Overview
- The Diamondbacks put Ketel Marte on MLB's restricted list after he failed to report for the Aug. 17 game at Fenway Park, a move that let the club replace his roster spot.
- Marte returned to Phoenix for a knee MRI that his agent confirmed would take place on Thursday and said he is managing a personal matter while hoping to return soon.
- Team officials have offered limited detail with president Derrick Hall calling the situation "still a complete mystery" and manager Torey Lovullo saying Marte is dealing with a personal issue.
- Arizona added infielder José Fernández for the Boston series and now must cover Marte's regular lineup spot as the club sits roughly one game out of the final NL wild-card berth.
- Marte is under a six-year, $116.5 million extension and previously missed games in 2025 after a home burglary, which makes his unexplained absence more consequential for roster planning and team stability.