The Snakes are getting their superstar back, as it appears that Ketel Marte will be rejoining the Arizona Diamondbacks after missing four weeks due to a hamstring injury.
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Mar 27, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) scores a run against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Head coach Torey Lovullo gave an update:
“I know the guy that makes the lineups. There’s a really good chance he’s going to be playing second base (Friday).”
“There’s a really good chance [Ketel Marte] is going to be playing second base tonight.”
Torey Lovullo with the latest update on the #Dbacks star:@DBacks
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People were speculating when Marte would make his return, as he posted a story on his Instagram showing that he was on a plane headed on his way to Philadelphia.
Ketel Marte is currently In Philadelphia ????
Diamondbacks start a 3 game series vs Philly tomorrow.
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Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) reacts after injuring his leg during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
Marte suffered a left hamstring injury back on April 4th as he rounded first on his way to second base in a game against the Washington Nationals. Before his injury, Ketel was on fire to begin the season as he slashed .346/.469/.462 as he started his quest early for an MVP campaign yet again. Last season Marte blasted 36 home runs along with 95 RBIs. His batting average of .292 and OPS of .932 helped Marte win his first silver slugger and saw him enter the MVP conversation.
Mar 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) doubles in the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
In his absence, some players have helped pick up the slack. Corbin Carroll, Geraldo Perdomo, Josh Naylor, and Pavin Smith all had a great month of April as they got into a consistent routine while Marte was recovering. Even though the lineup at times has missed its clutch hitting at the plate, the D-Backs still held down the fort for the time being while being in the most competitive division in the entire league. Marte will now look to fit himself right back into this Snakes lineup, bringing his superstar prowess with him.
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks and Arizona Cardinals for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
