Overview
- Marte was activated from the restricted list before Sunday’s home game against the St. Louis Cardinals but did not start.
- He lost an estimated $400,000 in personal items and jewelry when burglars targeted his Scottsdale residence during the All-Star break.
- Players on MLB’s restricted list retain contractual control by their club without receiving pay.
- Arizona designated infielder Sergio Alcantara for assignment to clear the roster spot opened by Marte’s activation.
- Marte’s .290 average with 19 home runs and 40 RBIs has been a key asset as Arizona weighs buy-or-sell options at the trade deadline.