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The GM Meetings, which wrapped up Thursday, signal the start of the Hot Stove season as teams get a feel for what the trade market will look like and conversations about possible deals begin.

The storyline for the Diamondbacks at the meetings revolved around whether they might end up trading All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte , and my inbox was filled with fan questions about the possibility.

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Let's take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions on the topic:

Why would they trade one of their best players if they're trying to compete for a postseason berth in 2026?

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