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Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte apologized for his absence after the All-Star break, addressing teammate concerns.

Despite trade rumors, Marte is expected to remain with the Diamondbacks for the foreseeable future.

Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte met with reporters on Aug. 18, and apologized for being away from the team for multiple games after the All-Star break, addressing a primary criticism from teammates and others within the organization, all of which was detailed in an Aug. 14 story in The Arizona Republic .

A three-time All-Star, Marte was among the leading candidates for National League MVP in 2019 (finished fourth) and in 2024 (third). He started at second base in this year's All-Star Game and is having another strong statistical season.

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