
Ketel Marte
Arizona Diamondbacks • #4 • 2B
Ketel Marte Uncertain for Diamondbacks Due to Illness, Day-to-Day Status
Ketel Marte of the Arizona Diamondbacks is day-to-day with an illness, making his availability for upcoming games uncertain.
What It Means
Ketel Marte's illness leaves a gap in the Diamondbacks' lineup. His season average is .283, and he has hit eight home runs with a strong OPS of .958. His absence affects the team, as he plays an important role, especially as a switch hitter in the lineup.
Marte's recent performance has been steady, with a .400 average over the last three games. If he cannot play, Tim Tawa or Jordan Lawlar might take his place at second base. The Diamondbacks will need other players like Corbin Carroll and Josh Naylor to step up in Marte's potential absence.