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sports8 days ago

Arizona Diamondbacks Retain Torey Lovullo on Two-Year Deal Despite Third Straight Postseason Miss

The Arizona Diamondbacks have retained manager Torey Lovullo on a two-year contract for his 11th season, aligning his tenure with general manager Mike Hazen. Lovullo remains despite missing the postseason for the third straight year and a recent clubhouse controversy involving star shortstop Ketel Marte. The decision provides organizational stability as the team navigates a challenging offseason, including potential labor disputes and contract negotiations.

via Arizona Sports|
#arizona-diamondbacks#ketel-marte#mike-hazen
sports1 month ago

D-backs rest Ketel Marte for planned knee-safe day off amid playoff push

The Arizona Diamondbacks said Ketel Marte’s absence from Wednesday’s lineup was a preplanned day off as he continues to recover from knee inflammation after an injured-list stint; Marte had started the first two games after his Boston absence, and manager Torey Lovullo indicated he could return to defense soon, with Hazen stressing the need to protect him while the club chases a wild-card berth and answers questions about past no-shows.

via Arizona Sports|
#diamondbacks#ketel-marte#knee-inflammation
Marte’s Neon Hat Sparks Theories As Return Leaves Questions
sports1 month ago

Marte’s Neon Hat Sparks Theories As Return Leaves Questions

Ketel Marte returned to the Diamondbacks amid questions about his Aug. 17 no-show, answering with an interpreter while wearing a neon hat that read 'MAY THE BRIDGES I BURN LIGHT THE WAY,' which prompted speculation about accountability; Marte said he didn’t realize the hat, manager Torey Lovullo suggested moving past the episode, and fans booed as the moment highlighted the ongoing intrigue.

via Defector|
#arizona-diamondbacks#bridges#hats
sports1 month ago

Home-plate Hostility: Marte Returns to Chase Field as D-backs Face Fan Backlash

Ketel Marte returned to Chase Field to a chorus of boos during his first at-bat since his Boston no-show, saying he had no message for Diamondbacks fans; manager Torey Lovullo defended him as an emotional player who loves the fanbase, while Marte and the team hope his on-field performance quiets the critics and helps the D-backs in their playoff push amid mixed cheers and chants from Phillies fans in attendance.

via Arizona Sports|
#arizona-diamondbacks#boos#chase-field
sports1 month ago

Ketel Marte's comeback begins amid boos at Chase Field

Ketel Marte returned to the Diamondbacks at Chase Field to loud boos from home fans, signaling a fraught new chapter in his Arizona tenure. He held a translator-assisted press conference before the game addressing a past AWOL incident, saying he regrets not showing up at Fenway Park and expressing sympathy for manager Torey Lovullo, while offering no direct message to the fans. Lovullo defended him, noting Marte's mercurial but elite talent, and the scene underscores the franchise’s challenge of balancing accountability with star power as Arizona pursues a postseason push.

via Arizona Sports|
#arizona-diamondbacks#awol#booed
D-backs Activate Ketel Marte as Playoff Push Advances
sports1 month ago

D-backs Activate Ketel Marte as Playoff Push Advances

Arizona activated Ketel Marte from the injured list and optioned rookie Jose Fernandez to Triple-A Reno to clear a roster spot, returning Marte amid a controversial stretch as the Diamondbacks chase an NL Wild Card; Marte bats fourth in the lineup, and Arizona emphasizes a focus on winning as they head into a key series against the Phillies, with Marte’s 10/5 rights and past absences likely shaping the conversation around his role and value.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#arizona-diamondbacks#injury-list#ketel-marte
Ketel Marte’s Absence Deepens as Personal Loss Is Revealed
sports1 month ago

Ketel Marte’s Absence Deepens as Personal Loss Is Revealed

The Athletic’s reporting links Ketel Marte’s mysterious no-show and ongoing absence from the Diamondbacks to personal grief beyond a knee issue: Marte was placed on the 10-day IL after missing a game, was later seen near the team’s Salt River Fields complex, and Ken Rosenthal reports he’s coping with the loss of a close family member (his maternal grandmother in 2025 and his mother in 2017). Marte has apologized, manager Torey Lovullo says he retreats when frustrated, and the piece argues fans and the team should show compassion as Arizona navigates a pivotal stretch with Marte’s massive extension in mind.

via Sports Illustrated|
#bereavement#diamondbacks#ketel-marte
Marte’s Boston hotel-room standoff sheds light on personal loss and Diamondbacks’ roster moves
sports1 month ago

Marte’s Boston hotel-room standoff sheds light on personal loss and Diamondbacks’ roster moves

New details show Ketel Marte refused to leave his Boston hotel room for a game amid a personal family-loss situation, leading the Diamondbacks to place him on the restricted list and later move him to the injured list. Marte apologized after an extended meeting with manager Torey Lovullo, GM Mike Hazen, and his agent, and he’s expected to come off the IL Monday. The episode prompted discussions about clubhouse morale and the balance between player well-being and winning, with teammates and executives acknowledging the impact on the team and lingering questions about repercussions.

via New York Post|
#arizona-diamondbacks#boston-red-sox#hotel-room-incident
sports1 month ago

Marte’s Casino Night Triggers Backlash, Diamondbacks Seek Explanation

Ketel Marte missed a game amid a knee issue and was later seen at a casino, prompting Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall to say Marte has “a lot to do” and “explaining to do” to his teammates after his radio-silent absence. Marte met with team officials and was given an MRI, while anonymous teammates criticized the move. Hall indicated the club has handled the matter behind closed doors, and teammates could welcome him back on Monday if he issues a sincere apology, as the team has moved on with a 5-2 stretch and contends with ongoing Wild Card implications amid Marte’s personal challenges.

via Arizona Sports|
#casino-visit#derrick-hall#diamondbacks
Diamondbacks Double-Down on Ketel Marte Amid Distractions
sports1 month ago

Diamondbacks Double-Down on Ketel Marte Amid Distractions

Arizona Diamondbacks keep Ketel Marte in their plans despite notable absences and off-field moments because his elite power and run production, aided by a favorable seven-year, $116.5 million extension with $46 million deferred, justify the risk. GM Mike Hazen says the organization balances discipline with winning, while Marte works to rejoin the club after rehab and an apology, and manager Torey Lovullo emphasizes the team’s need for Marte’s impact as they pursue the playoffs and navigate his no-trade protections.

via The New York Times|
#arizona-diamondbacks#clubhouse-dynamics#ketel-marte
Lovullo labels Marte no-show a betrayal, seeks apology
sports1 month ago

Lovullo labels Marte no-show a betrayal, seeks apology

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Ketel Marte’s Aug. 17 no-show in Boston left him feeling betrayed, citing a knee issue and miscommunication for Marte’s absence. Marte was on the restricted list for three days before being placed on the 10-day injured list after an MRI, and photos of him at a casino emerged; Lovullo indicated Marte should apologize to the team before returning to games.

via The Big Lead|
#baseball#betrayal#ketel-marte
Ketel Marte’s Casino Day Triggers Diamondbacks Drama as Manager Says He Feels Betrayed
sports1 month 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.

via New York Post|
#arizona-diamondbacks#ketel-marte#mlb