D’backs get big bat: Tigers’ Martinez

The Diamondbacks acquired Tigers star J.D. Martinez for three prospects Tuesday, hoping to solidify a trouble spot in the outfield with a needed righthanded bat for a playoff run.

Martinez, who is making $11.75 million this year and can become a free agent after the season, acknowledged he would likely be traded with the Tigers sliding from contention. The former All-Star is hitting .305 with 16 homers and 39 RBIs.

“You knew it was going to happen,” said Martinez, 29. “It’s definitely tough. I love this orclubhouse, ganization. I love the fans. I love everything in Detroit. That’s home. I’ve always said that.”

But as the Diamondbacks try to hold down the top spot in the NL wild-card race, their desire to make a playoff push led them to Martinez, who provides exactly what they needed.

“We’re excited to add a middle-of-the-order corner outfielder to our lineup,” said Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen, adding that he might not be done dealing.

Martinez is expected to take over the left-field job from Yasmany Tomas.

“It’s going to be weird — a new new players,” Martinez said. “They’ve got a great team over there. I’m just hoping to go over there and hop on their train and just do what I can to help.”

Tigers GM Al Avila said more trades were possible. Closer Justin Wilson has been drawing plenty of attention, and the club is hoping to shed payroll.

The Tigers received Double-A infielder Dawel Lugo, switchhitting infield Sergio Alcantara and shortstop Jose King. Lugo is a sterling defensive third baseman, Alcantara is an athletic shortstop and Avila called King “an exciting prospect.”