History of Ketel Marte in Timeline
Ketel Marte is a Dominican professional baseball second baseman currently playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks in MLB. He debuted in the MLB in 2015 with the Seattle Mariners before being traded to Arizona. Marte has been selected as the starting second baseman for the All-Star Game in both 2019 and 2024. In 2023, he was named the NLCS MVP, contributing significantly to the Diamondbacks winning their first pennant since 2001.
October 12, 1993: Ketel Marte's Birth
On October 12, 1993, Ketel Ricardo Marte Valdez was born. He is a Dominican professional baseball second baseman.
2001: Diamondbacks last pennant
In 2001, the Arizona Diamondbacks won their last pennant, prior to Marte's team winning in 2023
August 13, 2010: Signed with the Seattle Mariners
On August 13, 2010, Marte signed with the Seattle Mariners as an international free agent.
2011: Professional Debut
In 2011, Ketel Marte made his professional debut for the Dominican Summer League Mariners.
2012: لعب مع Everett AquaSox و Clinton LumberKings
In 2012, Ketel Marte played with the Everett AquaSox of the Class A-Short Season Northwest League and Clinton LumberKings of the Class A Midwest League.
2013: Played with Clinton and High Desert Mavericks
In 2013, Marte played with Clinton and the High Desert Mavericks of the Class A-Advanced California League, batting .295.
November 20, 2014: Added to 40-Man Roster
On November 20, 2014, Ketel Marte was placed on the Mariners' 40-man roster.
July 31, 2015: Promoted to Major Leagues
On July 31, 2015, the Seattle Mariners promoted Ketel Marte to the major leagues.
2015: MLB Debut with the Mariners
In 2015, Ketel Marte made his Major League Baseball debut with the Seattle Mariners.
November 23, 2016: Traded to Arizona Diamondbacks
On November 23, 2016, Ketel Marte and Taijuan Walker were traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks for Jean Segura, Mitch Haniger, and Zac Curtis.
2016: Trade to the Diamondbacks
In 2016, Ketel Marte was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks during the offseason.
2016: Struggles and Trade Attempts
In 2016, Marte struggled, batting .259, and the Mariners attempted to trade him for Zack Cozart.
2017: Promoted to Diamondbacks
In 2017, after starting with the Reno Aces, Marte was promoted to the Diamondbacks on June 28 and hit two triples in the National League Wild Card Game.
2018: Leads MLB in Triples
In 2018, Ketel Marte led all of MLB in triples with 12 after being moved to second base.
2019: All-Star Game Selection
In 2019, Ketel Marte was named the starting second baseman for the All-Star Game.
2019: Named All-Star Starter
In 2019, Ketel Marte was named the starting second baseman for the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
April 8, 2021: Injured List Placement
On April 8, 2021, Ketel Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right hamstring strain.
March 29, 2022: Contract Extension with Diamondbacks
On March 29, 2022, Ketel Marte signed a five-year, $76 million contract extension with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
2023: NLCS MVP and Pennant
In 2023, Ketel Marte won the NLCS MVP award as the Arizona Diamondbacks secured their first pennant since 2001.
2023: NLCS MVP and World Series Run
In 2023, Ketel Marte won the NLCS MVP, extended his postseason hitting streak to an MLB record 20 games, and reached the World Series.
August 19, 2024: Injured List Placement
On August 19, 2024, Ketel Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left ankle sprain.
2024: Second All-Star Game Selection
In 2024, Ketel Marte was named the starting second baseman for the All-Star Game for the second time in his career.
April 2, 2025: Signed Contract Extension
On April 2, 2025, the Diamondbacks signed Ketel Marte to a six-year contract extension worth $116.5 million guaranteed.
April 5, 2025: Injured List Placement
On April 5, 2025, Ketel Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
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