The Arizona Diamondbacks just lately concluded a three-game sequence towards the Boston Crimson Sox on Wednesday.
However the Diamondbacks had been involved when star second baseman Ketel Marte didn’t present up at Fenway Park forward of the sequence opener on Monday regardless of touring with the crew.
The change hitter didn’t play in any of the Diamondbacks’ three video games towards the Crimson Sox. Arizona didn’t have a scheduled recreation on Thursday.
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – AUGUST 09: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates with Gabriel Moreno #14 after hitting a two run dwelling run towards the Los Angeles Dodgers in the course of the first inning at Chase Discipline on August 09, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Picture by Norm Corridor/Getty Photographs)
Diamondbacks Announce Ketel Marte Replace on Thursday
Diamondbacks common supervisor Mike Hazen introduced that the crew has shifted the second baseman to the 10-day injured checklist on Thursday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reported.
Piecoro added, “After assembly with Marte right this moment, Hazen mentioned he expects Marte will rejoin the crew as soon as wholesome.”
The Arizona Diamondbacks initially positioned the star second baseman on the restricted checklist after Marte didn’t present up at Fenway Park on Monday.
It raised considerations amongst many individuals, together with Diamondbacks supervisor Torey Lovullo. The supervisor was clearly emotional whereas discussing Marte after Monday’s loss.
“No, probably not. I like him, and I look after him. He’ll be okay. He’s advantageous,” Lovullo instructed reporters. “I would like you guys to know that I simply care about him. So does all people in that room.”
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – AUGUST 12: Supervisor Torey Lovullo #17 of the Arizona Diamondbacks watches the motion towards the Colorado Rockies in the course of the sixth inning at Chase Discipline on August 12, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Picture by Chris Coduto/Getty Photographs)
Ketel Marte This Season
The star second baseman is having a down season after back-to-back All-Star campaigns with Arizona.
Marte is at the moment slashing .249/.314/.446. His .760 OPS is the bottom he has hit since 2022.
The 12-year veteran additionally has 21 dwelling runs and 67 RBIs in 118 video games with the Diamondbacks this season.
Marte final performed for the Diamondbacks on Aug. 16 towards the Atlanta Braves.
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – JULY 31: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks runs out an RBI single in the course of the eighth inning towards the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Discipline on July 31, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Picture by Jason Miller/Getty Photographs)
What’s Subsequent for the Diamondbacks
Arizona will kick off a six-game homestand on Friday, opening a three-game sequence towards the Cincinnati Reds. They’ll then host the Chicago Cubs for one more three video games.
The Diamondbacks at the moment maintain a 67-61 file (36-27 at dwelling). They’re 1 recreation out of the final Nationwide League wild card spot.
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