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 a free agent, known for his speed and defensive skills. He debuted in MLB in 2012 and has played for several teams including the Pirates, Diamondbacks, Marlins, Athletics, and Mets. A two-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner, Marte led the major leagues in stolen bases in 2021. He is the active MLB leader in both stolen bases and triples.
In 2007, Starling Marte signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates and played primarily as a center fielder in the minor leagues.
In 2010, Starling Marte played 60 games for the Bradenton Marauders, the Pirates' Class-A affiliate, achieving a .315 batting average, 16 doubles, 5 triples, and 22 stolen bases.
On November 18, 2011, Starling Marte was added to the Pittsburgh Pirates 40-man roster.
On July 26, 2012, Starling Marte was promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates, becoming the first graduate of their Latin American complex to reach the majors. He hit a home run on the first pitch he faced in his major league career against the Houston Astros.
In 2012, Starling Marte made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
On March 28, 2014, Starling Marte and the Pittsburgh Pirates finalized a 6-year, $31 million deal.
In 2017, Starling Marte played 77 games, batting .275/.333/379 with 7 home runs, 31 RBI, and 21 stolen bases.
In 2018, Starling Marte played in 145 games, batting .277/.327/.460 with 20 home runs, 72 RBI, and 33 stolen bases.
On January 27, 2020, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded Starling Marte and cash considerations to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
On August 31, 2020, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded Starling Marte to the Miami Marlins.
On July 28, 2021, the Miami Marlins traded Starling Marte to the Oakland Athletics.
On November 30, 2021, Starling Marte signed a four-year, $78 million contract with the New York Mets.
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