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Diamondbacks Signal Openness to Trading Ketel Marte This Winter

Arizona is eyeing fair return for Marte before his no-trade protection kicks in under looming payroll pressures.

DENVER, COLORADO - AUGUST 16: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates a double against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Coors Field on August 16, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 13: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks flips his bat after hitting a three-run home run during the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on August 13, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
Aug 15, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) celebrates scoring a run in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • USA Today columnist Bob Nightengale reports the Diamondbacks will listen to winter offers for Marte, citing his elite production and clubhouse tensions.
  • Marte’s .298 average with 23 home runs and 56 RBIs this season underscores his status as a top offensive asset.
  • Arizona insists on securing fair value in any deal and notes that Marte’s upcoming 10-and-5 rights will grant him full no-trade protection early next season.
  • After a franchise-record $190 million payroll this season, the club has about $70 million coming off the books and plans to reduce expenses in 2026.
  • Early interest centers on the Mariners, Blue Jays and Red Sox, with reports indicating the Braves could also join the bidding.