Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Starling Marte

Discover the career path of Starling Marte, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Starling Marte is a Dominican professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the New York Mets in MLB. Debuting in 2012 with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Marte has also played for the Diamondbacks, Marlins, and Athletics. A two-time All-Star and Gold Glove Award winner, Marte is recognized for his speed and fielding ability. In 2021, he led MLB in stolen bases with 47. Currently, he leads all active MLB players in stolen bases (354) and triples (55).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2007: Signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates

In 2007, Starling Marte signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates as a center fielder and played in the minor leagues.

2010: Played for Bradenton Marauders

In 2010, Starling Marte played 60 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates' Class-A affiliate, the Bradenton Marauders, achieving a .315 batting average.

November 18, 2011: Added to Pirates 40-Man Roster

On November 18, 2011, Starling Marte was added to the Pittsburgh Pirates 40-man roster.

July 26, 2012: MLB Promotion and First Career Home Run

On July 26, 2012, Starling Marte was promoted to the major leagues by the Pittsburgh Pirates, becoming the first graduate of their Latin American complex to reach the MLB. He hit a home run on the first pitch he faced from Dallas Keuchel of the Houston Astros.

2012: MLB Debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates

In 2012, Starling Marte made his Major League Baseball debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

June 25, 2013: First Multi-Home Run Game

On June 25, 2013, Starling Marte had his first multi-home run game, hitting two home runs against Jeff Locke in a 9–4 victory over the Seattle Mariners.

March 28, 2014: Signed 6-Year Deal with Pirates

On March 28, 2014, Starling Marte and the Pittsburgh Pirates finalized a 6-year, $31 million deal.

2017: Played 77 Games in 2017

In 2017, Starling Marte played in 77 games, batting .275/.333/379 with 7 home runs, 31 RBI, and 21 stolen bases.

2018: Played 145 Games in 2018

In 2018, Starling Marte played in 145 games, batting .277/.327/.460 with 20 home runs, 72 RBI, and 33 stolen bases.

July 13, 2019: 100th Career Home Run

On July 13, 2019, in a game against the Chicago Cubs, Starling Marte hit the 99th and 100th home runs of his career off of Jon Lester and Randy Rosario.

January 27, 2020: Traded to Arizona Diamondbacks

On January 27, 2020, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded Starling Marte and cash considerations to the Arizona Diamondbacks for Liover Peguero, Brennan Malone, and international bonus pool signing money.

August 31, 2020: Traded to Miami Marlins

On August 31, 2020, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Starling Marte to the Miami Marlins for Caleb Smith, Humberto Mejía, and Julio Frias.

July 28, 2021: Traded to Oakland Athletics

On July 28, 2021, the Miami Marlins traded Starling Marte along with cash considerations to the Oakland Athletics for Jesús Luzardo.

November 30, 2021: Signed with New York Mets

On November 30, 2021, Starling Marte signed a four-year, $78 million contract with the New York Mets.

2024: 1,500th career hit and 150th Career Home Run

In 2024, Starling Marte recorded the 1,500th hit of his career on April 6 and hit his 150th career home run on April 17. He missed two months of the season due to a bone bruise in his right knee, returning on August 18.

2024: Game 5 National League Championship Series

In Game 5 of the National League Championship Series in 2024, Starling Marte had the best postseason game of his career, hitting three doubles and driving in 3 RBI on four hits, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 12–6.