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Ketel Marte Expected Back for Twins Opener After Foot Contusion

X-rays were negative, easing concern over a longer absence.

Overview

  • Manager Torey Lovullo said Marte sustained a right-foot contusion on Sept. 9 and that imaging showed no fracture.
  • Lovullo indicated he expected the second baseman to be available for Friday’s game in Minnesota following Thursday’s off day.
  • Reports Friday said Marte is likely to be in the lineup, with his readiness to be assessed before first pitch.
  • Marte fouled a ball off his right foot in the first inning at San Francisco and was removed before the bottom of the seventh.
  • Arizona enters the Minnesota series still chasing the final NL wild-card spot, with Brandon Pfaadt set to start against Pablo López.