Diamondbacks place Ketel Marte on restricted list after he doesn't show up to play Red Sox; 2B reportedly having MRI on knee
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Key Points:
- Arizona Diamondbacks star second baseman Ketel Marte did not show up for Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox and was placed on the restricted list due to a personal issue, according to manager Torey Lovullo.
- Marte returned to Arizona on Tuesday for an MRI on his knee, though it is unclear if the injury is related to his absence from the game.
- This marks the second consecutive season in which Marte has unexpectedly missed time with the Diamondbacks, including a mid-season absence last year due to a personal matter.
- Despite some reports of Marte taking unscheduled days off, manager Lovullo defended him as a valuable player and teammate who collaborates with the team on rest days.
- The Diamondbacks lost 11-1 to the Red Sox without Marte, highlighting his importance as they continue to compete for a playoff spot in the NL West and wild-card race.
