Overview

• During a June 24 game at Rate Field, a spectator yelled derogatory comments about Ketel Marte’s late mother, causing the Diamondbacks second baseman to break into tears on the field.
• Manager Torey Lovullo and bench coach Jeff Banister asked security to eject the heckler, who was removed at the team’s request.
• MLB imposed an indefinite ban on the fan from attending any MLB games and commended the White Sox for swift action.
• Teammate Geraldo Perdomo and Lovullo offered on-field support to Marte, with Lovullo consoling him and emphasizing that the remarks “shouldn’t have an impact” on the player.
• Despite the emotional moment, Marte hit a solo home run in the first inning and went 2-for-4 as the Diamondbacks secured a 4-1 victory.