Diamondbacks discuss Ketel Marte trade while targeting slugger Teruaki Sato
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:04 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

The Arizona Diamondbacks are contemplating a trade involving second baseman Ketel Marte and are pursuing Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato. Sato, a 28-year-old left-handed hitter from the Hanshin Tigers, won this year’s Triple Crown in Japan. The Diamondbacks face budget constraints and aim to balance their lineup, particularly against right-handed pitching. Discussions regarding Marte’s future are advanced, with a potential early resolution hoped for as offseason activity increases. Sato could command a five-year deal over $100 million, complicating the Diamondbacks' financial planning.
- •Diamondbacks consider trading Ketel Marte, earning $13.75 million next year.
- •Team targets Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato, a Triple Crown winner.
- •The organization is looking to balance the lineup with left-handed hitters.
- •Budget concerns may impact the pursuit of Sato's potential contract.
- •Discussions about Marte are more advanced than typical for this offseason.
- 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks mull Marte trade, target a run at Japanese star slugger
"The Arizona Diamondbacks, looking for a left-handed bat to balance their lineup, aim to pursue Japanese star Teruaki Sato.
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