Ketel Marte: The Dominican Player in the Sights of Several MLB Teams
The MLB trade market continues to move, and one of the names that resonates strongly is that of the Dominican second baseman for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Ketel Marte. Several teams have shown interest in acquiring the talented player, who has proven to be a key piece on the field.
According to reports, the Boston Red Sox are among the teams that have shown interest in Marte.
In addition to the Red Sox, the Tampa Bay Rays and the Detroit Tigers have also inquired about the availability of the ambidextrous player.
A Talent Coveted for its Production
Mars, 32, signed a six-season, $116.5 million contract extension in April, with an opt-out clause after 2030 and a player option for 2031 valued at $11.5 million. His contract, with an average annual value of $19.4 million, is considered affordable for a player who has demonstrated elite performance in the last two seasons.
- 64 home runs
- .913 OPS
- Two Silver Slugger Awards
- 10.9 WAR according to FanGraphs (ninth among position players)
- 149 wRC+ (sixth best in MLB)
Arizona Will Listen to Offers, But the Price Will Be High
The Diamondbacks are open to listening to offers, but the price for Marte will be high. The team is looking to reinforce its pitching and a trade for the Dominican could open up that possibility. General Manager Mike Hazen has reiterated that they are willing to listen to proposals, but will demand significant compensation.
Mars possesses rights 10 and 5, which allows it to veto any transfer. This, added to the high price demanded by Arizona, makes an exchange in this offseason unlikely.
Despite this, the interest from teams like the Red Sox, Rays, and Tigers confirms that Ketel Marte is one of the most attractive pieces available on the market.
