Ketel Marte's unexplained absence gets stranger as Diamondbacks fight for NL wild card spot
Ketel Marte vanished from the Arizona Diamondbacks with no explanation, leaving MLB manager Torey Lovullo unsure if his star was even in Boston.
TL;DR
- Ketel Marte missed a game without informing the Arizona Diamondbacks, prompting his placement on the restricted list.
- Manager Torey Lovullo stated Marte is dealing with a personal issue and will get an MRI for a knee injury.
- The team and manager lack clear communication regarding Marte's status and whereabouts.
- Marte's absence is critical as the Diamondbacks are in contention for a wild card spot.
- This is not the first time Marte has had an unusual absence from the team.
- Teammates have expressed frustration over past absences, though management has denied this.
- Geraldo Perdomo confirmed Marte has had a knee issue since mid-July and felt uncomfortable.