Ketel Marte ‘free to do whatever’ after being seen at casino during game, Torey Lovullo says
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Injured Arizona Diamondbacks player Ketel Marte was spotted gambling at a casino near the team’s complex, sparking controversy as his teammates continued their playoff push without him.
- Manager Torey Lovullo stated Marte is free to do as he pleases while emphasizing the importance of him completing his rehab work, though Marte’s recent no-show and absence have strained relations with the team.
- Marte’s unexplained absence earlier in the week led to his placement on baseball’s restricted list, but following a meeting with team officials, he was moved back to the injured list in an attempt to restore normalcy.
- Despite Lovullo’s expressed desire to move past the incident, some players, including pitcher Kevin Ginkel, voiced disappointment and highlighted Marte’s importance to the team’s postseason aspirations.
- Marte remains a key player for the Diamondbacks, ranking among the franchise’s most valuable and having delivered a strong postseason performance in 2023, making his return critical for Arizona’s playoff hopes.
