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Sports · Baseball · published 2026-08-27 · via The Athletic

Diamondbacks Endure Marte's Off-Field Issues for His Elite On-Field Impact

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Ketel Marte's walk-off home run against the Dodgers in June showcased his game-changing talent, which is why the Diamondbacks tolerate his occasional lapses, including missing a game and a casino incident during rehab. General manager Mike Hazen acknowledged the balance between dealing with behavior and winning games. Marte is expected to return from the injured list on Monday, and his production at a reduced contract rate remains valuable to the team.

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Marte's offensive production this season places him among baseball's elite, as he owns the five hardest-hit balls by any Diamondback and the team's longest home run at 452 feet. His June walk-off against Los Angeles traveled 431 feet at 113 mph, underscoring the power that justified his 2025 extension worth $116.5 million with $46 million deferred.

Arizona explored trading Marte last offseason before he qualified for full no-trade protection, but received no offers matching his perceived value. Since his Aug. 17 no-show in Boston, the club has gone 5-4, slipping one game behind San Diego in the wild

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