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Ketel Marte Returns to Diamondbacks After Hamstring Injury

The All-Star second baseman resumed his leadoff role in a 3-2 loss to the Phillies, following a month-long recovery and a six-year contract extension.

Apr 2, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) reacts after hitting an RBI singe during the second inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Ketel Marte was reinstated from the 10-day injured list on May 2 after recovering from a Grade 1 left hamstring strain suffered on April 4.
  • Marte returned to his leadoff spot and second-base duties, going 1-for-4 in Arizona's series opener against Philadelphia.
  • The Diamondbacks optioned outfielder Jorge Barrosa to Triple-A Reno to make room for Marte on the active roster.
  • Marte, who signed a six-year, $116.5 million contract extension on April 2, is batting .346 with one RBI and six runs in eight games this season.
  • Arizona is managing Marte’s health carefully, given his pivotal role in their playoff aspirations and his history of injuries.