The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the middle of a series against the Boston Red Sox. Earlier Monday, news broke about Ketel Marte.
The Red Sox took the Diamondbacks to the cleaners in Game 1, defeating Arizona 11-1.
New Details Emerge Regarding Ketel Marte of the Arizona Diamondbacks
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – AUGUST 09: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks hits a two run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Chase Field on August 09, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
MLB insider Francys Romero offered new insight into Marte’s situation.
“Ketel Marte did not report to Fenway Park today as he is dealing with personal matters, and the Dbacks have placed him on the restricted list. There is no estimated return date at this point. He is currently considered day-to-day, sources said,” Romero wrote on Monday night.
Prior to the start of Game 1 between the Diamondbacks and Red Sox, Marte was put on the restricted list after he failed to report to Fenway Park.
The 32-year-old shortstop has recorded 21 home runs, 67 RBIs, and four stolen bases in 118 games.
Diamondbacks Flurry of Moves in the Wake of Ketel Marte’s Restricted List Placement
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – AUGUST 17: Mitch Bratt #60 of the Arizona Diamondbacks pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Fenway Park on August 17, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
The Diamondbacks put Marte on the Restricted List prior to the start of Monday night’s loss to the Red Sox.
In response to that transaction, they recalled Jose Fernandez from Triple-A to cover the spot on their active roster.
Prior to that, the Diamondbacks posted a flurry of moves that included:
- Arizona Diamondbacks designated RHP Andrew Hoffmann for assignment.
- Arizona Diamondbacks activated LF Jordan Lawlar from the 10-day injured list.
- Arizona Diamondbacks activated RHP Justin Martinez from the 60-day injured list.
- Arizona Diamondbacks optioned 1B Tyler Locklear to Reno Aces.
- Arizona Diamondbacks optioned RHP Gerardo Carrillo to Reno Aces.
Social Media Reaction & Other Ketel Marte Information
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 16: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks returns to the dugout after scoring in the ninth inning of a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on August 16, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Edward M. Pio Roda/Getty Images)
Robert Murray of Fansided said:
“The Diamondbacks have placed Ketel Marte on the Restricted List. Marte arrived with the team in Boston, but did not show up to Fenway Park tonight for the game against the Red Sox, according to @nickpiecoro.”
“To be clear: I’m told Ketel Marte is doing OK physically, he just didn’t show up to the ballpark tonight,” Nick Piecoro wrote.
Finally, Steve Gilbert reported, “Ketel Marte did not show up here at Fenway Park tonight and that is why he was placed on the restricted list. Up until close to game time the @dbacks had hoped he would be here.”
We wait to see how this situation resolves.
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