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Baseball Biography

Ketel Marte

“Ketel”

Dominican · Porlamar, Venezuela · Born 12 October 1993

Second Baseman
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Arizona Diamondbacks switch-hitting second baseman whose smooth swing, consistent contact and clutch hitting have made him one of the most reliable offensive contributors in the National League.

Ketel Marte is the Arizona Diamondbacks' versatile All-Star second baseman, a gifted hitter with above-average power and exceptional plate discipline. His ability to hit from either side of the plate with equal effectiveness and his outstanding 2023 postseason performance — including a homer-heavy run through the playoffs — confirmed him as one of the NL's most complete hitters.

Famous For

Versatile utility player, All-Star second baseman/outfielder

Playing Style

How They Played

Switch-hitting utility player with speed and defensive versatility

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Elite switch-hitter and Gold Glove defender for Arizona Diamondbacks

Career Journey

Timeline

2015 📌 MLB debut with Seattle Mariners
2017 📌 Traded to Arizona Diamondbacks
2019 🥇 First MLB All-Star selection
2019 🥇 Gold Glove Award winner at second base
2021 🥇 Second All-Star selection
2023 🏆 Helped Diamondbacks reach World Series
2023 🥇 Third All-Star selection
Career Timeline — Ketel Marte
2015
MLB debut with Seattle Mariners
2017
Traded to Arizona Diamondbacks
2019
First MLB All-Star selection
2019
Gold Glove Award winner at second base
2021
Second All-Star selection
2023
Helped Diamondbacks reach World Series
2023
Third All-Star selection