salary of $10,000 – $100,000. This is according to Rogers Sportsnet anchors/reporters.

Buck Martinez’s Net worth

Martinez has an approximated net worth of $1 million – $5 million.

Buck Martinez Career

Originally, Buck Martinez played as a free agent for the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1968 rule 5 draft before he was drafted by the Houston Astros. However, he was later traded to the Kansas City Royals. in 1969. In 1977, He played his first MLB game. However, four years later, Buck Martinez was traded on May 10, 1981, to the Toronto Blue Jays. After his severe injury, He eventually retired after hitting .181 in 81 games and tried a comeback in 1986.