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Curt Schilling shares controversial take about Ketel Marte’s return

Curt Schilling shares controversial take about Ketel Marte’s return

The situation surrounding Ketel Marte isn’t slowing down, and many are sharing their opinions, including former D-backs SP Curt Schilling. The former Diamondbacks ace and co-MVP of Arizona’s 2001 World Series team took to X and essentially challenged the public explanation surrounding Marte’s controversial absence from Fenway Park.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / September 1
Ketel Marte ‘didn’t expect boos’ from D-backs fans in return

Ketel Marte ‘didn’t expect boos’ from D-backs fans in return

For years, Ketel Marte has been one of the faces of the Arizona Diamondbacks and a fan favorite. After missing the team’s series in Boston, Marte returned to Arizona and was immediately placed under a microscope.

Ketel Marte News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1
Ketel Marte’s hat after first game back appears to bear a telling message

Ketel Marte’s hat after first game back appears to bear a telling message

Even Ketel Marte’s fashion appears to be adding to the drama.  The embattled Arizona Diamondbacks star made his return to action on Monday, weeks after he sparked controversy by failing to show up for a game at Fenway Park in Boston, Mass., against the Boston Red Sox.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 1
Phillies edge Diamondbacks, remain tied atop NL wild-card race

Phillies edge Diamondbacks, remain tied atop NL wild-card race

Bryson Stott hit a 464-foot homer, Aaron Nola won for the third time in four starts, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 in Phoenix on Monday to remain tied for the top National League wild-card spot.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 1
Torey Lovullo wasn’t ‘surprised’ by Diamondbacks fans’ reaction to Ketel Marte

Torey Lovullo wasn’t ‘surprised’ by Diamondbacks fans’ reaction to Ketel Marte

On Monday, Ketel Marte returned to the Arizona Diamondbacks lineup after he suddenly didn’t show up to their away game against the Boston Red Sox two weeks ago.

Ketel Marte News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1
Diamondbacks fans viciously boo Ketel Marte in his return

Diamondbacks fans viciously boo Ketel Marte in his return

Arizona Diamondbacks fans did not hide their anger toward Ketel Marte in his return to the field Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Marte was back in the D-Backs’ lineup for the first time since his unexcused absence on Aug.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / September 1
Diamondbacks fans let Ketel Marte know they're tired of drama

Diamondbacks fans let Ketel Marte know they're tired of drama

On Monday, Ketel Marte finally had a chance to tell his side of the story that has enveloped the Arizona Diamondbacks. He botched the opportunity and Diamondbacks fans let him know it later that night.

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Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 31
Ketel Marte back in D-backs’ lineup, sorry for disappearance

Ketel Marte back in D-backs’ lineup, sorry for disappearance

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte told reporters he has apologized to his manager and will address his teammates after his bizarre disappearance earlier this month.

Derek Law News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 29
Diamondbacks Select Derek Law’s Contract

Diamondbacks Select Derek Law’s Contract

The Diamondbacks announced that they have selected Derek Law‘s contract from Triple-A Reno.  Left-hander Mitch Bratt was also called up from Reno to be

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / August 29
Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

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Zack Littell News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Diamondbacks Release Zack Littell

Diamondbacks Release Zack Littell

The Diamondbacks placed Zack Littell on release waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Assuming he goes unclaimed, he’ll be a free agent. Arizona designated Littell for assignment on Sunday, ending his tenure with the club after three appearances.

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