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'Something’s Going on in My Life': Ketel Marte Breaks Silence as He Opens Up on His Absence

'Something’s Going on in My Life': Ketel Marte Breaks Silence as He Opens Up on His Absence

Two weeks after he went AWOL against the Boston Red Sox, Ketel Marte has returned to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ lineup. On Monday, his responsibilities extended beyond the field, as Marte owed his teammates an apology and had to smooth things over in the clubhouse.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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D-Backs fans are left without a message from Ketel Marte after his return

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