D-backs manager Lovullo discusses Marte's knee testing in Phoenix
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo reported that Ketel Marte has returned to Phoenix for evaluation of his left knee. Marte, who is on the restricted list for personal reasons, missed a game against the Boston Red Sox. Lovullo expressed hope that Marte would return to play this season, highlighting his value to the team. Marte has batted.249 with 21 home runs and 67 RBIs in 118 games this season. This situation follows a similar incident last season when Marte took a leave after his home was broken into during the All-Star break.
- •Ketel Marte is in Phoenix for knee testing.
- •Lovullo expressed hope for Marte's return this season.
- •Marte has 21 home runs and 67 RBIs in 2026.
- •He is currently on the restricted list due to personal issues.
- •This is the second consecutive season Marte has faced similar circumstances.
- 11:47 PMESPN — Marte in Phoenix after no-show for knee testing
- 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — D-backs manager Lovullo: Marte returns to Phoenix for knee testing, hopeful he can play again in '26
"Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said he has been told that Ketel Marte traveled back to Phoenix for tests on his left knee and was a bit surprised at the lack of communication with the All-Star second baseman. Asked if he thought Marte would play for Arizona again this year, Lovullo said he hoped so. A three-time All-Star, Marte is hitting .249 with 21 home runs and 67 RBIs over 118 games this season.
"Ketel Marte, who was placed on the restricted list after failing to show up to Monday's game, has traveled back to Phoenix for tests on his left knee, D-backs manager Torey Lovullo said.
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External links- ESPNAug 18, 2026, 11:47 PMMarte in Phoenix after no-show for knee testing
Ketel Marte, who was placed on the restricted list after failing to show up to Monday's game, has traveled back to Phoenix for tests on his left knee, D-backs manager Torey Lovullo said.
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 10:07 PMD-backs manager Lovullo: Marte returns to Phoenix for knee testing, hopeful he can play again in '26
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said he has been told that Ketel Marte traveled back to Phoenix for tests on his left knee and was a bit surprised at the lack of communication with the All-Star second baseman. Asked if he thought Marte would play for Arizona again this year, Lovullo said he hoped so. A three-time All-Star, Marte is hitting .249 with 21 home runs and 67 RBIs over 118 games this season.
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