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Conforto's Big Night Pushes Cubs Past Diamondbacks in 7-0 Win
baseball1 day ago

Conforto's Big Night Pushes Cubs Past Diamondbacks in 7-0 Win

Michael Conforto powered the Cubs with a homer, a double, a single, and a walk in a 7-0 win over the Diamondbacks, supported by Carson Kelly’s big night and continued contributions from Pedro Ramirez and Matt Shaw as Chicago leans on veteran leadership and depth; the post also touches on coaching dynamics, Ramirez’s continued development, and minor notes like an umpire-rule clarification surrounding pitching from the windup with runners on base.

Ketel Marte’s Casino Day Triggers Diamondbacks Drama as Manager Says He Feels Betrayed
sports4 days ago

Ketel Marte’s Casino Day Triggers Diamondbacks Drama as Manager Says He Feels Betrayed

Ketel Marte vanished for a game amid a growing mystery about his status, with Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo saying he felt betrayed by the drama; Marte was later placed on the 10-day injured list with left knee inflammation and was spotted at a casino for hours during rehab, as Arizona battles for a playoff spot. The team won 9-0 in his absence, and Lovullo stressed Marte is free to handle things as long as he shows up for rehab with Salt River Fields, eyeing a return within about 10 days.

Marte casino sighting fuels Diamondbacks’ off-field saga
sports4 days ago

Marte casino sighting fuels Diamondbacks’ off-field saga

Ketel Marte, on the Diamondbacks’ injured list after failing to appear for a game in Boston and later undergoing knee tests, was spotted at a casino during Friday’s home game against the Reds, drawing frustration from manager Torey Lovullo and highlighting ongoing off-field drama around the veteran second baseman as the team contends with a down season.

sports4 days ago

Marte's casino detour shadows D-backs' win over Reds

Ketel Marte, who is on the 10-day injured list with left knee inflammation, reportedly spent about four hours at a casino Friday night while the Diamondbacks hosted the Reds and was a no-show for Arizona's 9-0 win. Manager Torey Lovullo said Marte is free to do what he wants as long as he resumes rehab duties, which included an earlier session at Salt River Fields; Marte had a meeting with Diamondbacks leadership, and his absence has prompted calls for explanation from teammates. With an IL stint looming, the club hopes minimal time on the injured list as Marte eyes a return in the final month.

Diamondbacks place Ketel Marte on 10-day IL with knee inflammation, aiming late-August return
sports5 days ago

Diamondbacks place Ketel Marte on 10-day IL with knee inflammation, aiming late-August return

Ketel Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list with left knee inflammation after meeting with Diamondbacks leadership; he had previously been on the restricted list for a 'personal issue.' An MRI showed inflammation and he received an injection. The IL can't be backdated, so the earliest return is around Aug. 30 once healthy, and he won't be paid for the three days he spent on the restricted list.

sports7 days ago

Marte eyes swift return as D-backs rally around him amid knee MRI

Ketel Marte wants to return as soon as possible after missing a game and being placed on the restricted list due to a personal matter; he is set to undergo an MRI on his knee in Phoenix, and his agent says Marte appreciates the unwavering support from fans, teammates, and manager Torey Lovullo while remaining optimistic about a quick recovery and comeback for Arizona.

sports8 days ago

Ketel Marte heads to Phoenix for knee MRI after Fenway no-show

Ketel Marte left Friday’s game with knee soreness and did not report to Fenway Park on Monday, sending him back to Phoenix for a knee MRI and placing him on the restricted list amid unclear communication. The Diamondbacks recalled Jose Fernández to fill the roster, shuffled the lineup, and fell 11-1 to Boston as Marte’s status remained unresolved, with the team navigating past similar restricted-list episodes while pursuing postseason positioning.

Marte sidelined on restricted list after missing Diamondbacks' Fenway game
sports8 days ago

Marte sidelined on restricted list after missing Diamondbacks' Fenway game

The Diamondbacks placed Ketel Marte on the restricted list after he did not show up for Monday’s game in Boston, although he traveled with the team. Jose Fernandez was recalled to replace him. Players on the restricted list receive no pay and do not accrue MLB service time until reinstated, and the move comes amid Marte’s ongoing absences during a playoff chase.

sports18 days ago

Waldschmidt's Walk‑Off Caps Playoff‑Like Night for D-backs Over Dodgers

In a playoff‑like, Chase Field showdown, Diamondbacks rookie Ryan Waldschmidt belted a 411‑foot two‑run homer off Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz in the bottom of the ninth to lift Arizona to a 4‑3 win. Waldschmidt, who is hot and hitting .388 over his last 15 games, delivered the decisive blast as the crowd of 46,172 roared, marking Arizona’s fifth straight victory against L.A. and tightening their NL wild-card race position. Merrill Kelly pitched 5.2 innings before leaving with a cramp, Arenado robbed a homer earlier, and the win kept the D-backs pressing the Dodgers in a tense division‑and‑wild‑card battle.