Overview

• A White Sox spectator’s remark about Marte’s late mother prompted his tears during a June 24 game and led to the fan’s immediate ejection and indefinite ban from all MLB stadiums.
• Major League Baseball and the Chicago White Sox publicly backed Marte by removing the heckler and posting a supportive message on the Rate Field scoreboard.
• At his first home appearance on June 27, Diamondbacks fans at Chase Field gave Marte a standing ovation and displayed shirts and homemade signs in solidarity.
• More than $18,000 has been donated to the Diamondbacks Foundation in memory of Marte’s mother, Elpidia Valdez, reflecting widespread charitable support.
• Manager Torey Lovullo and teammates have rallied around Marte, and league officials and advocates are pressing for stricter enforcement of fan conduct rules.