Ketel Marte addresses unexplained absence from Arizona Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte addressed his recent unexplained absence on Monday, acknowledging that he failed team manager Torey Lovullo. The player missed a game against the Boston Red Sox without providing initial clarification to the organization. While Lovullo expressed support for the player, he declined to provide any guarantee that future unauthorized absences would not occur. Lovullo confirmed during discussions with reporters that this incident was not the first time Marte has been absent from the team without permission. Marte did not offer specific details regarding the reasons for his time away from the club. The organization has not announced any further disciplinary measures or formal consequences following the situation. Marte remains with the team as they continue their current schedule.

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