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Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen Finally Speaks Out on Ketel Marte Drama

The Arizona Diamondbacks are dealing with a situation involving second baseman Ketel Marte for the second time in two seasons. Earlier this week, Marte was an unexpected no-show to Fenway Park in Boston.

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Giants Claim Philip Abner

The Giants have claimed left-hander Philip Abner off waivers from the Diamondbacks and optioned him to Triple-A Sacramento, per Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / New Baseball Media / August 19

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The Arizona Diamondbacks have done well over the last few years in adding homegrown talent. During the 2026 MLB Draft, the club added more upside, headlined by former Arkansas standout catcher Ryder Helfrick.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 19

D-backs GM Mike Hazen breaks silence after Ketel Marte incident

Ketel Marte’s unexpected no-show from the Arizona Diamondbacks’ series opener against the Boston Red Sox created an immediate cloud of uncertainty around one of the franchise’s most important players.

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Nolan Arenado Back in D-backs' Lineup vs Red Sox After Injury Concern

The Arizona Diamondbacks, after losing back-to-back games to the Boston Red Sox in ugly fashion the past two days, will look to salvage Wednesday afternoon's finale matchup and avoid a potential sweep.

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Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 19

Agent: D-backs' Ketel Marte dealing with knee injury, 'personal matter'

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte, who left the team unannounced Monday, is dealing with a personal issue as well as a knee injury, his agent confirmed Wednesday through MLB Network.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / August 19

Ketel Marte’s agent provides an update on the All-Star after sudden absence

PHOENIX — For the first time since his unexpected absence from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, Ketel Marte has offered an update on his situation — even if the message came through his agent.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Field Level Media / August 19

Resurgent Red Sox aim to derail Brandon Pfaadt's strong run for D-backs

Something has to give when one of the hottest pitchers in baseball faces a smoldering Boston offense in Wednesday afternoon's series finale between the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks and Red Sox.

Justin Martinez News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 18

Justin Martinez's Return Was Bright Spot in Dark Day for Diamondbacks

It has been a dark 24-plus-hour news cycle for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Sometimes, a little fire can help light the way forward. The Diamondbacks were beaten down by the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night, in the midst of a concerning, eyebrow-raising situation involving the unexcused absence of Ketel Marte.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 18

The Diamondbacks Really Needed a Win vs Red Sox. They Let One Slip Away

There is still no such thing as a must-win game in mid-August, particularly when a team has a winning record and is firmly in the center of a playoff race.

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Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Corbin Burnes News / Athlon Sports / August 18

Potential Return Date for Corbin Burnes Revealed

With an NL wild-card spot within reach, the Arizona Diamondbacks are set to welcome back several injured players in the coming weeks, including the long-awaited return of their ace, Corbin Burnes.

Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 18

Diamondbacks 2B Ketel Marte (knee) travels to Phoenix for MRI

One day after Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte didn't report for a game in Boston, he traveled to Phoenix to get an MRI exam on his balky left knee.

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Former D-backs star Archie Bradley speaks on Ketel Marte’s no-show

BOSTON – The situation surrounding Ketel Marte’s absence from the Arizona Diamondbacks in Boston has raised more questions than it has answers. Still, former teammate Archie Bradley believes fans should resist treating it like an ordinary missed game.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 18

Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo tries to navigate through unusual Ketel Marte situation

BOSTON — Ketel Marte’s status with the Arizona Diamondbacks remains unclear as the club continues to operate with little information about the All-Star second baseman’s condition.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 18

Corbin Carroll gives honest reaction to Ketel Marte situation

BOSTON – Ketel Marte’s absence was impossible for the Arizona Diamondbacks to completely ignore. Even if the team attempted to move forward without its star second baseman, Corbin Carroll acknowledged that some players were thinking about Marte while preparing to play in Boston.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19