Ketel Marte: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Arizona Diamondbacks News / EssentiallySports / September 7

Diamondbacks $45M Star Suffers Scary Blow During Game as He Walks off Unassisted After Falling on the Ground

Ketel Marte had already shown how quickly one of his swings could create a dangerous situation. Less than a week ago, he rushed to the aid of a grounds crew member who had fallen to the ground after being struck by his home run ball during a bullpen session.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6

Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte knocks own teammate out of game with 93 mph line drive to head

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the final game of their series against the Houston Astros, and there happened to be an accident of friendly fire on the field.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 5

Ketel Marte's Heroic Moment Leads D-backs to Massive Win over Astros

When Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte returned to his team following a strange, drama-filled two weeks' worth of absence, the outlook was relatively simple.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 4

Ketel Marte Returns to Second Base for Diamondbacks vs Astros

The Arizona Diamondbacks are about to kick off a three-game series with the Astros in Houston this weekend. And they're finally getting All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte back at his rightful defensive position.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 3

Ketel Marte Likely to Resume Play in Tough Series vs Astros

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in Houston this weekend to face the Astros for a three-game interleague series at Daikin Park. The D-backs (74-67) will enter play on Friday, September 4 with a half-game lead over the San Diego Padres for the third and final NL Wild Card spot.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 2

Why is Ketel Marte out of the D-backs’ lineup for Phillies finale?

The Diamondbacks are treating Ketel Marte’s latest absence as a calculated decision, not a warning sign. Marte was left out of Wednesday’s lineup after serving as Arizona’s designated hitter in each of the previous two games against Philadelphia.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Ketel Marte involved in scary scene before Diamondbacks game

Ketel Marte just keeps finding himself in the news, and this time, it has nothing to do with his controversial no-show or his return from a stint on the injured list.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 2

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 1

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / September 1

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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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / August 31

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 31

Ketel Marte ready to face D-backs teammates ‘like a man’ before return

Ketel Marte’s return to the Diamondbacks on Monday and reunion with the team should not simply be viewed as another star coming off the injured list; it is a major test of his leadership.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Diamondbacks To Reinstate Ketel Marte

Second baseman Ketel Marte is in the lineup for the Diamondbacks and batting fourth tonight, per Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. The club hasn’t yet officially announced a roster move but Marte will clearly be reinstated from the IL.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 31

D-backs' Ketel Marte expected to address team ahead of series vs. Phillies

Ketel Marte is expected to join the Arizona Diamondbacks for the opener of a pivotal three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies that begins Monday in Phoenix, and his teammates appear to be all in.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30

Ketel Marte to address Diamondbacks about ongoing saga before Phillies series

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been embroiled in an off-field saga involving star infielder Ketel Marte. Marte did not show up to one of the team’s games against the Boston Red Sox recently.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Diamondbacks players are 'exhausted' by Ketel Marte

Ketel Marte’s Arizona Diamondbacks teammates sound like they are running out of patience for dealing with the drama he continues to cause.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / August 23

D-backs' manager: Ketel Marte 'free to do whatever' while on IL

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte, who gained attention recently by not showing up for a game, was back in the news for appearing in images on social media at a casino while his team was playing.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20