How Marte staying with D-backs could impact market
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Key Points:
- Arizona Diamondbacks have removed second baseman Ketel Marte from the trade market, with Marte set to gain full no-trade rights in April as a 10-and-5 player, limiting future trade possibilities.
- Despite a tight payroll and pitching staff challenges, Arizona may still pursue major additions, including free agent Alex Bregman, with the team previously considered a strong contender to sign him.
- Marte was a fallback option for the Boston Red Sox in their pursuit of Bregman, but with Marte off the market and other teams shifting focus, Bregman's chances of returning to Boston have improved.
- Multiple teams, including the Blue Jays, Mariners, Tigers, Rays, and Phillies, had shown interest in Marte during trade talks
