Starling Marte
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MLB Player Data
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Jun 15 2025Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been a lineup regular of late and has an .865 OPS through 11 games in June, but he'll take a seat Sunday. Francisco Lindor is resting his legs as the designated hitter while Luisangel Acuna receives a start at shortstop.
Jun 13 2025Marte went 3-for-4 with three RBI and a walk in Friday's 7-5 loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The three RBI set a season high for Marte, who is heating up at the dish lately. Over his last 30 at-bats, Marte is hitting .333 with one home run, two doubles, four RBI and eight runs scored. Marte has essentially been functioning as New York's primary designated hitter while Mark Vientos (hamstring) and Jesse Winker (oblique) have been sidelined, so he has a short-term boost in fantasy appeal.
Jun 5 2025Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double, a walk and two runs scored during Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte picked up his first multi-hit game in 10 appearances, reaching four out of five times Thursday. That included his fourth home run of the season and first in June. The 36-year-old, who entered the game with just four hits in his last 17 at-bats, will hope this game can get him going as his current batting average of .240 in 104 at-bats is on track for the lowest of his career.
May 31 2025Marte went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Friday's win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start at DH and batting sixth against Kyle Freeland, Marte took the southpaw deep in the fourth inning for his third homer of the season. It was the 36-year-old's first start since May 24, and while he's being deployed in a short-side platoon role right now, Marte's been productive in May when he's gotten an opportunity, slashing .316/.422/.421 through 46 plate appearances on the month with one homer, one steal, four runs and four RBI.
May 25 2025Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Brandon Nimmo (neck) remains on the bench for the series finale, Marte will take a seat after starting in each of the Mets' last three games and going 3-for-10 with two walks, an RBI and a run. Assuming Nimmo doesn't require a stint on the injured list and is back in the lineup within the next few days, the Mets will likely continue to deploy Marte primarily against left-handed pitching.
May 11 2025Marte will serve as the Mets' designated hitter and No. 6 batter in Sunday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had been occupying the short side of a platoon at DH with Jesse Winker (oblique) until the latter landed on the injured list Monday. Winker's absence hasn't opened up additional playing time for Marte though, as the veteran has been on the bench for each of the Mets' last three matchups against a right-handed starter. He'll get the nod Sunday versus southpaw Matthew Boyd, but manager Carlos Mendoza looks like he'll rotate other players through the DH spot against righties until Winker returns.
May 7 2025Marte is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's contest in Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is set to be the Mets' primary designated hitter while Jesse Winker (oblique) is sidelined, but he'll get a breather in Wednesday's matinee. Brandon Nimmo will be the club's DH, while Jeff McNeil patrols left field.
May 4 2025Marte went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a stolen base in a 5-4 loss to the Cardinals in Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte opened the doubleheader on the bench for Game 1 before starting Game 2 in right field to give Juan Soto a break from defensive duties. Marte is up to three steals over 23 games this season, though his .193/.299/.333 slash line is nothing special. The outfielder has been in a part-time role for much of 2025, but he could have a clearer path to at-bats either at designated hitter or in the corner outfield after Jesse Winker (side) exited Game 1 on Sunday. Winker is expected to require a trip to the injured list.
Apr 30 2025Marte went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and a walk in Tuesday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte helped pad the Mets' early lead with a two-run homer in the third to put them up 6-0. It was his second home run of the season, with his other one coming back on March 31. Marte now has four RBI over his last three games and has reached base in four straight. For the year, he's slashing just .184/.305/.347 with 10 RBI, seven runs, two steals and a 4:11 BB:K in 59 plate appearances.
Apr 14 2025Marte is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had started four of the previous five games at designated hitter, but the surge in playing time seems to be result of Jesse Winker having battled flu-like symptoms for much of the past week. With Winker back in lineup for the first time since last Monday, Marte looks set to occupy the short side of a platoon at DH moving forward. Marte is batting .192 with a home run and a stolen base over his 32 plate appearances on the season.
Apr 13 2025Marte is not in the Mets' starting lineup against the Athletics on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will begin Sunday's game in the dugout after going 1-for-9 with two RBI and three strikeouts over the first two games of the series. Mark Vientos will serve as the designated hitter while Luisangel Acuna and Brett Baty start at second and third base, respectively.
Mar 31 2025Marte went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Monday's 10-4 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making a spot start at the leadoff position for Francisco Lindor (personal), Marte went yard off Marlins right-hander Cal Quantrill in the opening frame as the designated hitter. It's unclear how often Marte will play in the outfield in 2025 after he was limited in spring training by a right knee bone bruise, and he's unlikely to bat first once Lindor rejoins the team. That said, Marte's fantasy appeal will remain capped while operating on the weak side of a platoon at DH with the left-handed-hitting Jesse Winker.
Mar 21 2025Marte is making his first start in the outfield this spring Friday, handling right field in the Mets' game versus the Cardinals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's first six contests this spring all came at designated hitter as he eased into things following his recovery from a bone bruise in his right knee, but he's now ready to roam the outfield. The 36-year-old is expected to serve in a short-side platoon role at designated hitter this season but should see the occasional start in the outfield, as well.
Mar 10 2025Marte was pleased with the way his knee responded while running the bases during Monday's exhibition against the Cardinals, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte slotted in as the team's designated hitter Monday and expects to progress to outfield play at some point over the next few days as the club eases him back into action. The 36-year-old laced a double during the second inning and said he had no trouble reaching second base and even thought about trying for third, per Feinsand. It'll be worth keeping an eye on how he handles the field later in the week, but all signs point to Marte being a full go for Opening Day.
Mar 7 2025Marte (knee) has yet to appear in a Grapefruit League game, but the Mets aren't overly concerned about his availability for Opening Day, Tim Britton and Will Sammon of The Athletic report. "Basically, I've played through pain my entire career. I'm used to it. I'll keep doing it," Marte said earlier in camp. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets haven't yet provided a specific date for the 36-year-old to see his first game action this spring, but Marte has been taking part in fielding drills and batting practice. While he was able to suit up for only 94 regular-season games in 2024, plus six more in the playoffs, Marte's numbers rebounded somewhat from a brutal 2023. He's ticketed for a short-side platoon role at DH and in the outfield corners this season, but with Brandon Nimmo also now dealing with a knee issue, there could be more at-bats available than expected for Marte early in the campaign.
Mar 3 2025Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday that Marte (knee) should get into games in "the next few days," Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's yet to be determined whether it will come in a Grapefruit League contest or a minor-league game, but either way it's a good sign for Marte's progression from right knee soreness. The veteran outfielder has been battling soreness in his right knee off and on since at least last summer. Marte is expected to be ready for Opening Day and is projected to serve in a short-side platoon at designated hitter.
Feb 26 2025Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Wednesday that Marte (knee) will begin taking live batting practice in early March, but the veteran outfielder doesn't have a target date for playing in Grapefruit League games, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the Mets reportedly dangled Marte in trade talks during the offseason, he's poised to stick around in New York for a fourth season. However, Marte may have to settle for a lesser role than he's handled in the past. Over the past two seasons, Marte has submitted a .258/.314/.357 slash line (90 wRC+) over 711 plate appearances, with injuries costing him significant time and hindering his overall production when he's been healthy enough to play. While Marte was available during the Mets' playoff run last fall, DiComo notes that he's been battling soreness in his right knee off and on since at least last summer. In an effort to preserve Marte's health heading into the start of the season, the Mets have been easing the 36-year-old along slowly during spring training, with Mendoza noting that Marte has had "some good days, some not so good," during his running progression, per Tim Healey of Newsday. The expectation remains that Marte will be ready to go for Opening Day, despite lacking a clear timeline for his Grapefruit League debut.
Feb 15 2025Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Saturday that Marte will platoon with Jesse Winker at DH this season, Jorge Castillo of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-handed-hitting Marte will end up on the short side of the platoon, but Mendoza added that the 36-year-old could make an occasional start in the outfield to keep him in the lineup as much as possible. Marte logged 113 regular-season plate appearances against southpaws last season, slashing .310/.384/.460 with two home runs and 12 RBI.
Sep 30 2024Marte is not in the lineup for the first game of Monday's doubleheader against Atlanta, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is in a 1-for-15 mini-slump over his last five games and has not homered since June 12. He will yield to Tyrone Taylor in right field for the first contest, with Harrison Bader patrolling center field.
Sep 27 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After making four straight starts, Marte will take a seat for Friday's series opener in Milwaukee. Jesse Winker will fill right field while JD Martinez plays DH.
Sep 19 2024Marte is absent from the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Phillies, Laura Albanese of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets have been careful not to overload Marte with too much playing time since he returned from a knee injury last month. This is the third time he's been out of the lineup over the last five games, although he missed one of those due to a minor forearm issue. Jesse Winker is in right field for the series opener Thursday.
Sep 18 2024Marte went 1-for-4 with a walk, two RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 10-0 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte missed two games with a forearm injury after he was hit by a pitch Saturday, though he appeared off the bench Monday. He went 4-for-10 with two walks and three RBI during this three-game series against the Nationals. The veteran outfielder has maintained a .275/.326/.399 slash line with 16 steals on 17 attempts, seven home runs, 40 RBI and 42 runs scored over 86 contests in another injury-plagued campaign.
Sep 17 2024Marte (forearm) is starting in right field and batting second Tuesday against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old sat out of the lineup the previous two games due to a forearm issue, though his return Tuesday isn't a surprise after he came off the bench and went 1-for-2 with an RBI in Monday's contest. Marte has a .259/.344/.370 slash line with a double, a triple and seven RBI through nine games in September.
Sep 16 2024Marte (forearm) is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be on the bench for a second day in a row while he tends to a forearm injury, which he suffered when he was hit by a pitch in Saturday's game against the Phillies. The Mets are viewing Marte as day-to-day, and the expectation is that he'll avoid a stint on the injured list. Jesse Winker will cover right field in Marte's stead Monday.
Sep 15 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies and is considered day-to-day with a forearm injury, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte received precautionary X-rays following Saturday's game against the Phillies after getting hit by a pitch in the eighth inning. He stayed in the game and went 2-for-2 with one triple and three RBI in the loss. The X-rays came back negative, so while Marte appears to have avoided a major injury, he'll take a seat for Sunday's series finale. He could return to the lineup for the Mets' upcoming three-game series versus the Nationals that begins Monday.
Sep 13 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will be on the bench for the fourth time in eight games, with Tyrone Taylor filling right field Friday. Since being activated from the injured list Aug. 18, Marte is 12-for-56 (.214) with three doubles, four RBI and three stolen bases.
Sep 10 2024Marte is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game in Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets continue to give Marte regular days off, as he's been out of the lineup for one game of each series since he returned from the injured list last month. DJ Stewart will play right field and bat seventh Tuesday.
Sep 7 2024Marte isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will grab a seat on the bench after going 4-for-17 with two RBI across his last five games. While he rests, Brandon Nimmo, Harrison Bader and Jesse Winker will make up New York's outfield unit.
Sep 4 2024Marte is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has received one day off per series since he returned from the injured list last month and that will continue Wednesday as he gets a breather for the series finale versus Boston. Tyrone Taylor will patrol right field for the Mets.
Aug 30 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will yield to Jesse Winker in right field for the second time in four games. Marte is slashing .274/.320/.405 in 296 plate appearances this season.
Aug 29 2024Marte went 2-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte went down on strikes in each of his first two trips to the plate before reaching on an infield single in the top of the sixth and then stealing second. The outfielder would later come home on a sacrifice fly from Pete Alonso and also added a double in the eighth, marking his first multi-hit performance since returning from the injured list in mid-August. Marte has now hit safely in six of seven games since being activated, going 7-for-25 (.280) over that stretch with two doubles, two stolen bases and two runs scored.
Aug 27 2024Marte is out of the Mets' lineup Tuesday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has appeared in six games since returning from the injured list, but Tuesday will be his third time out of the lineup since his return. As the outfielder gets eased back into action, Jesse Winker has the start in right field Tuesday, batting fifth.
Aug 22 2024Marte isn't in the Mets' lineup Thursday versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has recorded a hit in all three games he's played in since returning from the injured list Sunday, but he'll sit down for Thursday's contest while the Mets continue to ease him back into action. Jeff McNeil will handle right field duties while Jose Iglesias starts at the keystone.
Aug 20 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte started in back-to-back games -- one against a RHP and one against a LHP --after being activated from the 10-day injured list Sunday but will take a seat Tuesday. The 35-year-old missed nearly two months with a bruised right knee, so it's likely that Tuesday is nothing more than a rest day for Marte. In his place, Jesse Winker will bat sixth and play right field.
Aug 18 2024The Mets reinstated Marte (knee) from the 10-day injured list, and he's starting in right field and batting fifth Sunday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old has been sidelined nearly two months due to a bruised right knee, but he'll rejoin the Mets after a five-game rehab assignment in the minor leagues. Marte was hitting well in June with an .817 OPS in 14 games prior to the injury and will look to pick up where he left off.
Aug 16 2024Marte (knee) is scheduled to play nine innings for Triple-A Syracuse on Friday and could be activated Sunday, Laura Albanese of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was trending toward returning sometime this weekend and it appears as though Sunday is the outfielder's target date. Manager Carlos Mendoza indicated that Marte would need to play seven innings in the field on back-to-back days before the Mets would feel comfortable bringing him back. After playing a full nine innings Thursday with Syracuse, Marte is slated to complete Mendoza's requirement Friday. Still, it's unclear how big of a role Marte will play once he's back with the big-league club, as deadline acquisition Jesse Winker has been the team's everyday right fielder recently.
Aug 12 2024The Mets could activate Marte (knee) from the 10-day injured list as soon as this weekend, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte began a rehab assignment last Wednesday and has appeared in three games in the minors, going 2-for-7 with a solo home run, a walk and a stolen base. The first two of those games came at Single-A St. Lucie before he shifted his assignment to Double-A Binghamton on Sunday. Though Marte hasn't experienced any setbacks with the bone bruise in his right knee while on assignment, the Mets want him to get in some more action in the upper levels of the minors before reinstating him. More specifically, manager Carlos Mendoza said that Marte needs to play seven innings in right field on back-to-back days before the Mets would feel comfortable bringing back. Marte had been the Mets' everyday right fielder before he landed on the shelf June 25, but he may have to settle for a timeshare or even the short side of a platoon at the position after New York added the lefty-hitting Jesse Winker to its outfield ranks ahead of the trade deadline.
Aug 8 2024Marte (knee) went 1-for-3 with a stolen base and two strikeouts Wednesday in the first game of his rehab assignment with Single-A St. Lucie. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He hit an opposite-field single in his first at-bat and then stole second base. Marte started at designated hitter in this one and his rehab assignment is expected to move to Double-A Binghamton by the end of the week. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com speculates Marte could be ready to be activated Tuesday against the Athletics at the beginning of next week's homestand.
Jul 31 2024Marte (knee) will report to Single-A St. Lucie on Monday to begin a rehab assignment, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's expected to move his rehab up to Double-A Binghamton by the end of next week. While the Mets haven't revealed a target date for Marte's return, the team could be eyeing the start of its homestand Aug. 13 for the outfielder to come off the 10-day injured list. Marte has been sidelined since late June with a right knee bone bruise.
Jul 30 2024Marte (knee) hopes to launch a rehab assignment as soon as next week, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been on the 10-day injured list since June 25 with a right knee bone bruise, but he appears to be nearing a return to game action. The 35-year-old had produced a .351 average with five extra-base hits, including a home run, 11 RBI, 11 runs scored and four stolen bases over his final 57 at-bats prior to going down with the injury.
Jul 25 2024Marte (knee) is hoping to begin a running progression this week, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte resumed baseball activities last week and is looking to continue to ramp up his rehab program. He has been shelved since late June with a right knee bone bruise and will require a rehab assignment before being activated, so the veteran outfielder would still appear to be several weeks away from a return.
Jul 19 2024Marte (knee) played catch and hit off a tee Friday, Paige Leckie of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets have been taking it slowly with Marte's recovery from a right knee contusion that's sidelined him since June 22. The team will continue to ease him into action to try and avoid any setbacks for the oft-injured veteran, who hasn't played more than 120 games in a season since 2019.
Jul 14 2024Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Sunday that Marte is without a timeline for a return from the 10-day injured list while his recovery from a bone bruise in his right knee remains "slow still," Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Nearly three weeks removed from landing on the IL on June 25, Marte is still dealing with pain in his knee and hasn't yet been cleared to resume baseball activities. The Mets had been hoping that Marte would be ready to come off the IL in around four weeks in a best-case scenario, but based on where he currently stands in his recovery, it's apparent that he'll need more time to heal up. On a positive note, Marte has been able to work out in the weight room while he's been sidelined, but a clearer target date for his return from the IL won't emerge until he's able to take part in hitting, running and fielding drills.
Jun 25 2024Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday that Marte (knee) will be sidelined for "at least four weeks," Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will be shut down for 15 days to allow a right knee bone bruise to heal and will need time to ramp things back up after that. A rehab assignment at some point before activation seems likely. Ben Gamel replaced Marte on the roster and could see some reps in right field, although DJ Stewart and Tyrone Taylor should be higher in the pecking order. Taylor is starting in right Tuesday after Stewart started there in the Mets' previous game Sunday.
Jun 24 2024Marte has been advised to rest for the next 15 days after being diagnosed with bone inflammation in his right knee, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was sent for an MRI on Monday after experiencing soreness in his right knee, and while the team has yet to confirm that he'll be placed on the injured list, he figures to be sidelined for at least the next few weeks. Marte will likely be re-evaluated following the 15-day shutdown period to determine the next steps in his recovery.
Jun 22 2024Marte (knee) won't play in Sunday's game against the Cubs and will receive an MRI on Monday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was removed from Saturday's game with right knee soreness, an issue that's lingered throughout June. The Mets will give Marte a day to rest before undergoing imaging on Monday's team day off to see if there's any structural damage.
Jun 17 2024Marte is absent from the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rangers starter Jon Gray has held Marte in check during their matchups, with Marte producing a 611 OPS in 20 plate appearances. Marte will begin Monday's game on the bench as DJ Stewart spells him in right field.
Jun 15 2024Marte is not in the lineup for Saturday's contest against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was in the lineup for each of the previous four games, but he will receive a day of rest Saturday. DJ Stewart is handling right field for the Mets in this one.
Jun 12 2024Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a walk, two total runs and two total RBI in Monday's 10-4 victory against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte swatted a 434-foot solo shot in the fifth inning and added an RBI single in the eighth. The veteran outfielder finished with two hits for the third straight game. He's on a hot streak that has lasted more than two weeks -- Marte has seven multi-hit efforts in 10 contests since May 29 and is batting .471 (16-for-34) with nine RBI, eight runs and two stolen bases over that stretch.
Jun 9 2024Marte is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was scratched from Wednesday's lineup against the Nationals due to a right knee issue, but the 35-year-old outfielder was able to make the trip to London. He started in Saturday's 7-2 loss, going 2-for-4 with an RBI double in the first inning. With Marte beginning Sunday's game in the dugout, the lefty-hitting DJ Stewart will start in right field and bat fifth against Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker.
Jun 8 2024Marte (knee) is starting in right field and batting fifth Saturday against the Phillies, Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A knee issue forced Marte to be scratched from New York's lineup prior to Wednesday's contest, but the problem appears to have subsided ahead of New York's two-game series against Philly in London. The 35-year-old outfielder has been on a tear as of late, going 10-for-22 with six RBI and five runs scored across his last six games.
Jun 5 2024Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Marte was scratched from the lineup prior to Wednesday's game in Washington due to a right knee issue, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he played all nine innings of Tuesday's 6-3 win while going 1-for-3 with a triple, a walk, two runs and two RBI, Marte informed the Mets on Wednesday that his knee was bothering him at points during the previous night's game. The Mets elected to scratch Marte from the lineup for the series finale as a matter of precaution, but Mendoza said that he has a low level of concern for the outfielder's injury. Marte will still be available off the bench Wednesday, and with off days Thursday and Friday, the expectation is that he'll be back in the lineup Saturday for the start of the Mets' two-game series in London versus the Phillies.
Jun 3 2024Marte went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a stolen base in Monday's 8-7 win over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been on a heater, recording multiple hits four times in his past five games. During that span, the 35-year-old is batting .473 (9-for-19) with four RBI, two steals and three runs scored. Marte is now up to a .275 batting average on the season with six home runs, 23 RBI, 30 runs scored and 10 steals in 224 plate appearances.
Jun 2 2024Marte is on the bench for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has started the last five games in right field for the Mets, batting 6-for-17 with four RBI and one stolen base in that stretch. DJ Stewart will get the start in right field and bat fifth Sunday, with Brandon Nimmo and Tyrone Taylor filling out New York's outfield.
Jun 1 2024Marte went 2-for-4 with a triple, four RBI, a run scored and a walk in Friday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte ripped a bases-clearing triple in the first inning and followed it up with an RBI single in the fourth. After a 3-for-19 slump over nine games, he closed out May with three straight multi-hit performances. Marte boosted his slash line to .271/.321/.407 with nine steals, 23 RBI and 28 runs scored through 216 plate appearances.
May 31 2024Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Thursday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder ended a 12-game drought on the basepaths while recording his second straight multi-hit performance. Marte is batting .333 (10-for-30) over the last 12 games, a hot streak that has boosted his slash line on the season to .267/.314/.395 with six homers, nine steals, 19 RBI and 27 runs in 52 contests.
May 28 2024Marte is not in the lineup for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will surely be back among the starting nine for the second contest, but he'll begin the first one on the bench as the Dodgers send tough right-hander Tyler Glasnow to the hill. DJ Stewart will patrol right field in the first game.
May 26 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will get a breather for the day game after he started in both of the first two games of the series while going 2-for-8 with a solo home run and an additional run. DJ Stewart will check in for Marte in right field.
May 22 2024Marte isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game in Cleveland, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte slugged a home run in Tuesday's 7-6 loss to Cleveland, but he'll get a breather for the Wednesday afternoon tilt. DJ Stewart will fill in in right field for Marte.
May 20 2024Marte was ejected from Monday's game against the Guardians after arguing a called third strike, SportsNet New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte didn't agree with a called strike three to end the top half of the fourth inning, and he was ejected while walking out to his position in the bottom half of the frame. Tyrone Taylor replaced Marte in right field.
May 19 2024Marte is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets will roll with an outfield consisting of Tyrone Taylor, Harrison Bader and DJ Stewart from left to right, with Brandon Nimmo at DH against right-hander Sixto Sanchez. Marte remains a regular in Queens and he's picked it up a bit at the plate recently, collecting multiple hits in three of his last five starts.
May 17 2024Marte went 2-for-5 with a run scored and a stolen base in Thursday's extra-innings win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the fourth multi-hit performance for Marte in May, but he has just four total hits in his other 10 contests on the month. The veteran outfielder is a perfect 8-for-8 on the season in steal attempts though, keeping his fantasy value afloat despite a lackluster .259/.305/.370 slash line that comes with four homers, 15 RBI and 21 runs in 35 games.
May 8 2024Marte is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had started each of the Mets' first seven games of May, going 6-for-30 (.200 average) with one extra-base hit (a double) and one stolen base. His absence Wednesday looks to be little more than a maintenance day as the Mets and Cardinals wrap up their series with a day game after a night game.
May 5 2024Marte went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base in Saturday's loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte drove in the Mets' only run of the game with an RBI single following a leadoff double from Brandon Nimmo in the top of the first inning. The right fielder added another single and a walk in the contest while also swiping his seventh bag of the season. Marte has struggled a bit at the plate as of late and is batting just .188 (3-for-16) in May. However, he's also tallied multiple hits in five of his last 11 games.
Apr 30 2024The Mets activated Marte from the bereavement list Tuesday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is not, however, in Tuesday's lineup versus the Cubs, but he'll be available off the bench after missing the previous three games. DJ Stewart is in right field Tuesday.
Apr 29 2024Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday that he expects Marte (personal) to be activated from the bereavement list Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte missed the final two games of the Mets' weekend series against the Cardinals and remains unavailable Monday versus the Cubs, but his return to the team looks to be imminent. Tyrone Taylor will draw a third straight start in the outfield Monday but will move back to a bench role once Marte is activated.
Apr 27 2024Marte was placed on the bereavement list Saturday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Carlos Mendoza said he expects Marte to be away from the team for three days as he tends to more important matters. Mark Vientos will come up from Triple-A Syracuse to take Marte's spot on the active roster.
Apr 23 2024Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Monday's loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder continues to turn things around after a rough 2023. Marte has six multi-hit performances in the last 11 games, going 15-for-48 (.313) over that stretch to boost his slash line on the season to .286/.330/.451 with four homers, six steals, 12 RBI and 16 runs through 22 contests. The 35-year-old hasn't had a 20-homer campaign since 2019, his final year with the Pirates, but if he can stay healthy he's well on his way to reaching that mark again.
Apr 20 2024Marte went 2-for-5 with a homer run, a stolen base, two runs scored and four RBI in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder supplied the big blow for the Mets with a three-run shot in the sixth inning off Ryan Brasier. Marte has seven multi-hit performances in the last 13 games, and the hot streak has boosted his slash line on the season to .282/.330/.459 with four homers, five steals, 12 RBI and 16 runs.
Apr 18 2024Marte went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder took Bailey Falter deep in the third inning to get the Mets on the board. Marte has been healthy to begin the season and appears to be back in 20-20 form, slashing .267/.321/.413 through 18 games with three homers, three steals, six RBI and 12 runs.
Apr 12 2024Marte went 2-for-5 with a walk, two runs scored and a stolen base in Thursday's win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a rough 2023 in which he never seemed to be 100 percent healthy, Marte has been in much better form to begin the current campaign. The 35-year-old is slashing .271/.340/.354 through 12 games with one homer, three steals, three RBI and eight runs, and he's been moved up to the second spot in the lineup the last couple games. Marte's fantasy outlook would be much improved if he can stick at the top of the order.
Mar 29 2024Marte went 1-for-3 with a home run during Friday's 3-1 loss to Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was the lone bright spot in a Mets lineup that otherwise went hitless Friday and produced just two additional baserunners. Expectations for the 35-year-old outfielder are low after he posted a .625 OPS last season, but hitting a home run off Freddy Peralta could be enough to spark an early-season hot streak.
Mar 14 2024Marte went 0-for-2 in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start in right field and batting fifth, Marte flied out to center field in the second inning before popping out to second base in the fourth. The Mets were hoping the 35-year-old outfielder would return to form after a healthy offseason, but so far this spring Marte is batting a worrying .091 (2-for-22) with zero extra-base hits or steals and a 1:3 BB:K. He's still locked into the starting role in right field and has time yet in camp to turn things around, but after he posted a career-worst .248 batting average and .625 OPS in 2023, expectations for Marte have never been lower.
Feb 27 2024Marte (groin) will make his Grapefruit League debut Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has struggled to stay healthy since undergoing double groin surgery last offseason, but he played in the Dominican Winter League this offseason and reported to spring camp healthy. The veteran outfielder played just 86 games in 2023 and slashed a lackluster 248/.301/.324.
Feb 19 2024Marte reported to camp fully healthy and appears to have put last season's groin issues behind him, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A stint in the Dominican Winter League offered further proof that the 35-year-old outfielder is healthy again, as he stole two bases in 11 postseason games for Leones del Escogido while posting a .388 OBP. Marte underwent core muscle surgery in November 2022 and never seemed to fully bounce back, eventually suiting up for only 86 games in 2023 with a career-worst .248/.301/.324 slash line. He's never been an iron man -- Marte's topped 600 plate appearances only twice in his career, and not since 2018 -- but if he feels like himself again, he might produce something closer to the .301/.365/.463 line he delivered in 2021-22 while averaging 516 PAs.
Jan 3 2024Marte (groin) is making his Dominican Winter League debut Wednesday with Leones del Escogido, Michael Mayer of MetsmerizedOnline.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been practicing with the club and is now in its lineup for the first time, batting second and playing right field. It will be the 35-year-old's first game action since Aug. 5, as his season ended prematurely due to a nagging right groin injury. Marte was considered healthy heading into the offseason, but playing some winter ball should provide him and the Mets with some peace of mind heading into spring training, assuming he has no setbacks. He was limited to only 86 games in 2023, producing a career-low .625 OPS.
Jan 1 2024Marte (groin) is expected to see some game action in the Dominican Winter League soon, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While no firm plan for Marte's first winter ball game has been established, he's been practicing with Leones del Escogido and it sounds like playing in games is imminent. Marte's last regular-season game with the Mets came on Aug. 5, as he was ultimately shut down with a nagging right groin injury. He didn't require surgery and is now considered healthy, but the 35-year-old wanted to knock off some rust in winter ball. The Mets are hoping for a bounce-back campaign from Marte in 2024, but he'll head into the season as a major health risk.
Nov 8 2023President of baseball operations David Stearns said Wednesday that Marte (groin) won't need to undergo surgery during the offseason, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte landed on the injured list in early August due to a right groin strain and ended up missing the rest of the season as a result. Not requiring surgery is good news for Marte's spring training availability, although the 35-year-old outfielder is coming off his worst season at the plate statistically after slashing .248/.301/.324 with 28 RBI over 341 plate appearances.
Sep 27 2023Marte (groin) will not return for the Mets this season, Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had been hoping to return to action at some point this week, but he didn't wind up playing any rehab games as previously scheduled, and the decision has been made to go ahead and shut him down. There's no indication that he's suffered a setback, but rather the Mets seem to have decided there's little incentive in pushing the veteran outfielder back for some relatively meaningless games. Marte will finish the 2023 campaign having slashed only .248/.301/.324 with five home runs and 24 stolen bases across 86 games.
Sep 20 2023Marte (groin) is scheduled to play a pair of rehab games Saturday and Sunday with Triple-A Syracuse, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: If all goes well in those two games, Marte should be cleared to return to the Mets' active roster for their final homestand, which begins Tuesday against the visiting Marlins. Out since early August due to a right groin strain, the veteran outfielder is currently getting simulated reps at the team's spring training complex in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Sep 18 2023Marte (groin) will accompany the Mets on their road trip to Miami this week, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While there's still no guarantee the outfielder will play again in 2023, the Mets remain optimistic Marte will be cleared before the end of September. The 34-year-old has been sidelined since early August due to a groin strain that could be connected to the core muscle surgery he underwent in November 2022, and his career-worst .625 OPS through 86 games this season also suggests he hasn't been fully healthy all year. With two years and over $40 million left on his contract, the Mets have to be hoping he's able to rebound in 2024.
Sep 13 2023Marte (groin) went through a full pregame workout Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is now making steady progress in his recovery from the right groin strain that sent him to the injured list back in early August and told reporters Wednesday that he is aiming to return to the Mets' active roster for the final week of the 2023 regular season. When healthy this year, the veteran outfielder has slashed .248/.301/.324 with five home runs and 24 stolen bases across 86 games.
Sep 3 2023Marte (groin) said Sunday that he had a productive week of physical therapy in Philadelphia and remains optimistic that he'll return from the 10-day injured list before the end of the season, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The non-contending Mets likely won't be eager to bring Marte back from the IL unless he's 100 percent healthy, but he'll at least be given the chance to play again in 2023 if he remains free of setbacks as he navigates the rehab process for his right groin strain. However, if Marte fails to progress in his recovery as anticipated, he'll be at risk of undergoing surgery for the second offseason in a row. Marte previously had surgery last November to address injuries to both of his groins.
Aug 28 2023Mets manager Buck Showalter said Marte (groin) will head to Philadelphia this week to take part in physical therapy, Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list Aug. 7 with what the Mets classified as a right groin strain, but the extent of the injury still remains somewhat hazy. Showalter didn't offer much clarity on that front Monday, nor was the skipper willing to provide any real timeline for Marte to return from the 10-day injured list. Given that Marte underwent surgery last November to repair both of his groin tendons along with the fact that the Mets are out of playoff contention, it wouldn't be surprising if the 34-year-old remained sidelined for the rest of the season.
Aug 25 2023Marte (groin) indicated Friday that he's not close to a return and is unsure he'll make it back before the end of the season, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had indicated recently that he hoped to return to the Mets relatively quickly. However, he received another pain-killing injection in the right side of his groin earlier this week and was more guarded Friday when asked when he might make it back. The outfielder also didn't rule out additional surgery on his groin this offseason after having a pair last winter, saying "that's a conversation that's going to have to be had with the trainers." Marte has been limited to just 86 games this season, producing a lowly .625 OPS.
Aug 14 2023The Mets believe Marte's current groin injury could be related to his offseason core muscle surgery, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder underwent surgery last November to repair separated groin tendons, and while he returned in time for spring training, Marte simply hasn't looked 100 percent all season. While he does have 24 steals in 28 attempts, his .625 OPS is the lowest mark of his career by a significant margin. If lingering issues with his groin are the cause of his 2023 struggles, the Mets would at least have reason to believe he can return to form next season after resting and rehabbing over the winter. The 34-year-old has no timeline for his return, and with New York out of the playoff picture, the team has little incentive to push him back into the lineup down the stretch. Marte has two years and $41.5 million left on his contract after the current campaign.
Aug 13 2023Marte (groin) likely won't be activated off the injured list when eligible Wednesday and could embark on a rehab assignment, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte landed on the injured list Monday and received an injection Tuesday in order to help speed up his recovery process. However, it seems that Marte's return date will still be pushed back, especially if he does end up playing a few games in the minors. There is still a chance Marte returns before the end of August, but he likely won't be urgently rushed back considering the Mets' current position in the postseason race.
Aug 8 2023Marte received an injection in his right groin Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was placed on the 10-day IL on Monday with a right groin strain, and his injection should allow him to resume "light activity" within the next few days. Because the Mets currently aren't in a position to contend for a playoff spot, there likely won't be any rush to get Marte back in the lineup. However, he still figures to return before the end of August.
Aug 7 2023The Mets placed Marte on the 10-day injured list Monday with a right groin strain, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte returned from the IL on Friday after missing about two weeks while recovering from migraine headaches, but after going 0-for-8 in the first two games of the weekend series with the Orioles before sitting out Sunday's loss, the veteran outfielder now finds himself back on the shelf. The Mets haven't provided a timeline for Marte's return, but given the team's status as a non-contender along with the fact that the 34-year-old underwent offseason surgery to repair separated tendons in both of his groins, he looks like a strong bet to miss more than the minimum 10 days. Marte has provided value on the bases (24 steals in 28 attempts), but he's otherwise endured a rough second season in New York; he's slugged just five home runs and is batting a career-low .248.
Aug 6 2023Marte is not in the lineup for Sunday's game at Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte started the past two games after missing a couple weeks with migraines, and he'll head to the bench for Sunday's series finale. DJ Stewart will start in right field and bat cleanup.
Aug 4 2023Marte (migraines) was activated from the injured list Friday and will start in right field against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been on the injured list since July 20 due to migraines, but he has not had an issue since being prescribed medication. The veteran outfielder's production has taken a considerable step back this season, and he's slashed .267/.333/.367 through 33 plate appearances in July.
Aug 3 2023Marte (migraines) is expected to be activated from the injured list Friday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been out since mid-July due to a series of migraine headaches, but he's been prescribed medication and is doing all baseball activities without issue. The veteran outfielder carries a weak .254/.308/.332 batting line in 333 plate appearances this season, but he can look to finish strong in the second year of a four-year, $78 million pact with the Mets.
Aug 1 2023Mets manager Buck Showalter said Marte (migraines) could be activated from the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte participated in a full round of pregame batting practice Tuesday in Kansas City and is finally symptom-free following a string of migraine headaches. He's been on the shelf since mid-July and will be returning to a Mets club that got picked apart at the trade deadline.
Jul 27 2023Mets manager Buck Showalter said Thursday that Marte is still dealing with migraine headaches, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: They're at a "lesser scale" to the migraines that originally sent Marte to the injured list last week, per Showalter, but he may seek out a second opinion in the near future. The veteran outfielder is also anticipating the birth of a child in the coming days, so there's not much clarity as to when he might return to the Mets' active roster.
Jul 26 2023Mets manager Buck Showalter announced that Marte (migraines) will not be activated from the injured list when first eligible Thursday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been doing pregame drills without issue over the last few days after landing on the IL last week due to recurring migraine headaches, but he's expecting a child soon and will miss at least a portion of the Mets' upcoming four-game series against the Nationals, which begins Thursday night in Queens. Mark Canha and Jeff McNeil continue to share starts in right field.
Jul 25 2023Marte (migraines) hit on the field and ran the bases Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte seems to be symptom-free after a string of migraine headaches sent him to the injured list last week. He's eligible to be activated as early as this Thursday. Mark Canha and Jeff McNeil have been sharing starts in right field for the Mets in Marte's absence.
Jul 24 2023While the Mets continue to believe Marte (migraines) will need only a minimum 10-day stay on the injured list, he could go on the paternity list at the end of July, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder is currently eligible to be activated from the IL on July 27, but he might not return to the lineup for a few days after his activation. Marte is one of many Mets who have failed to meet expectations this season, slashing .254/.308/.332 through 84 games with 24 steals but only five homers, 28 RBI and 38 runs.
Jul 20 2023Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to July 17, due to migraines, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte tried some pregame baseball activities prior to the Mets' series finale Thursday afternoon against the White Sox and was apparently still feeling off. A string of migraine headaches is what has kept him out of action all week, and now he'll remain sidelined through at least next Thursday. Mark Canha should draw the majority of the work in right field in Marte's absence.
Jul 19 2023Marte will undergo tests with a specialist after experiencing two migraines within the span of a week, Laura Albanese of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is missing a second straight game Wednesday due to the issue. He has experienced migraines in the past, but they haven't been as close together as they've been this time around, so the Mets are looking for what the cause could be.
Jul 18 2023Marte was scratched from the lineup Tuesday against the White Sox due to a migraine headache, Andy Martino of SNY.tv reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Mark Canha is now in right field and batting eighth in Tuesday night's series opener versus Chicago. It sounds like a day-to-day situation for Marte, who tallied his 24th stolen base of the season in Sunday's series finale against the Dodgers.
Jul 17 2023Marte went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled to lead off the fifth before stealing second and coming around to score for the game's first run. He's been running more often this season as he has 24 steals in 84 games after totaling just 18 steals in 118 games last year. His hitting numbers have been down in 2023 in comparison to the last several years, as he's slashing .254/.308/.332 with five homers, 28 RBI, 38 runs and a 16:66 BB:K over 307 plate appearances. It is worth noting he has been the victim of some bad luck this season, however, evidenced by his .309 BABIP.
Jul 16 2023Marte (illness) is back in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was held out Saturday due to a stomach bug, but it would seem he's gotten it out of his system as he will be back in there to face right-hander Bobby Miller in the series finale. The veteran is running but the rest of his game has been well below expectations. His slugging percentage is down 135 points from a season ago.
Jul 15 2023Marte won't start Saturday's game against the Dodgers due to illness, Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A stomach bug will take Marte out of the Mets' lineup and move DJ Stewart into right field, allowing Jeff McNeil to start in left field and Luis Guillorme to bat ninth while fielding second base. Marte should be viewed as day-to-day moving forward.
Jul 9 2023Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets will give Marte an early head start on his All-Star break, as he sits for the series finale in San Diego following a stretch of six straight starts. In Marte's stead, Jeff McNeil will cover right field and bat fifth.
Jul 5 2023Marte went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has gone 4-for-11 with two steals over three games in July. He recently sat out two games in a row, but it appears the brief break did him some good. The outfielder is up to 23 thefts on 27 attempts while slashing .257/.312/.340 with five home runs, 28 RBI, 36 runs scored, seven doubles and a triple through 79 contests.
Jul 1 2023Marte will sit for the second straight game Saturday against San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's off day in Friday's series opener seemed like a routine one, but the fact that he's sitting again Saturday suggests he may be dealing with a minor injury or illness. Alternatively, the Mets could be cutting his playing time as the 34-year-old's disappointing season continues. Marte finished April with an 81 wRC+ and followed that up with another 81 wRC+ in May and a negligibly better 84 wRC+ in June. Jeff McNeil will move out to right field Saturday, with Luis Guillorme starting at second base.
Jun 30 2023Marte is not in the starting lineup Friday against San Francisco, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will get a day off after he started 15 straight contests, batting .234 with a homer, two doubles, six RBI, nine runs and three stolen bases over that stretch. Mark Canha will take over in right field and bat eighth in the series opener with the Giants.
Jun 27 2023Marte went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Monday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder produced the Mets' only run of the night in the fourth inning, hitting a leadoff single before stealing his 21st base of the year and then advancing to third on William Contreras' throwing error to set up a Francisco Lindor sacrifice fly. Marte is closing out June in fine fashion, batting .294 (20-for-68) over his last 16 games with one homer, four stolen bases, seven RBI and 12 runs.
Jun 25 2023Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He got the Mets on the board in the first inning by crushing a Cristopher Sanchez slider deep to left field, giving Marte his fourth long ball of the year. The blast snapped a 14-game homer drought for the veteran outfielder, but he's been productive despite the lack of power, slashing .286/.313/.403 through 19 games in June with five steals, seven RBI and 14 runs.
Jun 14 2023Marte went 1-for-5 with a run scored and a steal in Tuesday's 7-6 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte now has a steal in back-to-back games, giving him 19 for the year and surpassing his total through 118 contests last season. The 34-year-old outfielder also has hits in eight of his previous nine games, going 12-for-37 (.324) in that span. Overall, Marte is slashing .257/.314/.330 with three homers, 27 runs scored and 18 RBI through 238 plate appearances on the campaign.
Jun 11 2023Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte appears to be receiving a routine maintenance day after he started in right field in each of the Mets' previous 17 games. Mark Canha will take over in right while Marte will put his four-game hitting streak on hold, unless he's needed off the bench.
Jun 5 2023Marte went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo home run in Sunday's loss to Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte tied the game 4-4 with a solo shot off Nate Pearson in the sixth inning, his third homer of the year and first since May 21. Marte's been swinging the bat well of late, going 11-for-35 (.314) with three extra-base hits in his last 10 games, boosting his slash line to .250/.314/.333 with 23 runs scored, 17 RBI and 17 steals in 212 plate appearances this season.
Jun 3 2023Marte went 1-for-3 with a stolen base in Friday's 3-0 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets managed only three hits off Chris Bassitt, but Marte at least was able to get into scoring position after his. The veteran outfielder has been frisky on the basepaths lately, swiping eight of his 17 bags on the year over the last 18 games -- a stretch in which he's slashing .286/.355/.375 with a homer, eight RBI and 10 runs.
Jun 2 2023Marte went 0-for-2 with a run scored and a steal in Thursday's win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte now has 16 stolen bases (in 19 attempts) this season, putting him two shy of his total from last season. The veteran outfielder has also been swinging the bat better following a prolonged cold spell, going 7-for-24 (.292) over his last seven games. Marte is slashing .243/.312/.309 with two homers, 16 RBI and 21 runs scored through 201 plate appearances.
May 29 2023Marte went 2-for-3 with two walks, a triple and two runs scored in Sunday's loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a typically wild Coors Field contest, as the two teams combined for 21 runs, and Marte did his part to keep the line moving. The 34-year-old has spent most of the season hitting second in the order, but he dropped down to sixth Sunday with rookie Francisco Alvarez getting a look in the two hole. Over his last 16 games, Marte's slashing .302/.362/.396 with a homer, five steals, eight runs and eight RBI.
May 21 2023Marte isn't in the lineup for the second game of Sunday's doubleheader against the Guardians, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte started in right field during Sunday's matinee and went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer, but he'll get a breather for the second game of the twin bill. Mark Canha will start in right field while Tommy Pham takes over in left during the nightcap.
May 19 2023Marte (hand) is starting in right field and batting sixth Friday versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will return to the lineup after getting hit by a pitch Wednesday and missing Thursday's win over the Rays. The 34-year-old has been hot recently, batting .314 with two RBI, four runs scored and two stolen bases over his last nine contests.
May 18 2023Marte is out of the lineup Thursday against the Rays due to soreness in his hand, SportsNet New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old was hit by a pitch during Wednesday's contest and will be held out of the starting nine for at least one day. Marte appears to have avoided a serious injury and should be considered day-to-day. Jeff McNeil is moving to right field for Thursday's contest, with Eduardo Escobar manning the keystone.
May 16 2023Marte went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Monday's loss to the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He had some trouble communicating in the outfield with Brandon Nimmo, resulting in multiple potential outs turning into extra-base hits for Washington, but Marte did his best to balance that out on offense. The 34-year-old has four multi-hit performances in the last seven games, batting .357 (10-for-28) over that stretch and pushing his slash line on the season up to .243/.304/.294 with one homer, 11 steals, 10 RBI and 14 runs through 37 contests.
May 9 2023Marte is down to the sixth spot in the order Tuesday versus the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had occupied the No. 2 spot in the lineup all this year for the Mets, but he has posted an ugly .213/.292/.278 batting line through 121 plate appearances. Francisco Lindor is hitting second Tuesday and Jeff McNeil will bat third.
May 7 2023Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte went 0-for-7 with two strikeouts in the first two games of the series and will take a seat for Sunday's finale. Jeff McNeil will slide out to right field while Luis Guillorme starts at the keystone.
May 3 2023Marte is out of the lineup Wednesday for the second game of the Mets' doubleheader with the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will get a breather for the nightcap after he went 1-for-4 while playing eight innings in the outfield in the Mets' 6-5 loss in Game 1. Jeff McNeil will spell Marte in right field in Game 2.
Apr 5 2023Marte went 1-for-3 with a double, two runs scored and a stolen base in Wednesday's 7-6 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old got a late start to his spring due to offseason groin surgery, but Marte's legs have looked 100 percent healthy to begin the regular season. Through seven games, he's batting .280 (7-for-25) with three runs scored and three steals in four attempts. Marte swiped 47 bags as recently as 2021, and MLB's rule changes might have him poised to challenge or even top that mark this year.
Apr 1 2023Marte will sit Saturday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte started the first two games of the season, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base in both contests. He'll rest his legs Saturday, with Jeff McNeil moving out to right field and Luis Guillorme starting at second base.
Mar 31 2023Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Friday's 2-1 loss to the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That's now two steals in two games for the 34-year-old, who swiped 47 bags in 2021 but fell back to only 18 in 118 games last season with a mediocre success rate. If MLB's rule changes have rejuvenated that part of Marte's game, he still has the wheels to be among the league leaders in stolen bases in 2023 provided he can stay mostly healthy.
Mar 30 2023Marte went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Thursday's 5-3 win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Batting second between Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Lindor, Marte notched a couple singles and also his first steal of the new campaign. It's another sign that he's feeling good after an injury-riddled year that eventually led to double groin surgery in the offseason. Marte was hot at the plate during Grapefruit League play, slashing .344/.361/.563 with four doubles, a homer and two steals in 12 spring games.
Mar 18 2023Marte went 0-for-2 with an RBI and a stolen base in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder hasn't seen much action this spring as he completed his recovery from offseason groin surgery, so the fact that he was able to swipe his first bag in five games Friday is a great sign that he's feeling 100 percent. Marte hasn't played more than 120 games in either of the last two seasons, and the Mets may give him plenty of rest in 2023 in an attempt to keep him healthy, but the 34-year-old still figures to post strong fantasy numbers when he is in the lineup.
Mar 14 2023Marte (head) is back in the Mets' Grapefruit League lineup Tuesday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte took a pitch to the helmet Sunday, but he has passed a couple rounds of concussions tests and is ready to return to exhibition play. The veteran outfielder has also made steady strides in his recovery from offseason groin surgery and should be fully ready for Opening Day.
Mar 13 2023Manager Buck Showalter said Marte (head) could return to the Mets' Grapefruit League lineup as soon as Tuesday against the Nationals, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte avoided a concussion after being hit in the helmet by a pitch Sunday and told Showalter on Monday that he felt fine. The outfielder will continue to be monitored just in case, but he appears to have dodged a bullet.
Mar 12 2023Marte's initial evaluation was negative for a concussion after he was hit in the head by a pitch during Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old was able to walk off the field under his own power and appears to have avoided any serious issues after the scary hit-by-pitch. Marte will be further evaluated Monday and should be considered day-to-day until his status is updated.
Mar 10 2023Marte (groin) is in the Mets' lineup for his Grapefruit League debut Friday, Michael Mayer of Metzmerized reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's not being eased in as the designated hitter either, starting in right field and batting third against Shawn Dubin and the Astros. Marte required core muscle surgery in November to address separated tendons on both sides of his groin, but his rehab has gone well and he's expected to be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 8 2023Mets manager Buck Showalter said Wednesday that Marte (groin) is on track to make his Grapefruit League debut Friday, Pat Ragazzo of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "He's done everything we could possibly put him through," Showalter said. "He's been wanting to play for a couple of days now." Marte required core muscle surgery in November to address separated tendons on both sides of his groin, but he's made steady progress throughout the rehab process and should be ready for Opening Day if there are no setbacks.
Feb 23 2023Marte (groin) had a successful round of live batting practice Thursday, Andy Martino of SNY.tv reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte told Martino afterward that his legs felt good and also confirmed that it was his first time seeing live pitching since last fall. The veteran outfielder is trending in the right direction in his recovery from dual groin surgeries, and the current expectation is that he will be close to full strength in time for Opening Day.
Feb 19 2023Marte disclosed Sunday that he underwent surgery to repair separated tendons of both of his groin areas during the offseason, but he anticipates being ready to go for Opening Day, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has arrived at Mets camp before position players were scheduled to report, but he looks as though he'll be limited in the early stages of spring training since he's not yet back to full strength. The pair of procedures prompted him to forgo playing with the Dominican Republic in this spring's World Baseball Classic, and he'll most likely miss time to start the Mets' Grapefruit League slate while he continues his ramp-up program. According to Tim Britton of The Athletic, manager Buck Showalter said the groin injuries played a role in Marte's involvement in the running game being more limited in 2022 compared to previous years, but the skipper is hopeful the 34-year-old can be more aggressive on the bases in 2023 once he's back to 100 percent health. Marte also played through a fractured finger down the stretch last season, but he appears to have made a full recovery from that injury.
Jan 31 2023Marte (core) could be limited at the start of spring training, Mets general manager Billy Eppler said Tuesday, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is the first time that somebody from inside the Mets organization has acknowledged that Marte might be a question mark for the opening of camp. Eppler did, however, indicate that the veteran outfielder is making a steady recovery from his November core muscle surgery and even left the door open that Marte could still get the go-ahead to suit up for his native Dominican Republic at some point in the World Baseball Classic. In other words, a wait-and-see mode remains intact here.
Jan 26 2023Marte's (core) status for the start of spring training has yet to be determined, Andy Martino of SNY.tv reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets said following Marte's core muscle surgery back in early November that he was expected to be full-go come spring training. However, it appears his availability is now more of a question mark. Marte will not play for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic as he had previously hoped to. More is expected to be known about Marte's status by early February, Martino adds.
Nov 3 2022Marte underwent core muscle surgery Tuesday and is expected to be ready for the start of spring training. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old is facing an eight-week recovery timeline, so he shouldn't have any issues being ready for the beginning of camp in February. Marte suffered the injury during the second half of the season, though he was able to play through the issue until a fractured finger put him on the injured list in early September. The veteran outfielder returned for the playoffs and went 2-for-12 with a walk and two stolen bases during the loss to the Padres in the wild-card series. Marte played in 118 games during his first season with the Mets and posted a .292/.347/.468 slash line with 16 home runs, 63 RBI and 18 steals.
Oct 7 2022Marte will start in right field and bat sixth Friday in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was reinstated from the injured list earlier in the day and will immediately re-enter the lineup for New York. The veteran outfielder is apparently still experiencing some pain in his fractured right middle finger when batting and throwing, per Tim Healey of Newsday, so the Mets figure to keep a close eye on him in his return to game action.
Oct 6 2022Marte (finger) was involved in baseball activities Thursday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After landing on the injured list Sept. 10 with a fracture in the middle finger of his right hand, Marte is now showing signs of improvement. Though he might still be a few days from returning to the field, it is reasonable to think Marte could be included on the Mets' roster to open their NL Wild Card Series matchup with the Padres.
Oct 3 2022Mets manager Buck Showalter said Marte (finger) won't be ready to return from the 10-day injured list any sooner than Friday, depending on how he fares in workouts over the next few days, Deesha Thosar of Fox Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Showalter's comments confirm that Marte has been ruled out through the Mets' remaining three games of the regular season, but the outfielder will still have a shot at returning for the start of the wild-card round, which is set to begin Friday should the Mets not get a bye. While the skipper noted that Marte is making "a little progress" in his recovery from a non-displaced fracture of his right middle finger, the 33-year-old's return isn't considered imminent. Marte's ongoing absence should continue to open up playing time in the corner outfield for Tyler Naquin and Jeff McNeil.
Sep 28 2022Mets manager Buck Showalter said Wednesday that Marte's fractured right middle finger remains immobilized, and the outfielder won't be able to throw or hit until the swelling and discomfort subsides, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With that in mind, Showalter noted that Marte is without a target date for his return from the 10-day injured list, and fantasy managers in redraft leagues who had been stashing him during what's thus far been a three-week absence may be best off cutting bait with him in favor of a healthy player. Ideally for the Mets, Marte will show enough improvement to resume baseball activities and make his return to the lineup for a game or two before the regular season ends Oct. 5, but that may be wishful thinking at this juncture.
Sep 25 2022Marte underwent a CT scan Sunday which show improved healing in the non-displaced fracture of his right middle finger, and he'll continue to participate in baseball activities "as tolerated." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder recently said he expects to return in time for New York's three-game series in Atlanta that begins Friday, and the results of the CT scan are an encouraging sign for that to come to fruition. However, Marte will still need to significantly ramp up his rehab work this week in order to be activated for next weekend.
Sep 21 2022Marte (finger) said Wednesday that he's optimistic that he'll be able to return in time for the Mets' three-game series against Atlanta that begins Sept. 30, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte hasn't yet been cleared to throw or swing, but he hopes he'll be able to get clearance as early as Wednesday. The 33-year-old attempted baseball activities last week but was ultimately shut down since his finger remained sore. As a result, he'll likely be monitored closely and proceed with caution once he's ultimately cleared to throw and swing. However, it's still possible that Marte will be back in action for the final few games of the regular season.
Sep 17 2022Marte (finger) is confident that he'll be able to return prior to the end of the regular season, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been sidelined since early September due to a fractured finger and recently attempted baseball activities, but he's been shut down for now since he continued to deal with soreness in his finger. In spite of his setback, he still expects to have a chance to contribute for the Mets to close out the regular season.
Sep 10 2022Marte (finger) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, retroactive to Sept. 7, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte sustained a non-displaced fracture of his right middle finger Tuesday against the Pirates, but the Mets waited several days to see if he'd be able to return after resting for a few days. However, he didn't progress as quickly as the team had hoped and will be forced to miss at least another week after landing on the IL. Tyler Naquin should see most of the playing time in right field during Marte's absence, while Mark Vientos was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday.
Sep 9 2022Marte (finger) could still be placed on the injured list, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte did not take part in any baseball activities Friday, and if that remains the case for another day, the Mets might deactivate him to give him ample time to heal while opening up a roster spot. Expect another update on Marte's status to come at some point Saturday.
Sep 7 2022Marte, who didn't start either game of Wednesday's doubleheader in Pittsburgh, is considered day-to-day after being diagnosed with a partial non-displaced fracture of his right middle finger, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old exited Tuesday's matchup with the Pirates after being hit by a pitch on the right hand, and it appears he's avoided a severe fracture. It's unclear if Marte will be able to play through the injury without requiring a trip to the injured list, but he'll have New York's scheduled day off Thursday to continue to be evaluated ahead of Friday's series opener in Miami.
Sep 6 2022Marte left Tuesday's game against the Pirates early after being hit by a pitch in the right hand, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder initially stayed in the game after taking a pitch off of his right hand, but he was eventually replaced in right field by Tyler Naquin during the second inning. According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, Marte will have his status updated after he undergoes medical imaging.
Sep 2 2022Marte went 2-for-3 with one RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte tallied an RBI single in the seventh off lefty reliever Caleb Ferguson to increase the Mets' lead to three. The outfielder has been on a tear in his last six games, recording a double, a triple and two home runs in 19 at-bats. In addition, the 33-year-old's strikeout rate has been down with only three strikeouts during that stretch.
Aug 31 2022Marte went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game was mostly a pitching battle, and Marte's two-run, third-inning homer off Tyler Anderson accounted for the Mets' only tallies on the scoreboard. That was enough to carry New York to victory with Jacob deGrom and a pair of relievers holding Los Angeles to a single run. Marte has gone deep in each of his past two contests and is now four homers and two steals away from the third 20-20 season of his career.
Aug 30 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo homer in Tuesday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte took a 93-mph fastball from Andrew Heaney to left for his 15th home run of the season. The total is the 33-year-old's highest mark since hitting 23 in 2019. The homer comes amidst a bit of a hot streak as he is now hitting .333 in his last 10 games.
Aug 28 2022Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will sit for the first time since Aug. 10, ending a stretch of 16 consecutive starts during which he slashed .290/.362/.500 with two home runs and four stolen bases. Tyler Naquin will spell Marte in right field and bat seventh.
Aug 26 2022Marte went 0-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Thursday's win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old actually got on base twice on fielder's choices, scoring in the third inning and swiping his 18th bag of the year in the seventh. Marte has been running hot or cold lately, recording five games without hits and five multi-hit performances in the last 10 contests, but he still sports a strong .292/.345/.460 slash line on the season.
Aug 24 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk and an RBI in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder has five multi-hit efforts in the last eight games as he rebounds from a slow start to August, and Marte is batting .382 (13-for-34) over that stretch with three doubles, two homers, two steals, five RBI and six runs. The surge has pushed his slash line on the year back up to .295/.348/.464.
Aug 21 2022Marte went 3-for-5 with a double, a run scored, one RBI, a walk and a stolen base in Sunday's 10-9 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte wrapped up his big series against Philadelphia with another multi-hit performance; during the four-game set, he went 8-for-17 (.471) with two steals and four runs scored. Since the start of July, he's hitting .323 with 15 extra-base hits, boosting his season slash line to .296/.348/.468.
Aug 20 2022Marte went 2-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored and a stolen base in Friday's 7-2 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old outfielder has only three multi-hit performances through 18 games in August, leading to a .232/.293/.406 slash line on the month, but two of them have come in the last three days. On the season, Marte is still batting a sharp .290 with 14 homers, 16 steals, 53 RBI and 69 runs through 102 contests.
Aug 17 2022Marte went 3-for-5 with two homers, two RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's victory over the Braves. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte showed some pop Wednesday as he recorded his first multi-home run game of the season. After hitting.200 in the month of August coming into the game with just one home run, the explosive effort is a sign things could turn right around for the right fielder. Marte is now slashing a healthy .291/.342/.465 with 14 home runs on the season.
Aug 10 2022Marte isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Reds, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is getting a breather after he went 2-for-14 with a homer, two runs, two RBI, two stolen bases, two walks and four strikeouts over the last four games. Tyler Naquin will shift to right field while Mark Canha starts in left.
Aug 9 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a stolen base in Monday's 5-1 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He got New York on the board by taking Justin Dunn deep in the first inning, and it was all the run support Chris Bassitt would need. Marte continues to thrive in his first season with the Mets, slashing .292/.343/.477 through 16 games since the All-Star break with three of his 12 homers and two of his 14 steals on the year.
Aug 6 2022Marte went 0-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in a 6-2 win over Atlanta in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was held hitless for the third time in 14 games since the All-Star break, but he was able to record his first steal of the second half. The outfielder is up to 13 steals in 19 attempts through 91 contests this season. He's added a sturdy .295/.347/.458 slash line with 11 home runs, 49 RBI, 63 runs scored, 19 doubles and four triples while regularly hitting second in the order.
Jul 31 2022Marte is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder started the past nine games and will receive a breather after posting a 1.005 OPS during that stretch. Tyler Naquin, who was acquired from the Reds on Thursday, will start in right field and bat sixth Sunday in Marte's place.
Jul 29 2022Marte went 3-for-5 with a home run, a triple and three RBI in Friday's 6-4 win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte went 3-for-3 against NL Cy Young candidate Sandy Alcantara, including a two-run triple in the second inning and a solo shot in the fourth. The veteran outfielder has now produced four straight multi-hit games and has 11 in 18 games this month; he's hitting .397 with eight extra-base hits and 10 RBI during that span. Marte improved his season slash line to .305/.353/.482 with 57 runs scored through 83 games.
Jul 27 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and an additional run in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both of Marte's extra-base hits came off Yankees starter Jordan Montgomery, whom the Mets chased from the game midway through the third inning. Marte has now opened the Mets' post-All-Star-break schedule with three two-hit efforts in his four starts. He'll remain in the lineup for Wednesday's series finale, batting second and manning right field.
Jul 18 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Sunday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder successfully stole a bag for the second straight game, giving him 12 in 77 contests heading into the All-Star break. Marte has earned his big free-agent contract so far in his first season with the Mets, slashing .295/.345/.458 with nine homers, 41 RBI and 52 runs while being a fixture in the two-spot in the batting order.
Jul 16 2022Marte went 1-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in a 4-3 extra-inning win over the Cubs in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was on the bench for the matinee, presumably to avoid him playing too much just two days removed from his return from a groin injury. The outfielder returned to his usual role in right field for the nightcap and picked up his third steal in 11 games in July. He's hit well this month, going 16-for-43 (.372), and he's maintained a strong .292/.343/.458 slash line with nine home runs, 41 RBI, 51 runs scored and 11 steals in 17 attempts this year. The fact that he's already making an impact on the basepaths suggests the groin injury shouldn't be a lingering concern going forward.
Jul 14 2022Marte (groin) went 2-for-5 with an RBI, a run scored and two strikeouts in Thursday's 8-0 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte missed the last four games with a groin injury, but it didn't slow his momentum at the plate. He produced his fifth multi-hit effort through 10 games in July -- he's batting .385 (15-for-39) this month. With the Mets holding a big lead late, Travis Jankowski played right field in the ninth inning to get Marte off his feet. The star outfielder is slashing .293/.343/.461 with nine home runs, 41 RBI, 51 runs scored and 10 stolen bases through 327 plate appearances, though he may be a bit cautious on the basepaths for a while to avoid aggravating the groin injury.
Jul 13 2022Marte (groin) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game in Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte acknowledged Tuesday that while he's showing improvement since tweaking his left groin over the weekend, he and the Mets are still holding conversations about a possible stint on the injured list. As anticipated, Marte will end up missing his fourth straight game Wednesday, and a decision on whether he'll go on the IL or not could come prior to Thursday's series opener in Chicago against the Cubs. Travis Jankowski will once again pick up a start in right field in place of the banged-up Marte.
Jul 12 2022Marte noted Tuesday that he's showing improvement in his recovery from a left groin injury, but he doesn't expect to play in either of the remaining two games of the Mets' series in Atlanta, Deesha Thosar of FoxSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is out of the lineup Tuesday for the third day in a row, and he sounds like he'll be sidelined for Wednesday's series finale as well while he continues to work through tightness in his hamstring. According to Tim Healey of Newsday, Marte said a stint on the 10-day injured list still may be a possibility, but the Mets may wait until Thursday's series opener in Chicago before making a decision one way or the other.
Jul 11 2022Marte (groin) is out of the lineup for Monday's game in Atlanta, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the MRI that Marte received over the weekend revealed no major injury to his left groin, he'll need at least one more day out of the lineup to heal up. Travis Jankowski (hand), who was reinstated from the 60-day injured list, will fill Marte's usual spot in right field in the series opener with Atlanta.
Jul 10 2022Manager Buck Showalter said Sunday after the Mets' 2-0 extra-inning loss to the Marlins that Marte's MRI revealed nothing more than tightness in his left groin, and the outfielder is expected to return "in the near future," Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The skipper suggested that a trip to the injured list won't be in play for Marte, who is day-to-day as the Mets prepare for a big three-game set in Atlanta that kicks off Monday. Even so, Marte will likely need to demonstrate meaningful progress in the next day or two to ensure he's able to rejoin the lineup before the All-Star break. Jeff McNeil filled in for Marte in right field in Sunday's loss.
Jul 9 2022Marte will undergo tests on his tight left groin Saturday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injury forced Marte to exit in the fourth inning of Saturday's game against the Marlins. Whether or not the injury will require a trip to the injured list should become clear after the results of the tests are known. If he does miss an extended period, at-bats could open up for Ender Inciarte.
Jul 6 2022Marte went 2-for-2 with two walks and a stolen base in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder was the only Mets hitter to have much success on the night, but even Marte's line was marred by a caught stealing. He's hit safely in five straight games and eight of the last nine, but his hot streak has gone on longer than that -- since returning from a minor wrist injury June 12, Marte is slashing .319/.412/.522 with two homers of his nine homers on the year and two of his 10 steals.
Jul 3 2022Marte went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and a walk in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's long ball off Jon Gray in the fourth opened the scoring. It was his second home run in as many games. Marte now has hits in six of his last seven games and is slashing .284/.334/.462 on the season with nine stolen bases.
Jun 17 2022Marte (forearm) is starting Friday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte suffered a bruised right forearm Wednesday against the Brewers but appeared off the bench Thursday and will start in right field and bat third Friday. Over his last four games, he's gone 4-for-9 with a double, four runs, an RBI, two walks and three strikeouts.
Jun 16 2022Marte, who is dealing with a bruised right forearm, won't start in Thursday's game against the Brewers but expects to rejoin the lineup for Friday's series opener with the Marlins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was fortunate to escape with some minor cosmetic damage to his forearm, which was hit by a 97-mph sinker in Wednesday's 10-2 loss. X-rays have cleared Marte of any structural damage, but the outfielder relayed Thursday that he still "felt a little limited" and "a little tight" in his ability to swing, per Tim Britton of The Athletic. Assuming Marte feels better during batting practice Friday, he should re-enter the Mets' starting nine against Miami.
Jun 15 2022Marte (wrist) was diagnosed with a bruise Wednesday after having X-rays come back negative, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old was struck in the right wrist by a 97-mph pitch during Wednesday's matchup with Milwaukee, but he appears to have avoided a serious injury. Marte is considered day-to-day, and it's unclear if he'll be available for Thursday's series finale versus the Brewers.
Jun 13 2022Marte (quadriceps) went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, a run and an RBI in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte sat out the previous three contests due to a tight left quad, but he didn't miss a beat in his return to the lineup. He drove in a run on his 11th double of the season in the third inning and went on to reach base two more times on the night.
Jun 12 2022Marte (quadriceps) will bat second and play right field Sunday against the Angels, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte returns to action after missing the last three games with left quadriceps tightness. Reports from Saturday indicated he felt well enough to play that day, so it's no surprise to see him return to the lineup one day later.
Jun 11 2022Marte (quadriceps) remains on the bench for Saturday's game against the Angels, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will miss his third consecutive game while dealing with left quadriceps tightness. He denied reports earlier in the week indicating he'd likely head to the injured list, and a continued absence could put such a move back in play, but DiComo reports that he's feeling better and probably could have played Saturday, so that seems unlikely. Jeff McNeil will handle right field Saturday.
Jun 10 2022Marte (quadriceps) isn't starting Friday against the Angels, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte ran on the field with trainers ahead of Friday's matchup, but he'll ultimately remain out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. However, he said that it's possible that he returns to game action Saturday, so he remains day-to-day for now.
Jun 8 2022Mart (quadriceps), who is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Padres, said he feels good and doesn't expect to require a trip to the injured list, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was reported earlier Wednesday that Marte was likely to be placed on the injured list after leaving Tuesday's game with left quad tightness, but it appears that is no longer the case. The 33-year-old should be considered day-to-day and will have Thursday's scheduled off day to aid in his recovery before potentially missing more time.
Jun 7 2022Marte was removed from Tuesday's game against the Padres with left quadriceps tightness, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte tweaked his quad during the first inning of Tuesday's contest while attempting to steal second base, and he was removed after initially remaining in the game. The 33-year-old is undergoing an MRI, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, and should be considered day-to-day until his status is updated.
Jun 6 2022Marte went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's third-inning leadoff home run -- his seventh of the season -- put the Mets on the board after the Dodgers raced out to a 2-0 lead. The 33-year-old has gone without a stolen-base attempt over his last nine games, but he's made up for it for fantasy managers by hitting .289 with three home runs, nine runs and eight RBI over that stretch.
Jun 1 2022Marte went 1-for-5 wit ha two-run home run in Tuesday's 10-0 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He got the rout started by taking Patrick Corbin deep in the first inning. Marte has homered in back-to-back games and laced an extra-base hit in four straight, and through 43 contests on the season he's slashing .286/.327/.454 with six home runs, seven steals, 31 RBI and 32 runs.
May 31 2022Marte went 3-for-4 with a walk, a home run, two runs scored and four RBI in Monday's 13-5 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder took Erick Fedde deep in the second inning for a two-run shot as the Mets scored multiple runs in each of the first four frames. Marte has multi-hit performances in five of nine games since returning to the lineup from the bereavement list, batting .366 (15-for-41) over that stretch with two of his five homers and two of his seven steals on the season.
May 28 2022Marte went 2-for-5 with two runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 8-6 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since missing four games earlier this month while on the bereavement list, Marte has been raking. He's batting .310 (9-for-29) over his last six contests, boosting his slash line on the season to .274/.311/.405 with four homers, seven steals, 25 RBI and 26 runs through 39 games.
May 25 2022Marte went 3-for-6 with two runs, an RBI and his sixth stolen base of the season Tuesday in the Mets' 13-12 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will take a seven-game hitting streak into Wednesday's series finale in San Francisco. As usual, Marte will start in right field and bat second, per Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News.
May 22 2022Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will take a seat after he returned from the bereavement list Friday and proceeded to start in both ends of Saturday's doubleheader. The 33-year-old, who had been away from the Mets for several days following the death of his grandmother, returned to action in memorable fashion in Game 1 on Saturday, as he hit a home run in his first at-bat. Between the two contests, Marte went 3-for-9 with two RBI.
May 21 2022Marte (personal) was reinstated from the bereavement list and is starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Rockies, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had been on the bereavement list since Monday, but he'll rejoin the team prior to Saturday's twin bill. He's starting in right field and batting second during the matinee. Over 13 games since the start of May, the 33-year-old has hit .333 with a homer, a triple, six doubles, eight runs, five RBI and a stolen base.
May 19 2022Marte (personal) will be activated from the bereavement list prior to Friday's game in Colorado, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: DiComo previously reported Wednesday that Marte could possibly rejoin the team ahead of Thursday's series finale with the Cardinals, but the outfielder's flight to New York wasn't early enough for him to arrive at the ballpark prior to the game's 1:10 pm. ET start time. As a result, the Mets will wait a day to make a roster move, but once activated, Marte should immediately reclaim an everyday role in the outfield. Prior to being placed on the bereavement list Monday, Marte slashed .266/.311/.403 with three home runs and five stolen bases across 148 plate appearances in his first season with the Mets.
May 18 2022Marte (personal) will rejoin the Mets on Thursday and could be activated from the bereavement list ahead of the team's series finale with the Cardinals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets placed Marte on the bereavement list Monday after the outfielder elected to leave the team to be with his family following the passing of his grandmother. Though Marte will be back in New York on Thursday, the Mets may not choose to immediately activate him if they opt to give him another day to get settled. Marte should return to the lineup no later than Friday's series opener in Colorado.
May 17 2022The Mets placed Marte on the bereavement list Monday, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per MLB rules, Marte will have to spend a minimum of three days away from the team and no more than seven while he addresses the private matter. With that in mind, Marte will miss the Mets' entire four-game series with the Cardinals that begins with a doubleheader Tuesday. He could rejoin the Mets for their three-game road trip in Colorado this weekend.
May 14 2022Marte went 3-for-4 with a double, a triple and a stolen base Saturday in a 5-4 win against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte scored the first run of the game after tripling with one out in the first inning, and he produced two more base knocks for his third three-hit performance of the campaign. The outfielder also swiped second base in the seventh inning for his first steal since April 24. Marte led the majors with 47 thefts last season, so his production in that area thus far has been somewhat disappointing. He's been caught four times in nine attempts and hasn't had as many chances to run -- his current .315 on-base percentage is his lowest mark since his rookie season.
May 5 2022Marte went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, two RBI and two runs scored Thursday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte took Aaron Nola yard in the sixth inning to record his third homer of the season. He also doubled in the game-winning run to cap a seven-run rally in the ninth inning. Marte has now recorded three multi-hit efforts in his last five games, during which time he's also recorded five RBI and three runs scored. Overall, Marte has maintained a .262/.313/.383 line across 115 plate appearances to begin the campaign.
May 3 2022Marte is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader versus Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte went 1-for-4 during the matinee and won't start both ends of the twin bill. Travis Jankowski will start in right field in the nightcap for New York.
May 2 2022Marte went 1-for-4 with three RBI in Sunday's win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dropped down to seventh in the order after stumbling to a .176/.250/.196 slash line over his prior 12 games, Marte came up with a big two-run single in the seventh inning as the Mets put the game away. The veteran outfielder has seen his batting average drop to .225 (20-for-89), but he's still been productive with two homers, four steals, 12 runs and 18 RBI through 21 contests.
Apr 24 2022Marte went 1-for-4 with a double, run, RBI, stolen base and a hit-by-pitch in a 6-2 victory over the Diamondbacks on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte doubled, stole third and scored in the sixth inning and was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the seventh. Playing on a Mets team expected to contend, Marte may not receive as many stolen base opportunities this season, though he's 4-for-6 so far, which places him among the league leaders in both categories.
Apr 23 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run scored and an RBI in Friday's extra-inning win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His final trip to the plate was the biggest. With two outs in the top of the 10th inning, Marte beat out a groundball to third base, allowing phantom runner Jeff McNeil to score what proved to be the winning run. Marte has found a groove at the plate, batting .294 (10-for-34) over his last eight games with two homers, two steals, eight runs and eight RBI.
Apr 21 2022Marte isn't starting Thursday's game against the Giants, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte hit .243 with two homers, nine runs, seven RBI and three stolen bases while starting in the last nine games, but he'll get a breather in Thursday's series finale. Travis Jankowski will start in right field and bat seventh.
Apr 17 2022Marte went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run Saturday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte delivered the Mets' only offense Saturday, taking Ian Kennedy yard in the eighth inning. It was his second home run of the season, which have come on back-to-back days. Marte has gotten off to a hot start with his new club, collecting 10 hits across 35 plate appearances with eight runs scored, 10 RBI and two stolen bases.
Apr 15 2022Marte went 3-for-5 with a three-run homer, three runs scored and a steal in Friday's 10-3 win over Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled in the first inning and scored in the third after reaching first on a fielder's choice. He singled again in the fifth and came around to score on Francisco Lindor's homer, then hit his first homer of the year off Caleb Smith in the eighth. He's now hitting .290/.333/.419 with a pair of steals through nine games.
Apr 10 2022Marte is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is 3-for-14 with four RBI across the first three games of the season and will take a seat for the series finale in Washington. The veteran outfielder battled an oblique issue during spring training, so it's not a major surprise to see him sitting for a day game in the opening four-game set. Mark Canha will shift to right field while Jeff McNeil moves out to left Sunday.
Apr 9 2022Marte went 2-for-5 with a double and three RBI in Friday's 7-3 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His fifth-inning double brought home Brandon Nimmo and put the Mets in the lead for good, before Marte added a couple insurance runs with a single in the sixth. The 33-year-old has had a great start to his Mets tenure with three hits and four RBI through two games, albeit with a caught stealing in the opener.
Apr 4 2022Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double, a run scored, two RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's been all systems go for Marte after his late start to the spring due to oblique soreness, as the 33-year-old is batting .500 (6-for-12) with three steals in three attempts in only five games. After tying his career high with 47 stolen bases last season between Miami and Oakland, Marte could challenge for the league's SB crown once again in 2022.
Mar 27 2022Marte (oblique) went 1-for-2 with a double and a run during Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals and said he "felt really good" during his spring debut, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte started in right field in his first official game of spring training with the Mets, and his sore oblique didn't appear to be a problem in the field, at the plate or on the bases. The 33-year-old now has 10 days to continue ramping up his workload ahead of Opening Day.
Mar 26 2022Marte (oblique) will make his Grapefruit League debut Sunday, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has made steady progress since the injury became public March 14. Most recently, he has hit off a tee and participated in minor-league action. Marte appears to be trending in the right direction for Opening Day.
Mar 25 2022Marte (oblique) is on track to return to Grapefruit League action Tuesday against Miami, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been dealing with a sore oblique since early in camp. He began hitting off a tee Monday and took part in a minor-league game Wednesday, so no surprise that he's trending towards a return to big-league games soon. A Tuesday return would give him over a week before Opening Day to get up to speed.
Mar 23 2022Marte (oblique) is playing in right field in a minor-league game Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte began hitting off a tee Monday and still has a chance to be ready for Opening Day, and seeing action in the outfield Wednesday is a good step in that direction. The 32-year-old has ramped up his progression this week but will likely need to face live pitching before playing in Grapefruit League games.
Mar 21 2022Marte suggested Sunday that the injury to his left side may not be just an oblique issue, Deesha Thosar of The New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder has been able to run and play defense but has yet to begin hitting, and it's possible Marte won't be ready for Opening Day. Both he and Mets manager Buck Showalter have indicated the issue was oblique soreness, but Marte also hinted that an MRI has picked up something else that might be related to the fractured rib he sustained last season. "I don't know. It's weird," Marte said. "They think it was my oblique. I think [so] too. But [the] MRI shows something a little bit different." If he's able to resume hitting during the coming week, however, he'll be on track for an early season debut regardless of the exact nature of the problem.
Mar 20 2022Manager Buck Showalter said Sunday that Marte (oblique) has yet to resume hitting, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte said Friday he hoped to take batting practice within the next couple days, but the outfielder apparently has yet to do so as he continues to manage oblique soreness. Showalter indicated Marte still has time to get ready for the start of the season, but with less than three weeks before Opening Day that window is dwindling with each passing day.
Mar 18 2022Marte (oblique) said Friday he hopes to take batting practice within the next couple days, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been limited by a sore oblique to open camp and unsurprisingly isn't in either lineup for Friday's intrasquad game. Manager Buck Showalter previously said the veteran outfielder isn't dealing with structural damage, and he's expected to be back on the field before too long and be available for Opening Day, per Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News.
Mar 14 2022Marte didn't participate in the Mets' team workout Monday after he was diagnosed with a sore oblique, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to manager Buck Showalter, X-rays didn't show any structural damage to Marte's oblique, so the Mets are holding that a few days off will be enough to resolve the issue. Though timelines for oblique injuries can often be volatile, fantasy managers shouldn't drop Marte too much in their pre-draft ranks, provided Showalter's comments about the outfielder dealing with soreness rather than a strain prove to be truthful. After signing a four-year, $78 million deal with the Mets earlier in the winter, Marte is expected to slot in as the Mets' leadoff or No. 2 hitter and should be one of the majors' top producers in the steals, runs and batting average categories.
Nov 26 2021Marte agreed to a four-year, $78 million contract with the Mets on Friday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move caps a very busy day in Queens which saw the team previously land both Eduardo Escobar and Mark Canha. Marte is the biggest name of the bunch and one of the biggest prizes available in free agency. He's already 33 years old, so he may not offer the team too many more high-level seasons, but he was one of the best players in the league in 2021, a year in which he produced a career-best 5.5 fWAR. His 134 wRC+, the product of a .310/.383/.458 slash line, was also a career best. That number should take a step back next season along with his .372 BABIP, though his excellent speed (which helped him steal a league-leading 47 bases) means he should reliably be able to post a BABIP well above league average.
Oct 3 2021Marte is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte ends his season and enters free agency hitting .279 with six extra-base hits and nine RBI in his last 10 games. Skye Bolt will start in center field Sunday.
Oct 1 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with two runs, two steals, a HBP and a strikeout in an 8-6 triumph over the Astros on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte reached on a fielder's choice and stole second in the third inning, singled and scored in the sixth and was hit, stole second and scored in the eighth. The thefts were the fleet-footed outfielders first since Sep. 12 and he now has 47 on the season to lead MLB and tie his career high set in 2016.
Sep 29 2021Marte (lat) is starting in center field and batting second Wednesday at Seattle, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte missed the past two contests with soreness in his left lat but is feeling well enough to rejoin the lineup Wednesday. The 32-year-old has cooled off over the past couple weeks with a .209/.261/.372 slash line in his last 10 games.
Sep 28 2021Marte (lat) is out of the lineup Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder will miss a second consecutive contest and is considered day-to-day with left lat soreness. In his last seven contests, he has batted .300 with five extra-base hits and eight RBI. Seth Brown will start again in center field and bat seventh Tuesday.
Sep 27 2021Marte will be held out of Monday's game against Seattle due to left lat soreness, Shayna Rubin of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It initially appeared as though Marte was receiving a scheduled day off, but manager Bob Melvin announced prior to first pitch that the outfielder was held out due to injury. He'll be considered day-to-day until further notice. Seth Brown draws the start in center field as a result.
Sep 25 2021Marte went 4-for-5 with a double, four RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 14-2 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte doubled in the seventh inning, driving in Tony Kemp and Yan Gomes. He scored in the same inning on Chad Pinder's grand slam, capping off a six-run inning. It was his fifth four-hit game of the season. The 32-year-old is slashing .315/.389/.464 with 12 home runs, 52 RBI, 86 runs and an impressive 45 steals that leads all of baseball.
Sep 22 2021Marte went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a double and a walk in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte slammed a solo home run off Marco Gonzales in the fourth inning, cutting the Athletics' deficit to two runs. It was his third game in September where he reached base safely three times and his first multiple extra-base hits in 26 games. The 32-year-old is slashing .313/.388/.462 with 12 homers, 48 RBI, 83 runs and 45 steals in 488 plate appearances this season.
Sep 21 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with an RBI single in a loss to the Mariners on Monday but is just 2-for-21 (.095) over his last five games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although it's only a modest skid, it's nevertheless a rare slump for Marte, who'd been scalding hot at the plate for more than a month after joining the A's back on July 29. The 32-year-old is still carrying an outstanding .318/.359/.451 slash line with 17 extra-base hits, 22 RBI, nine walks, 23 stolen bases, four hit-by-pitches and 30 runs in 46 games with Oakland, however, and given his prior body of work, it's only a matter of time before his bat reignites.
Sep 13 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run in a loss to the Rangers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Win or lose, Marte continues to thrive on an individual basis on the majority of days. Sunday, the veteran outfielder extended his hitting streak to six games with his third multi-hit effort in the last four contests. In a testament to his status as one of the most elite sources of balanced fantasy production in all of baseball, Marte now boasts a .356/.383/.600 slash line with three doubles, a triple, two home runs, six RBI, a walk, a hit-by-pitch, three stolen bases and 12 runs over his last 11 games.
Sep 11 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Saturday's 8-6 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte got the Athletics on the board early with a solo homer off Texas starter Wes Benjamin. Since coming to Oakland, Marte has posted some ridiculous numbers. He has a .342 average with 20 RBI and an astounding 22 steals over 38 games. He'll command a pretty penny in free agency this winter.
Sep 10 2021Marte, went 3-for-5 with a run-scoring single, an RBI triple and two runs in a win over the Rangers on Friday and is now hitting .412 (7-for-17) in his first four contests back after a one-game absence due to a head injury. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The red-hot veteran has recorded a double, Friday's three-bagger, three RBI, two stolen bases and three runs in that sample, which simply represents an extension of the jaw-dropping tear he's been on since joining the Athletics in late July. Marte's season slash line is now up to .321/.395/.464 following Friday's prolific night, with the first two figures qualifying as career bests.
Sep 5 2021Marte (head) is starting in center field and batting second Sunday against the Blue Jays, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was held out of Saturday's lineup after being hit by a pitch in the head Friday, but he avoided a concussion and will only end up missing the one contest. The 32-year-old is in the midst of a modest five-game hit streak, in which he is 7-for-20 with a home run, two doubles, two RBI and seven runs.
Sep 4 2021Marte (head) is feeling better Saturday and was able to go through physical activities, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Blue Jays after he was hit in the head by a pitch Friday. A concussion has thankfully been ruled out, so it appears as though he's avoided a long-term injury, but he's still sore enough that the Athletics held him out of the lineup as a precaution. Skye Bolt starts in center field Saturday.
Sep 3 2021Marte (head) isn't believed to have sustained a concussion in Friday's loss to the Blue Jays, Shayna Rubin of The San Jose Mercury News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was removed from Friday's game shortly after he was hit in the head by a pitch, but early results are encouraging. The 32-year-old didn't have a headache following the matchup, and he should be considered day-to-day for now.
Sep 1 2021Marte went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Wednesday against Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte turned around a Wily Peralta offering in the fourth inning and sent it into the center-field stands to give the A's a 2-1 edge. It was the 10th homer of the year for Marte, and his third since joining Oakland at the trade deadline. The 32-year-old, who later added a single in the fifth, has hits in 10 of his last 11 games and is slashing .346/.377/.485 in 138 plate appearances with his new club. He's also a perfect 20-for-20 on the basepaths with Oakland and 42-for-45 overall.
Aug 29 2021Marte went 0-for-4 in a win over the Yankees on Saturday but recorded two stolen bases. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte managed the rare statistical feat of recording multiple thefts alongside an empty batting line by making the Yankees pay on the two occasions he reached safely via error. The veteran outfielder stole third in the third inning after reaching second base on a throwing error by Rougned Odor, and he subsequently swiped second after Anthony Rizzo's miscue allowed Marte to reach safely in the fifth. Marte's 42 steals for the season have naturally done wonders for his already formidable fantasy value, and he's now just five short of tying the career-high 47 he tallied in 2016.
Aug 27 2021Marte went 1-for-5 with a stolen base in a loss to the Yankees on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte extended his on-base streak to nine games with his single while also recording his 18th steal since joining the Athletics just before the trade deadline. With 40 steals on the campaign, the 30-year-old is just eight shy of eclipsing the career high he set in 2016 and has already locked in his best tally in that category since that season.
Aug 23 2021Marte went 3-for-4 with a double and two stolen bases in a loss to the Giants on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irrespective of his team's fortunes on any given day, Marte seems like a virtual lock to deliver for fantasy managers. The veteran outfielder burned the Logan Webb-Buster Posey battery for his most recent pair of steals Sunday, pushing his tally in that category since joining the Athletics to a perfect 17-for-17. Marte has also laced 10 of his 34 hits with Oakland for extra bases, helping him to already rack up 14 RBI over that 22-game period.
Aug 21 2021Marte went 3-for-9 with two RBI doubles, another two-bagger, two stolen bases and two runs in Friday's and Saturday's games against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The trade-deadline acquisition has been on a tear since arriving in Oakland, with his production over the first two games of the current installment of the Bay Bridge series serving as the latest example. Marte's seventh-inning double Friday extended Oakland's lead to 3-1, while his two-bagger in the first inning Saturday plated Mark Canha for the first run of the game. Marte also encouragingly continues to receive the green light frequently on the basepaths, and his 37 steals are his best figure in that category since he swiped a career-high 47 with the Pirates in 2016.
Aug 19 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and an RBI in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Before being dealt to Oakland on July 28, Marte had already been one of MLB's most active base stealers, but he's increased his aggressiveness on the bases tenfold since joining the Athletics. Through his first 18 games with the team, Marte has gone an incredible 12-for-12 on steal attempts while batting .359 and chipping in two home runs, 12 RBI and 12 runs. He'll be back in the lineup for Thursday's series finale in Chicago, starting in center field and batting second.
Aug 14 2021Marte went 2-for-5 with a stolen base Saturday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled and stole second in the first inning, coming around to score on a Jed Lowrie single two batters later, and added an RBI double in the seventh. The stolen base was Marte's 32nd of the season (in 35 attempts), making him a perfect 3-for-3 on the basepaths since joining Oakland. The 32-year-old Marte has been as impactful as any trade-deadline acquisition, hitting .397/.433/.556 with a pair of homers in 14 games with the A's.
Aug 12 2021Marte went 2-for-3 with a double and three RBI on Thursday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte began his production in atypical fashion, as he was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded to force in a run. He then delivered an RBI double in the fourth inning followed by a run-scoring single in the fifth. With Oakland up 12-0, Stephen Piscotty pinch hit for Marte in the seventh inning, ending his day prematurely. Marte has been excellent with his new team, as he's currently riding a 10-game hitting streak, during which time he's driven in nine and scored nine runs. He's also collected multiple hits on seven occasions across those 10 contests.
Aug 11 2021Marte went 2-for-5 with a stolen base Wednesday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte extended his hitting streak to nine games with a single in the third inning and promptly stole second base for his 31st theft in 34 attempts this season. He added another base knock in the eighth, giving him six multi-hit efforts in 11 contests since being acquired from Miami at the trade deadline. In 327 plate appearances between the Marlins and Athletics, Marte is hitting .323/.411/.472 with nine homers and 31 RBI.
Aug 9 2021Marte went 4-for-5 with an RBI, one run scored and a stolen base in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled, stole second and scored all in the first inning Sunday. He went on to add three more singles in the game and drove in Mark Canha in the sixth frame. The outfielder has been on fire since joining Oakland, batting .425. In addition, he has an impressive 10 stolen bases over his last 11 games. On the season, he is slashing .322/.413/.476 with nine home runs, 31 RBI and 60 runs in 318 plate appearances. Despite missing five weeks early in the season, his 29 steals are second-most in all of baseball behind Whit Merrifield's 30.
Aug 6 2021Marte went 2-for-5 with a three-run homer in Friday's 4-1 win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte delivered a walkoff three-run shot in the 11th inning to lift the Athletics over their division rivals. Since joining Oakland, the veteran outfielder has gone 11-for-30 (.367) with two homers, six RBI and five steals. For the year, Marte is up to nine long balls and 29 RBI with an .877 OPS.
Aug 4 2021Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and a stolen base Tuesday in the Athletics' 8-1 loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Athletics' trade-deadline acquisition of Marte has paid immediate dividends; through his first five games with Oakland, the 32-year-old has gone 8-for-20 with a pair of extra-base knocks and five stolen bases. He'll start in center field and bat second Wednesday in the Athletics' series finale with the Padres, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com.
Aug 1 2021Marte went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs scored and a walk in Sunday's 8-3 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte reached base four times on three singles and a walk in Sunday's win. He showed off his elite baserunning by stealing second and third base in the first inning. Later, he added a third stolen base in sixth frame. The 32-year-old is slashing .306/.408/.851 with seven homers, 25 RBI, 55 runs and 26 stolen bases in 294 plate appearances this season. He is batting .313 with three runs scored and four steals in four games with his new team.
Jul 29 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a run, walk, stolen base and strike out in Oakland's 4-0 triumph over the Angels on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Batting second in his first game with the Athletics, Marte walked and scored in the first and singled and stole second in the fifth. He'll most likely remain near the top of the order in Oakland's 16th ranked offense, a marked improvement comapared to Miami's position at 27.
Jul 28 2021The Athletics acquired Marte from the Marlins on Wednesday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. Miami will receive starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo in return from Oakland, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Jeff Passan of ESPN.com Miami will also be sending approximately $4.7 million to Oakland to cover the remainder of Marte's $12.5 million expiring contract. One of the most sought-after bats ahead of Friday's trade deadline, Marte should provide the playoff-hopeful Athletics with some much-needed speed and on-base skills near the top of the lineup. Over his 64 games with Miami this season, Marte has slashed .305/.405/.451 with seven home runs and a 22-for-25 success rate on stolen-base attempts. The addition of Marte will likely result in Ramon Laureano shifting over from center to right field, which would spell an end to the platoon of Seth Brown and Stephen Piscotty.
Jul 25 2021Marte went 3-for-4 with a walk, one RBI and two stolen bases in Sunday's 9-3 win over San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte knocked three singles in Sunday's victory, giving him seven multi-hit games this month. He also recorded his second multi-steal outing of July and third of the season. The 32-year-old has gone 18-for-41 (.439) with six RBI over the last 11 games and raised his season OPS to .855. Marte is now tied for second in the NL with 21 steals.
Jul 20 2021Marte (shoulder) is back in the lineup as expected for Tuesday's game against the Nationals, batting third and playing center field, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte missed Monday's game due to a shoulder issue, but manager Don Mattingly downplayed the injury. It appears his optimism was in fact warranted. The center fielder has been very hot since the break, going 8-for-16 at the plate with a homer and a pair of steals in four games.
Jul 19 2021Marte was held out of Monday's game against Washington due to a shoulder injury but is expected back Tuesday, David Wilson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will be considered day-to-day moving forward, though manager Don Mattingly appears optimistic that Marte's injury isn't overly serious.
Jul 17 2021Marte went 3-for-3 with two doubles, a two-run homer, three RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 7-0 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte got the scoring going with a two-run homer off Zach Eflin before he even recorded the first out. He then led off the third with a double and tacked on a run-scoring double in the fourth while also scoring three times himself. Marte is considered to be a popular trade chip for a championship contending team and is helping his case a lot with a slash line of .281/.387/.442 with seven homers, 21 RBI, 47 runs scored, 17 stolen bases and a 29:53 BB:K over 236 plate appearances.
Jul 11 2021Marte (personal) went 1-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and two runs scored in Sunday's 7-4 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder was scratched for personal reasons Saturday, but it ended up only being a one-game absence. Marte was back in his usual No. 2 spot in the order, and he scored both times he got on base. The 32-year-old also picked up his fifth steal in his last seven games. Marte is now slashing .271/.382/.411 with 17 steals in 19 attempts, six home runs, 18 RBI and 44 runs scored through 229 plate appearances.
Jul 10 2021Marte was scratched from the lineup for Saturday's game against Atlanta due to personal reasons, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unclear whether the issue will keep him out Sunday as well, but it's possible Marte has already played his final game of the first half. Magneuris Sierra will start in center field and bat eighth in the afternoon contest.
Jul 4 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and three runs scored in Sunday's 8-7 extra-inning loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte scored each time he got on base Sunday after he was limited to two walks in his previous two games. Aside from a four-hit effort versus Philadelphia on Wednesday, the outfielder has slumped lately. He's still doing well overall with a .294/.401/.453 slash line, six home runs, 18 RBI, 38 runs scored and 13 stolen bases in 15 attempts through 202 plate appearances. Marte's 13.4 percent walk rate is by far the best of his career.
Jul 1 2021Marte went 4-for-6 with a run scored in Wednesday's 11-6 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All four knocks were singles, but Marte still figured heavily into the Marlins' 18-hit attack on the night. The big performance snapped an 0-for-18 skid over his prior five games, but the 32-year-old still finished June with a strong .292/.387/.448 slash line, four homers, nine steals, 10 RBI and 20 runs through 26 contests.
Jun 24 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a stolen base in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He spoiled Robbie Ray's shutout bid with his blast in the sixth inning, but it was the lone offensive bright spot for Miami. Marte is putting together an impressive June after battling injuries in April and May, slashing .333/.429/.542 through 20 games this month with four of his six homers and eight of his 11 steals on the year.
Jun 19 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a walk, two stolen bases and two runs scored during Saturday's 11-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte stole second base in the first and third innings, marking his first game this season with multiple swiped bags. The outfielder has faired well since returning from a rib injury May 28, tallying 22 hits (eight XBH) to go along with seven stolen bases across 67 at-bats.
Jun 16 2021Marte isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Cardinals, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had crossed the plate in each of the last six games, and he hit .318 with a home run, a double, seven runs, four RBI and two stolen bases during that time. Magneuris Sierra will start in center field and bat seventh.
Jun 13 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with three RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 6-4 loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder got Miami on the board with an RBI single in the fifth inning, then he scored on a wild pitch. In the seventh, he knocked in two more runs with another single. The 32-year-old has four multi-hit efforts in his last seven games, going 14-for-28 (.500) in that span. He's slashing .348/.439/.563 with five home runs, 15 RBI, 26 runs scored and seven stolen bases in 132 plate appearances.
Jun 10 2021Marte went 4-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two total runs scored in Thursday's 11-4 win over Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder hit the third of Miami's three second-inning homers. He also scored on a Jesus Aguilar double in the sixth inning. Marte came up just a triple shy of the cycle Thursday. The 32-year-old has gone 12-for-20 during a five-game hitting streak. He's up to a .356/.450/.594 slash line with five homers, 12 RBI, 23 runs scored and six stolen bases across 120 plate appearances.
Jun 7 2021Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a stolen base and a walk in Monday's 5-3 loss to Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte cut Boston's lead to three in the top of the fifth inning with a solo home run to center, his second long ball of the month (seven games). He's 8-for-24 with four extra-base hits, three RBI and two stolen bases in the first seven days of June.
Jun 5 2021Marte isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Pirates, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will get a breather after he went 1-for-8 with a double, a run and three strikeouts across the last two contests. Magneuris Sierra will start in center field and bat eighth.
Jun 3 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a walk and a solo home run in Wednesday's 6-5 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His seventh-inning blast off Trent Thornton seemed to provide the Marlins with an insurance run, but it wasn't enough cushion after closer Yimi Garcia stumbled in the ninth. Marte has hit the ground running since recovering from a rib injury, hitting .357 (5-for-14) through four games with a homer, three doubles and a steal, and the hot streak has boosted his slash line on the season to .319/.425/.542 with three home runs, four stolen bases, 10 RBI and 16 runs in only 20 contests.
Jun 2 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a stolen base in Tuesday's loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder has four hits, including three doubles, in three games since recovering from a rib injury. On the season, Marte is slashing .324/.427/.515 with two homers, four steals, nine RBI and 15 runs through only 19 contests.
May 28 2021Marte (ribs) went 1-for-3 with a double and a strikeout in Friday's 5-2 loss to Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rain-shortened contest Friday allowed Marte to be eased back into action. The outfielder missed nearly six weeks with a non-displaced rib fracture. He's slashing .311/.411/.492 with two home runs, eight RBI, 15 runs scored and three stolen bases in 73 plate appearances. Marte is likely to resume an everyday role as Miami's top center fielder.
May 27 2021Marlins manager Don Mattingly said Marte (rib) would join the team in Boston for its upcoming three-game series in Boston that begins Friday, Andre Fernandez of Sirius XM Radio reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Mattingly didn't say that Marte would be activated from the 10-day injured list, the Marlins likely wouldn't pull him off his rehab assignment at Triple-A Jacksonville if they didn't think his return to the active roster was imminent. The Miami training staff will likely evaluate Marte when he joins the club in Boston, but if the non-displaced rib fracture is no longer deemed an issue, he should slot back into the lineup as soon as Friday. Marte, who has been on the shelf since April 20 with the injury, went 0-for-6 while playing six innings in center field across two rehab games with Jacksonville.
May 24 2021Marte (rib) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami hasn't indicated how long Marte will stay with Jacksonville, but assuming he's able to play a full game in the outfield over the next few days, he could be reinstated from the 10-day injured list as soon as the weekend. Marte appears to be progressing more rapidly than expected from a non-displaced fracture of his 12th rib, an injury that was originally expected to keep him on the shelf until early June. The Marlins have cycled a number of players at center field in Marte's stead over the past month, with Magneuris Sierra picking up most of the starts at the position of late.
May 21 2021Marte (ribs) took batting practice on the field Friday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old began his hitting program last week and was swinging against a pitching machine Tuesday, but he's now progressed to participating during batting practice. Marte doesn't have an official timeline for his return but is likely still at least a couple weeks away.
May 18 2021Marlins manager Don Mattingly said Tuesday that Marte (ribs) has resumed hitting against a pitching machine, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte began a hitting progression last week, with his initial swings presumably coming against soft-toss pitching. He's now taking a step forward by facing pitching at higher velocity, but Marte still has several more hurdles to clear in the recovery process for his non-displaced left rib fracture. Fantasy managers shouldn't count on Marte returning from the injured list until the first half of June.
May 14 2021Marte (ribs) began a hitting progression Friday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been out for nearly a month with a non-displaced rib fracture. Beginning a hitting progression represents an important step in his recovery, but he's still not expected to return until early June.
May 4 2021The Marlins announced Tuesday that Marte (rib) has been cleared for "rotational" work, but he's not yet ready to resume baseball activities, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte looks to have taken a slight step forward in his recovery from a non-displaced rib fracture, but the Marlins haven't adjusted his projected timeline. He'll likely remain on the 10-day injured list until at least the early part of June.
Apr 28 2021Marte (ribs) may not be back in the lineup until early June, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Marlins expect the center fielder will be sidelined at least a month, which would make a late May return the best-case scenario, but the club has little reason to rush him back and risk aggravating the injury of a player it might be looking to trade in the second half. Marte has been out since April 18 with a nondisplaced fracture in his 12th rib, on the left side of his chest. The lengthy absence means he'll need a minor-league rehab stint before rejoining the big-league roster.
Apr 26 2021Marte is still feeling discomfort in his fractured rib and remains without a timetable to return to activity, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has already been out for a week, so he's nearing the time when he'll be able to return from the injured list. It doesn't appear as though he'll have a chance to return when first eligible, though it remains unclear how much more time the Marlins expect him to miss.
Apr 20 2021The Marlins placed Marte (rib) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's move to the IL was a foregone conclusion after he was diagnosed Monday with a non-displaced fracture in his 12th rib following an MRI. The Marlins plan to re-evaluate Marte in 5-to-7 days before providing an updated timeline for his return. Lewis Brinson was recalled from the alternate site in a corresponding move, and he could take over as the Marlins' primary center fielder while Marte is on the mend.
Apr 19 2021Marte underwent an MRI on Monday which revealed a non-displaced fracture on his rib. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte left Sunday's game against the Giants with what originally appeared to be a left oblique or intercostal muscle injury. He'll be shut down for five to seven days before being reevaluated. He's yet to be officially placed on the injured list, but that transaction is expected to come Tuesday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. His expected return date should become clearer following that reevaluation.
Apr 18 2021Marte was lifted for a pinch hitter midway through his at-bat in the bottom of the ninth inning during Sunday's 1-0 loss to the Giants after suffering an apparent injury to his left oblique or intercostal muscle, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte, who went 1-for-3 prior to the ninth-inning plate appearance, appeared to pick up the injury while swinging at a Tyler Rogers offering. Manager Don Mattingly said after the game that Marte hasn't been given a firm diagnosis for his injury yet, but the fact that the skipper didn't downplay the issue raises concern that the outfielder might require a trip to the 10-day injured list. The Marlins should provide more clarity on Marte's condition before the team begins a two-game set with Baltimore on Tuesday.
Apr 16 2021Marte went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Friday's win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte broke the tie in the eighth inning with a three-run shot off reliever Wandy Peralta, who had previously allowed a single to Corey Dickerson. This was Marte's second homer of the campaign, and the veteran outfielder is enjoying a strong start to the season -- he's hitting .320 with a .937 OPS while reaching base safely in each of his last eight games.
Apr 15 2021Marte went 1-for-3 with two walks and a solo home run Thursday against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte took Nate Jones deep in the seventh inning for his first home run of the season. The effort also extended Marte's hitting streak to five games, during which he's gone 7-for-20 with two RBI, nine runs scored and a stolen base.
Apr 14 2021Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and three runs scored in Tuesday's 14-8 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte reached four straight times after grounding out in his first at-bat, as he singled twice, walked and was hit by a pitch. The 32-year-old plated Miguel Rojas with his first hit of the day in the second inning and then proceeded to cross home in the fourth, sixth and seventh with the Marlins scoring at will off almost every pitcher they saw for Atlanta. Marte has been locked in at the plate over the last three games with a slash line of .417/.533/.500 and has driven in one RBI while scoring six runs over that span.
Apr 3 2021Marte went 3-for-5 with a double in Friday's 6-4 loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After striking out in all four of his at-bats Opening Day, Marte quickly righted the ship with a strong effort Friday, albeit in a losing cause. The veteran outfielder has posted an OPS below .770 only once in the last eight seasons, and there's little reason to think his production will fall off in his first full campaign in Miami.
Mar 19 2021Marte has gone 9-for-27 (.333) through 11 Grapefruit League games with a 2:4 BB:K and two stolen bases on two attempts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old hasn't gone yard yet, but Marte has lashed two doubles and two triples. He's set as the Marlins' Opening Day center fielder, and he'll be looking to put together a big campaign with free agency looming next winter. Marte hasn't hit below .275 in any of the last eight seasons, and his OPS has fallen below .770 only once during that stretch, giving him an exceptionally stable floor for fantasy purposes.
Oct 28 2020The Marlins informed Marte (hand) on Wednesday that they will exercise his $12.5 million team option for 2021, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Team CEO Derek Jeter told the media earlier this month that he hoped to retain Marte through the upcoming season, so the Marlins' decision to pick up the outfielder's affordable option comes as little surprise. Though he was sidelined for the Marlins' NLDS loss to the Braves after fracturing his left hand, Marte is expected to be back to full strength well in advance of spring training. Between his stops in Arizona and Miami in 2020, the 32-year-old proved he was still a capable bat near the top of the lineup, slashing .281/.340/.430 with six home runs and 10 stolen bases over 61 games.
Oct 6 2020Marte (hand) will not be on the Marlins' roster for the NLDS against the Braves, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte broke his hand after getting hit by a pitch in Game 1 of the Wild Card Round against the Cubs. He remained on the roster for Game 2 as a potential pinch runner, but the fracture will keep him from being able to hit in the near future, so he'll be dropped from the roster for the next series. He isn't expected to require surgery, however, so he could have a shot to return for the NLCS should the Marlins advance past Atlanta.
Oct 4 2020Manager Don Mattingly said Sunday that the Marlins haven't made any determination on the status of Marte (hand) for this week's NLDS matchup with the Braves, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte fractured his left hand in the Marlins' postseason opener against the Cubs on Sept. 30 and sat out the series-clinching win two days later. Despite the severity of his injury, Marte apparently won't require surgery to address the fractured hand, leaving the door open for him to play for the rest of the Marlins' playoff run. When he'll be ready to hit again is more of a question mark, so even if Marte is included on the NLDS roster, he may largely be limited to pinch running and defensive duty.
Oct 2 2020Marte (hand) remains on the bench Friday for the rescheduled Game 2 of the Wild Card Series against the Cubs, Andre Fernandez of Sirius XM Radio reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It would be a surprise to see Marte in the lineup any time soon, as he fractured his pinky after getting hit by a pitch Wednesday. He was reportedly going to be available for Game 2 off the bench when it was originally scheduled to take place Thursday, likely just to pinch run or perhaps play the field. That's presumably still the case Friday. Magneuris Sierra will play center field in his absence.
Oct 1 2020Marte (hand) isn't in the lineup for Game 2 of the Wild Card Series against the Cubs but could be available off the bench in some capacity, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte visited a hand specialist Thursday, who confirmed that he suffered small fracture at the base of his pinky after getting hit by a pitch in Game 1. The issue is apparently minor enough that he can attempt to play through it, though he'll be on the bench Thursday, with Magneuris Sierra getting the start in center field.
Sep 30 2020Marte suffered a fractured left hand during Wednesday's Game 1 win against the Cubs but is still considered day-to-day, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's X-ray revealed a non-displaced fracture of his left pinky finger, but there's still hope that he could play through the injury. As a result, he's still considered day-to-day by the Marlins for now. If Marte misses time, Magneuris Sierra and Monte Harrison should take over in center field.
Sep 28 2020Marlins president of baseball operations said Monday that Marte (ear) should be fine to play in the playoffs, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte sustained a left ear contusion after being hit by a pitch in the helmet in Sunday's regular-season finale. He appears to have avoided a significant injury leading up to the NL Wild Card Series against the Cubs, which begins Wednesday. The 31-year-old should serve as the starting center fielder for Miami as long as he's healthy.
Sep 27 2020Marte was diagnosed with a left ear contusion after being hit by a pitch during Sunday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old was hit in the helmet by a 95-mph fastball during the second inning Sunday and left the field under his own power. Marte likely will continue to undergo testing, but it will be good news if he's able to avoid a concussion as the Marlins open the postseason Tuesday or Wednesday.
Sep 26 2020Marte isn't starting Saturday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is one of several starters taking a seat for Miami after the team clinched a spot in the postseason Friday. Monte Harrison will handle the duties in left field Saturday.
Sep 23 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Tuesday, as the Marlins lost to the Braves 11-1. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move to Marlins Park hasn't been overly kind to Marte, as he has hit nearly .040 points worse than during his time in Arizona this season. Nonetheless, Marte has now hit safely in three straight games and went 2-for-3 against Wednesday's starter Max Fried in their last matchup.
Sep 20 2020Manager Don Mattingly said Marte has been "beat up the past few games," but the plan is for Marte to play in the second game of Sunday's doubleheader against the Nationals, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is out of the lineup for the first game of the twin bill, replaced in center field by Lewis Brinson. The skipper said it's mostly just to give Marte a rest, though he noted Marte was hit by a pitch Saturday and twisted his ankle on a play at home plate Friday.
Sep 17 2020Marte went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base in Thursday's loss to the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte was hit by a pitch in the first inning and subsequently stole second base, however, Miami was unable to get on the board until the bottom of the seventh, when he drove in a run on a groundout to third base. Through 17 games in September, the outfielder has recorded three homers, 12 RBI and two stolen bases.
Sep 16 2020Manager Don Mattingly said that Marte is being withheld from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox because the outfielder is "a little beat up," Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's injury shouldn't be viewed as anything more than general soreness, so expect the outfielder to be available off the bench Wednesday before checking back into the starting nine for Thursday's series finale. Monte Harrison will cover center field in Marte's stead Wednesday.
Sep 14 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with solo home run and two runs scored in Monday's 6-2 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte took David Phelps deep in the seventh to extend the Marlins' lead to 6-1. It was the outfielder's fifth long ball and it brought his RBI count up to 25 on the campaign. Marte will bring a .302/.360/.467 slash line into the set against the Red Sox.
Sep 13 2020Marte went 3-for-4 with two runs scored and a pair of doubles in an 8-1 win over the Phillies in Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled and scored in the first inning, and followed that up with a double and another run in the third. He led off the fifth with another double, but couldn't come home that time. The outfielder has four homers, 24 RBI, 30 runs scored and six stolen bases in 47 games between the Marlins and the Diamondbacks this season.
Sep 10 2020Marte went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles and four RBI in a comeback victory over the Phillies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte plated Miami's first run with a double in the first inning, then came through with a clutch bases-clearing double with two outs in the eighth frame to knot the score. The three-hit effort was his fourth of the season and his first since joining Miami at the trade deadline. Between the Diamondbacks and the Marlins, Marte has produced a .296/.358/.451 slash line on the season.
Sep 6 2020Marte went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer and a stolen base in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte gave Miami a 2-0 lead with his long ball off Tyler Glasnow in the first inning. It marked the fourth homer on the campaign for the outfielder, who also swiped his sixth base later in the tilt. Marte is now 6-for-22 with two homers since being traded to the Marlins on Aug. 31.
Sep 1 2020Marte went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored during Tuesday's win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old started in center field and batted third in his debut for the Marlins on Tuesday, and he came through in the clutch with a 438-foot homer to center field during the eighth inning to break a 2-2 tie. Marte was enjoying a strong season in Arizona before being traded with a .311/.384/.443 slash line, and he's off to a good start with his new team.
Aug 31 2020Marte was traded from the Diamondbacks to the Marlins for Caleb Smith, Humberto Mejia and a player to be named later, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In this wild shortened season, the Marlins are somehow contending while the Diamondbacks are in last place in the NL West. Arizona did not want to pick up Marte's $12.5 million option for 2021. Marte should remain an everyday player with his new team. He is hitting .311/.384/.443 with two home runs and five steals in 138 plate appearances.
Aug 28 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored in Friday's win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte pushed his hitting streak to five games and has posted back-to-back multi-hit games for the second time this month. The veteran center fielder has been one of the most reliable offensive threats in the Diamondbacks lineup, hitting .333 with two homers, 12 RBI, 18 runs scored and four stolen bases this month.
Aug 27 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and three runs scored in Wednesday's loss against Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte pushed his hitting streak to four games with his ninth multi-hit performance of the campaign -- the veteran center fielder continues to make an impact in the middle of the order for Arizona. Marte is hitting .326 with a .874 OPS, two homers and 10 RBI this month.
Aug 23 2020Marte went 1-for-4 with a double and a stolen base in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte is up to five stolen bases this season after swiping a bag in the first inning of Sunday's loss. Arizona's prized offseason acquisition has been as advertised so far this season, slashing .320/.402/.454 with nine extra-base hits.
Aug 21 2020Marte isn't in the lineup Friday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had gone hitless with one RBI over the past two games, and he'll take a seat for the series opener against San Francisco. Jon Jay will take over in center field, batting ninth.
Aug 12 2020Marte went 3-for-5 with a home run, four RBI and an additional run scored during Wednesday's 13-7 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old collected three hits during Tuesday's game, and he replicated that effort while hitting his second homer of the season Wednesday. Marte has a .369/.446/.538 slash line with 13 runs, five doubles, nine RBI and two stolen bases in 18 games this season.
Aug 11 2020Marte went 3-for-5 with an RBI single and a run scored in Tuesday's 8-7 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All three of Marte's hits were singles, with the biggest one plating the fourth of five runs during the Diamondbacks' ninth-inning comeback that fell just short. The 31-year-old outfielder is slashing .350/.435/.483 with a homer, five RBI and 11 runs scored in 17 games this season.
Aug 8 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte led off the fourth inning with a double and came around to score on a Stephen Vogt sacrifice fly. Marte then clubbed his first homer of the year in the sixth to give Arizona a 2-1 lead. The 31-year-old outfielder is now hitting .372/.481/.558 with three RBI, nine runs scored and two stolen bases in 14 contests.
Aug 7 2020Marte went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored in Thursday's 5-4 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been a frequent visitor to the base paths the last two games, going 5-for-8 with two walks and three runs scored. He stood out while many of the Diamondbacks' hitters slumped to start the season, but the offense showed signs of breaking out during the Houston series, Arizona's first series win. Marte has just two RBI, but is slashing .359/.479/.462 with seven runs and two steals in 12 games.
Aug 2 2020Marte went 1-for-3 with a stolen base and was hit by a pitch in Sunday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte singled in the fourth inning and swiped a bag in the ninth after being drilled by Kenley Jansen. The 31-year-old outfielder is slashing .300/.432/.367 and has already been hit by three pitches in nine games this season.
Jul 29 2020Marte is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte began the year with a five-game hitting streak but will now get his first off day of the season. Jon Jay gets the nod in center field in his absence.
Jul 26 2020Marte went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Padres. He was also caught stealing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte scored the lone run for the Diamondbacks, whose offense has been quieted over the first two games in San Diego. The team is 3-for-16 with runners in scoring position to start the season. Marte has gone 3-for-8 in the two games and has scored two runs.
Jul 10 2020Marte (undisclosed) returned to the Diamondbacks' camp Friday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte had missed the past four days of on-field workouts for an undisclosed reason, but he was cleared to rejoin the team Friday. It's unclear whether his absence will impact his preparations for Opening Day, but the team hopes that he'll be able to participate in intrasquad games over the weekend.
Jul 9 2020Marte wasn't present for the Diamondbacks' workouts Thursday for an undisclosed reason, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte hasn't been seen in workouts Tuesday or Wednesday, and he was once again absent Thursday. Manager Torey Lovullo didn't provide a reason for his absence, and the team wouldn't legally be allowed to say whether it's related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Whether his absence will impact Marte's availability for the start of the regular season remains to be seen.
Mar 21 2020Marte has batted .200 (4-for-20) with two extra-base hits, four walks, one RBI and one stolen base over nine Cactus League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a new team after being traded from Pittsburgh to Arizona during the offseason, Marte batted leadoff (eight games) or second (one game) during spring action. He's no stranger to the top of the order, but the 31-year-old center fielder predominantly hit third for the Pirates the last two seasons. Wherever he lands, a healthy Marte should get north of 600 plate appearances, offering plenty of opportunities for the five-category outfielder.
Feb 25 2020Marte started in center field and batted leadoff in Monday's spring game against San Francisco. He went 1-for-2 with a walk and a stolen base. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte made his debut for the Diamondbacks, who acquired him from the Pirates a couple of weeks prior to spring training. He's expected to be the team's primary center fielder, although his placement at the top of the order was noteworthy. The 31-year-old outfielder was a middle-of-the-order staple for Pittsburgh each of the last two seasons.
Jan 27 2020Marte was traded from the Pirates to the Diamondbacks in exchange for Liover Peguero, Brennan Malone and international money on Monday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte emerged as one of the top options on the trade market once most of the best free agents had been signed. He should slot in at or near the top of the Diamondbacks' lineup and serve as the team's everyday center fielder for all of this season and likely the next, as Arizona will hold a club option for the 2021 season. Marte has stolen at least 20 bases for seven straight seasons and has hit at least 20 homers in each of the last two campaigns, a number which could go up now that he's left a pitcher-friendly park in Pittsburgh. Heading into his age-31 season, he doesn't seem to be slowing down, as he hit .295/.342/.503 for the Pirates last season.
Dec 16 2019Marte (wrist) is going through his offseason training fully healthy, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte's 2019 campaign ended prematurely in early September due to a sprained wrist. It doesn't appear as though the issue will affect him heading into the 2020 season. Whether or not the 31-year-old spends that season as a member of the rebuilding Pirates remains to be seen.
Oct 31 2019Marte's (wrist) $11.5 million club option for 2020 was picked up Thursday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old hit a career-high 23 home runs with 82 RBI in 2019, so the team's decision to pick up his option isn't very surprising. Once the Pirates gain stability in the front office, Marte could be traded during the offseason if the team can find value as it looks to rebuild.
Sep 25 2019Marte (wrist) will not return this season, Nubyjas Wilborn of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With just five games left in the season and the Pirates out of playoff contention, the team opted to shut Marte and a few others down. The outfielder appeared in 132 games, slashing .295/.342/.503 while setting career highs in home runs (23), RBI (82) and runs scored (97). He also swiped 25 bases. Marte isn't expected to require surgery and should be ready by the start of spring training.
Sep 22 2019Marte (wrist) does not appear close to returning, general manager Neal Huntington said during his Sunday radio show on 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "He's continued to fight to get back into the lineup but his body hasn't cooperated the way we would ideally like it to," Huntington noted. With only six games remaining in the season, time is running out on Marte. The center fielder hasn't appeared in a game since serving as a pinch runner Sept. 10.
Sep 18 2019Marte (wrist) won't return to the lineup until Sept. 24 against the Cubs at the earliest, Nubyjas Wilborn of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte and Josh Bell (groin) are not being shut down and are still trying to get cleared to return to action before the end of the season. He can play in six games maximum over the rest of the season, and we probably won't know his status for the Cubs series until Tuesday.
Sep 17 2019Marte (wrist) isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte hasn't taken the field since Sept. 10, and he remains without a timetable for a return. He suffered a sprained left wrist Sept. 8 against the Cardinals and is now experiencing inflammation. According to Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic, skipper Clint Hurdle stated prior to Tuesday's game that he "doesn't see an immediate return to play" for Marte.
Sep 15 2019General manager Neal Huntington said Sunday in his appearance on 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh that Marte is still experiencing inflammation in his left wrist. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte has been limited to a couple pinch-running appearances since injuring his wrist last Sunday. Huntington offered no update as to when he expects the outfielder to return to the starting lineup. Bryan Reynolds continues to start in center field in Marte's absence.
Sep 14 2019Marte (wrist) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He hasn't been in the lineup since Sept. 8 and hasn't appeared off the bench since Sept. 10 due to the wrist injury. Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Marte is currently only available as a pinch runner. Bryan Reynolds will continue to start in center field while Kevin Kramer starts in left.
Sep 13 2019Marte (wrist) will remain on the bench Friday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte will sit for the fifth straight game after leaving Sunday's contest with a sprained wrist. He's appeared off the bench twice in that time period but has yet to receive an at-bat. Bryan Reynolds will start in center field Friday.
Sep 12 2019Marte (wrist) is not in Thursday's lineup against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He sprained his wrist Sunday but has appeared off the bench in two of three games this week. Bryan Reynolds is starting in center field while Kevin Kramer gets the start in left.
Sep 11 2019Marte (wrist) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has been out of the lineup all week with a sprained wrist but appeared off the bench both Monday and Tuesday. Bryan Reynolds slides over to center field while Kevin Kramer starts in left field.
Sep 10 2019Marte (wrist) remains on the bench Tuesday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte left Sunday's game against the Cardinals with a sprained wrist and was on the bench for Monday's contest, though he was able to appear off the bench as a pinch runner. He'll avoid hitting again Tuesday, with Bryan Reynolds sliding to center field again in his absence.
Sep 9 2019Marte (wrist) is not starting Monday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte suffered a sprained left wrist during Sunday's clash, so it's unsurprising to see that the Pirates are holding him out of Monday's action. Bryan Reynolds will shift to center field and bat second.
Sep 8 2019Marte sprained his left wrist in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His left wrist bent back awkwardly after making the catch for the final out in the top of the ninth inning, and he was lifted for a pinch hitter to begin the bottom of the ninth. The Pirates have not announced a timetable for Marte's return, but with Pittsburgh out of the playoff mix, it would not be surprising if they played it safe and sat him for at least a few days.
Sep 7 2019Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk and two RBI against the Cardinals on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing two games, he returned to his customary third spot in the lineup and picked up where he left off. Marte tied his career high in RBI (81) on Friday and needs five stolen bases to go 20/30 for the second straight year. Most importantly, it seems as though the star center fielder has moved past his recent injury scare.
Sep 6 2019Marte is starting in center field and hitting third Friday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Perhaps we'll never know exactly why Marte missed the last two games after not being out of the lineup since mid-June. Regardless, it seems like Marte is healthy enough to play this weekend.
Sep 5 2019Marte is not in Thursday's lineup against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will miss his second game in a row. Prior to Wednesday, the last time he missed a game was June 16, so it seems likely that he is banged up. Bryan Reynolds shifts to center field with Pablo Reyes getting the start in left field.
Sep 4 2019Marte is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte saw an 11-game hitting streak come to an end Tuesday, so manager Clint Hurdle decided to give him his first day off since June 16. Barring any sort of unannounced injury, Marte figures to be back in his regular center field spot for Thursday's series finale. Bryan Reynolds will handle the center-field duties in Marte's place Wednesday night.
Aug 28 2019Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs in a 12-3 loss against the Phillies on Wednesday.
Aug 22 2019Marte went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases in a 7-1 loss against the Nationals on Thursday.
Aug 21 2019Marte went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in a 4-1 victory against the Nationals on Tuesday.
Aug 19 2019Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and a stolen base in a loss to the Cubs on Sunday.
Aug 15 2019Marte went 1-for-3 with his 20th stolen base against the Angels on Wednesday.
Aug 13 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with a double, a stolen base and two runs Monday in the Pirates' 10-2 win over the Angels.
Aug 3 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and two steals in a 7-5 loss against the Mets on Saturday.
Jul 31 2019Marte went 1-for-3 with a walk and three runs Tuesday in the Pirates' 11-4 win over the Reds.
Jul 24 2019Marte went 4-for-5 with three doubles, three RBI and two runs in a 14-8 loss against the Cardinals on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with a double and two runs in a 6-5 loss to St. Louis on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2019Marte went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in a 4-3 loss against the Cardinals on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 17 2019Marte went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in a 6-5 loss against the Cardinals on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Marte went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs in a 10-4 loss to the Cubs on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 12 2019Marte went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in a 4-3 loss against the Cubs on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 7 2019Marte went 2-for-5 with a triple and three RBI in Saturday's 12-2 win over Milwaukee.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2019Marte went 1-for-5 with a walk, a steal, an RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 18-5 victory over the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Marte went 3-for-4 with a run and was caught stealing in a 2-1 loss to Milwaukee on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Marte went 3-for-4 with a run scored and was caught stealing in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Milwaukee.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 27 2019Marte went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and three runs to help the Pirates to a 10-0 win over the Astros on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Marte is out of the lineup<\/a> for Sunday's game against the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 13 2019Marte went 2-for-6 with a solo shot, his 10th home run of the season, in Wednesday's 8-7 extra-innings loss to Atlanta.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with two homers and four RBI in Monday's loss to the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with two homers and four RBI against Atlanta on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 6 2019Marte went 3-for-3 with a double and a stolen base Wednesday in the Pirates' 7-4 win over the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Marte went 4-for-7 with a three-run home run in a 12-10 loss against the Brewers on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with an RBI and his ninth stolen base of the season in Friday's 9-4 win over Milwaukee.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Marte finished 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs scored, two RBI and a stolen base during Thursday's 14-6 win over the Rockies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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May 19 2019Marte went 2-for-5 with his seventh stole base in a 7-2 win against the Padres on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with two doubles and a run scored in a 6-2 win over Arizona on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 13 2019Marte went 3-for-5 with a triple and a run scored in Monday's 9-3 loss to Arizona.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 23 2018Marte extended his hitting streak to 15 games Sunday, going 2-for-4 with his 15th home run of the season.Since returning from a three-game benching, the center fielder has slashed .381/.409/.730 with six homers and 15 RBI in 67 plate appearances. He's also swiped seven bases. Marte features a career-best .207 ISO, well above last season's mark (.104) and his career average (.158). Surprisingly, his .327 BABIP is below his career mark of .351.
Jul 20 2018Marte went 2-for-6 with a double and a grand slam Friday against Cincinnati.Marte extended Pittsburgh's lead to 10 in the eighth inning with a grand slam. He's managed to put together a solid season thus far, as he's hitting .287 with 14 homers and 48 RBI through 86 games.
Jul 14 2018Marte went a combined 3-for-8 with a pair of solo homers and three runs scored in Saturday's doubleheader against the Brewers.Marte combined for back-to-back homers with fellow outfielder Gregory Polanco in each game. The pair provided all the scoring the Pirates would need in the first inning of the first game and added two insurance runs in the eighth inning of game two. Marte's season line now sits at a solid .283/.332/.481 with 13 homers and 24 steals. That home run total is just six shy of his career high with nearly half a season still to play.
Jul 11 2018Marte went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and a walk in Wednesday's win over the Nationals.Marte's 11th home run of the year was the only offense in this game, as Pittsburgh held on for a 2-0 win. Following an offensive slump that led to a three-game benching at the beginning of the month, the 29-year-old has responded by ripping off a seven-game hitting streak, going 12-for-26 with a couple of home runs and six RBI over that span. On the year, he's now slashing .282/.334/.468.
Jul 9 2018Marte, who collected two hits Sunday, is 9-for-16 since returning from a three-game benching.He put down a pair of bunt singles and stole his fourth base in as many games since the team gave him a re-boot during its West Coast roadtrip last week. Marte also made several strong plays in center field. The 29-year-old has already hit more homers (10) than in either of the last two seasons (in fewer at-bats) and features a full-season, career-best .179 ISO.
Jul 8 2018Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in the Pirates' 4-1 victory over Philadelphia on Sunday.Marte has been on a steals bender, as he was able to swipe his fourth bag in his last three games in this contest. That gives him 22 on the season, so he figures to end up as one of the league leaders by season's end. He's also been swinging a hot bat lately, as this was fourth multi-hit game in a row to pump his average back up to .278.
Jul 7 2018Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Phillies.His third-inning shot off Jake Arrieta was his 10th homer of the year and first since June 19, ending a 13-game drought. Marte's been heating up despite the lack of power, though, banging out seven hits in his last three games to push his slash line on the season back up to .275/.326/.456.
Jul 2 2018Marte is out of the lineup against the Dodgers on Monday, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.Austin Meadows will get another start in center field in his absence. Marte had a rough month of June but his 2018 slash line still sits at a respectable .263/.314/.438 to go along with nine home runs, 34 RBI and 18 stolen bases.
Jul 2 2018Marte struck out on three pitches in a pinch-hitting role Sunday against San Diego.He struggled in June, slashing .183/.235/.312 with two homers and eight steals in 102 plate appearances. Marte's .214 BABIP for the month was well below his .358 mark over the first two months and his career mark (.350). He started 22 of 26 games in June as part of the team's four-man outfield rotation. There's also a chance he's still not completely healthy after suffering an oblique injury earlier in the season. Marte is 4-for-16 with one double and two stolen bases against Monday's starter, Alex Wood.
Jul 1 2018Marte is out of the lineup Sunday against the Padres.Marte will be the odd-man out in the Pirates' four-man outfield rotation, as Austin Meadows checks in as the center fielder and leadoff man in the series finale. The day off will give Marte a chance to reset after what has been a rough stretch since the 29-year-old returned from an oblique injury in late May. In his last 30 games, Marte has posted a porous .244 on-base percentage, though he has gone 8-for-9 on steal attempts over that stretch.
Jun 27 2018Marte is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets.Marte went 3-for-23 (.130) over his last five games, so manager Clint Hurdle decided to give him a day to clear his head. Austin Meadows will man center field for the Pirates on Wednesday night.
Jun 25 2018Marte will hit leadoff in Monday's game against the Mets.Marte has occupied the third spot in the batting order for the balance of the season, but with the Pirates struggling to get much going at the plate, manager Clint Hurdle decided it was time to switch things up, and moved him up to the top position. Marte posted just a .667 OPS in the leadoff spot in 2017, but Hurdle is hoping things go differently this time around.
Jun 17 2018Marte is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Reds.It was reported Wednesday that Marte had been playing through some oblique soreness, but that hasn't stopped him from starting in center field in each of the Pirates' last five games. He'll get a day off for the series finale, however, with Austin Meadows moving to center field and Francisco Cervelli moving up to the three-spot in the batting order.
Jun 13 2018Marte went 2-for-5 with a three-run homer in Tuesday's loss to the Diamondbacks.The Pirates found themselves in an early eight run hole, and though Marte's blast brought Pittsburgh back within two in the fourth, it ultimately wasn't enough. The 29-year-old seems to have responded well after getting an off day Sunday in the midst of a 3-for-27 slump, going 4-for-10 with a homer, two doubles and five RBI in the two games since.
Jun 13 2018Marte is still dealing with an oblique injury but believes he can play through the pain, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic Pittsburgh reports.He spent time on the disabled list with the same injury in May, sitting out nine games. Marte said he notices the discomfort mostly when he swings a bat. The center fielder hit just .188 in 48 at-bats since coming off the DL prior to Monday. Since then, he's strung together a pair of two-hit games, including two doubles and a homer. Pittsburgh's four-man outfield rotation should help to keep Marte healthy, but one awkward swing could land him back on the DL.
Jun 10 2018Marte is not in the lineup Sunday against the Cubs.Marte will make his way to the bench for the second time in the past six games as the Pirates close out their weekend series against the Cubs. Marte, who is just 4-for-32 over the past nine games, will be replaced by Austin Meadows in center field. Look for Marte to rejoin the starting nine Monday in Arizona.
Jun 5 2018Marte is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Marte is just 2-for-18 (.111) over his last four starts, so he'll give way to Austin Meadows in center field as the Pirates continue to deploy a four-man outfield rotation. He stumbled coming out of the batter's box Thursday on a grounder to short and it's always possible he could still be feeling the effects of a recent oblique injury. Providing he's healthy, look for the 29-year-old to rejoin the starting nine for Wednesday's contest.
May 31 2018Marte will bat third and start in center field Thursday against the Cardinals.Marte, who went 2-for-5 with two doubles and three RBI on Tuesday, sat out Wednesday's game. The center fielder collected a pair of hits, including a tape-measure homer, off starter Jack Flaherty on May 26 in his first game back from the disabled list.
May 30 2018Marte is out of Wednesday's lineup against the Cubs.It's Marte's turn to sit as part of Pittsburgh's four-man outfield rotation. Gregory Polanco is starting in right field and Austin Meadows is starting in center. Marte had started the last four games, going 5-for-16 (.313) with one home run and three strikeouts over that span.
May 29 2018Marte went 3-for-5 with with two doubles and three RBI in Tuesday's loss to the Cubs.Marte roped an RBI double in the first inning and tacked on two additional runs in the ninth on a single to deep center field. He's 5-for-16 since returning from injury and currently sports a strong .309 average on the season.
May 26 2018Marte (oblique) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Saturday, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic Pittsburgh reports.Marte is back with the Pirates ahead of Saturday's game against the Cardinals after getting through a full workout with no issues Friday. He should immediately slide back into the heart of the Pirates' order as the team's starting center fielder, with Austin Meadows -- who surprisingly wasn't sent back to the minors in a corresponding move -- shifting to a reserve role. Prior to landing on the disabled list, Marte was hitting .308/.366/.503 with six homers and 10 stolen bases across 41 games. Jose Osuna was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move.
May 26 2018Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a strikeout in Saturday's game against the Cardinals.He had been out since May 15 with an oblique injury, so going yard in his first game back has to put a smile on his owners' faces. The Pirates appear to be going with a four-man outfield rotation with Marte, Corey Dickerson, Gregory Polanco and Austin Meadows, so it's possible Marte could see start seeing a day or two off every couple of weeks.
May 25 2018Marte (oblique) will have a full workout prior to Friday's game against the Cardinals and could return from the disabled list Saturday if he avoids a setback, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte began running the bases and swinging in the indoor batting cages Wednesday as he hopes to spend the 10-day minimum on the disabled list. The 29-year-old had a .308/.366/.503 slash line with 30 runs scored and six home runs in 175 plate appearances prior to landing on the disabled list.
May 23 2018Marte (oblique) recently started swinging in the indoor cages, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.He also progressed to running the bases Wednesday, so everything is pointing in the right direction, although there is no official timetable for his return. Austin Meadows, who is 6-for-15 with two home runs since getting promoted from Triple-A, will continue to start in center field while Marte is out.
May 23 2018Marte (oblique) ran the bases before Wednesday's game against the Reds, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic Pittsburgh reports.Marte has been out since mid-May with an oblique strain. Until recently, he hadn't taken part in baseball activities. There haven't yet been reports of him swinging or throwing, so his return doesn't appear imminent, but at least he's been able to run. Austin Meadows will continue as the Pirates' center fielder in Marte's absence.
May 21 2018Marte (oblique) noted improvement with his condition Sunday, but has yet to resume taking part in baseball activities, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Despite his lack of activity to date, Marte is optimistic that he'll bounce back from the right oblique strain quickly, relaying that the injury isn't as painful as the one he experienced during the 2012 campaign. Manager Clint Hurdle has also suggested that Marte won't be in store for a lengthy stay on the 10-day disabled list, though it's less certain if the outfielder will be ready to go when first eligible to return May 26. Austin Meadows will continue to serve as the Pirates' everyday center fielder while Marte is on the shelf.
May 18 2018Marte (oblique) was put on the 10-day disabled list prior to Friday's game, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte will be eligible to return from the DL on May 26. The outfielder has sat out the past few days after suffering a strained right oblique during Tuesday's contest, but it's expected that he will be ready for action after a minimum stay on the shelf. In a corresponding move, Austin Meadows was called up from Triple-A Indianapolis.
May 17 2018Marte (oblique) is expected to be placed on the 10-day disabled list Friday, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic Pittsburgh reports.With prospect Austin Meadows expected to ascend from Triple-A Indianapolis to make his debut and fill the roster spot, Marte will need a few more days to recover from the right oblique problem that forced him to exit Tuesday's game. After the roster transaction becomes official, he won't be eligible for activation until next weekend, but a more detailed update on his timetable should be provided in the coming days. The 29-year-old has rewarded his shareholders with a .308/.366/.503 slash, six home runs, 10 stolen bases and 30 runs scored in 175 plate appearances. Meadows, Adam Frazier and Sean Rodriguez likely will combine to hold down center field in his stead.
May 17 2018Marte (oblique) is not in the lineup against San Diego on Thursday.As expected, Marte will receive another day off after suffering an oblique injury during Tuesday's contest. In his place, Sean Rodriguez will start in center field and bat seventh in the Pirates' order. Consider Marte day-to-day ahead of Friday's game.
May 16 2018Marte acknowledged that he's dealing with an oblique injury but is hopeful that a stint on the disabled list is unnecessary, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.Marte was removed from Tuesday's game and held out Wednesday due to this particular issue. He should still be considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's series opener against San Diego, but it seems likely that he will need at least one more day off. Sean Rodriguez will likely draw another start in center field if Marte is unable to play.
May 16 2018Marte (side) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the White Sox.Marte exited in the first inning of Tuesday's 7-0 win over the White Sox after experiencing right side discomfort and will be given at least one day to recover from the issue. After Tuesday's contest, the Pirates didn't reveal the origin of Marte's injury, nor did manager Clint Hurdle offer much clarity on the extent of the outfielder's setback. If Marte fails to show improvement by the weekend and requires a trip to the 10-day disabled list, the Pirates will likely turn to Sean Rodriguez and Adam Frazier to cover center field in the interim or perhaps consider promoting prospect Austin Meadows from Triple-A Indianapolis to offer a higher-upside alternative at the position.
May 15 2018Marte exited Tuesday's game against the White Sox early with right side discomfort.Marte slapped a double and eventually came around to score in the Pirates' four-run first inning. He didn't appear to be hobbled on the basepaths, but he was replaced by Sean Rodriguez in center field between innings. It's unclear if Marte is simply dealing with minor discomfort or if he experienced a more severe oblique injury. We'll await further word from the organization with regards to the severity of his injury.
May 12 2018Marte went 3-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Friday's 11-2 win over the Giants.The 29-year-old is on fire at the moment, going 11-for-27 over the course of a six-game hitting streak with three homers, eight RBI, seven runs and a stolen base. The hot streak has pushed Marte's slash line on the season up to .300/.361/.493, and his six home runs, nine steals, 19 RBI and 28 runs through 38 games have made him a five-category dynamo so far.
May 9 2018Marte went 3-for-5 with an RBI and a stolen base in Tuesday's win over the White Sox.The steal was Marte's ninth of the year, but just his first in the last 11 games. He's in the midst of a nice four-game stretch, hitting .389 (7-for-18) with two home runs, a triple, six RBI and four runs scored in that span. His .291 average and .357 OBP are both just shy of career highs, so as long as he continues to get on base regularly, Marte should get plenty of stolen base and run-scoring opportunities.
May 5 2018Marte went 2-for-5 with a two-run inside-the-park home run in Friday's win over the Brewers.The home run was Marte's fourth on the year, the last one coming on April 15. It was Marte's eighth multi-hit game of the season, and his slash line now sits at .281/.357/.445. In 33 games the 29-year-old already has 15 walks (he had 23 walks in 129 games in 2016), which is significantly helping his on-base percentage. The speedy outfielder is 8-for-11 in stolen base attempts, and is in the top-10 among MLB outfielders in runs scored.
Apr 30 2018Marte is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Nationals.Marte will head to the bench for the first time all season after starting each of the team's first 28 games. In his place, Sean Rodriguez is starting in center field and hitting third. Marte is hitting a solid .288/.368/.450 with three homers and eight steals this season.
Apr 27 2018Marte went 1-for-3 with a stolen base, a walk and a strikeout in Thursday's 1-0 win over Detroit.Marte owns an unprecedented 12.7 percent walk rate to begin the year. To put it into perspective, the 29-year-old has never possessed a walk rate above 6.1 percent in any of his first six major-league seasons. If this holds throughout the rest of the campaign -- and his average doesn't drop significantly -- Marte could post career-highs in both stolen bases and runs scored.
Apr 15 2018Marte went 5-for-5 with a home run and four runs scored in Sunday's 7-3 victory over the Marlins.Marte turned in a stellar performance Sunday, as he mashed his third home run of the year and second over the last six games. He's been an outstanding source of run production as well this season, as he's scored 15 times over 15 games. He'll aim to continue his impressive showing in the Pirates' upcoming series against the Rockies.
Apr 10 2018Marte went 1-for-4 with a home run and two runs scored Tuesday against the Cubs.Marte managed to connect on a fastball from Tyler Chatwood in the fourth inning as he mashed his second home run of the year. Marte has now recorded a hit in four consecutive outings and has managed to reach base in all 10 of Pittsburgh's games, giving him a .356 on-base percentage for the year.
Apr 6 2018Marte went 2-for-5 with three RBI, a run and a steal in Pittsburgh's 14-3 romp over Cincinnati on Friday.Marte was hitting just .227 coming into the contest and although his average is still at just .259 following the two-hit game, he's got an .894 OPS through his first 27 at-bats this season and he looks primed to get back on track following a disappointing 2017 that saw him hit with an 80-game PED suspension. Marte also got his second steal of the season in the game, showing he still has the prowess on the base paths that has made him a five-category fantasy asset in the past.
Apr 1 2018Marte went 2-for-7 with his first homer and stolen base in Sunday's doubleheader against the Tigers.After batting sixth in Game 1, the Pirates moved Marte to third for the second game. He'll likely bat consistently higher in the order with the team returning to National League park play until May 8. Marte has eight hits in 26 at-bats against Monday starter Lance Lynn, including two doubles and a triple.
Mar 31 2018Marte will start in center field and bat sixth for the second straight game Saturday.He'll likely move out of the sixth spot in the batting order, but perhaps not until the team returns home Monday for games in the National League. Marte collected a two hits Friday, including a leadoff triple. He also drew a walk and attempted his first steal of second base, though he was thrown out.
Mar 28 2018Although Marte will bat sixth against the Tigers on Thursday, he's slated to hit second in the batting order with regularity, DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.He has one hit in 10 career at-bats against Thursday starter Jordan Zimmermann, leading to the lineup drop. Marte hit .340 with three homers and seven stolen bases in Grapefruit League action. Pittsburgh is looking to be more active on the basepaths in 2018 and Marte figures to spearhead the effort.
Mar 22 2018Marte is batting .410 in 39 at-bats with three home runs and six stolen bases in Grapefruit League action.He appears happy and healthy while playing in his natural outfield spot, center field, for the first time following Andrew McCutchen's departure. The career .288 hitter batted .275 with seven homers and 20 stolen bases in 77 games last year, missing 80 games due to a PED suspension. While Marte is set to rebound, keep in mind he's only played in more than 135 games once because of an assortment of injuries.
Feb 16 2018Marte (hand), who arrived to spring training three days early Thursday, says he's feeling more healthy after injury ended his Dominican Winter League prematurely, Rob Biertempfel of the Athletic reports.He was spiked on his left hand while playing for Leones del Escogido. "Sometimes, I'll still feel a tweak there," Marte said. "Not a big deal." The center fielder typically gets hit by more pitches than most batters -- he's totaled 87 HBPs in six seasons -- with nagging injuries costing him the odd game or two. Fortunately, Marte ended a disastrous 2017 (which included an 80-game PED suspension) on a high note, slashing .322/.380/.456 with three homers and eight stolen bases in 100 September plate appearances. With Andrew McCutchen traded to San Francisco, the hope is that Marte will relax in his natural center field position and rebound with a solid campaign.
Dec 19 2017Marte has been shut down from the Dominican Winter League due to a left hand injury, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.The injury doesn't appear to be anything overly serious -- as it's being described as a cut -- but the Pirates decided to play it safe with the outfielder and shut him down for the short amount of time left in winter ball. Marte hit .255/.310/.396 with two homers and eight stolen bases in 28 games before being the injury. He's looking to bounce back in 2018 after a disappointing 2017 campaign that saw him play in just 77 games due to a suspension.
Sep 28 2017Marte went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and his 20th stolen base of the season Wednesday.He's 9-for-25 with two doubles and six stolen bases against Thursday starter Edwin Jackson. Marte currently boasts a seven-game hitting streak during which he's batting .458 in 24 at-bats. He's also swiped five bags over that span.
Sep 23 2017Marte stole his fifth base in four games Friday, going 1-for-3 with a run scored against the Cardinals.He has six hits in his last 15 at-bats for a mostly listless Pirates squad. With 19 steals, Marte seems to be a lock to reach 20 stolen bases for the fifth straight season. He's batting .308 in 26 career at-bats against Saturday starter Lance Lynn.
Sep 20 2017Marte went 2-for-4 with a pair of stolen bases in his return from a pinky injury Tuesday.After missing nearly a week, Marte stole his 17th and 18th bases of the season. The outfielder will look to pad his stats after an 80-game suspension and should reach 20 steals with little trouble. He also has an outside chance of beating the nine homers he hit in 2016. Marte currently sits at six home runs.
Sep 19 2017Marte (finger) is starting in left field and batting second Tuesday against the Brewers, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte is good to go after missing four straight games with a jammed pinky. It was unclear if he'd be able to return this season due to the ailment, but he was cleared to return after taking swings with no issue over the weekend. He should serve as the Pirates' everyday left fielder down the stretch.
Sep 18 2017General manager Neal Huntington said Marte (finger) may not have enough time to return this season, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte hasn't played since Wednesday due to a jammed pinky, and it appears the Pirates, who are currently eliminated from playoff contention, aren't looking to push him to return for a few meaningless games as the end of the season draws closer. He was able to take swings prior to Sunday's game, so a return before the season concludes isn't out of the question, though he's working against the calendar. "There may come a point where we say, 'OK, we're not going to have enough time for it to make sense,'" Huntington said. "We're not there yet, but there may come a point in time." His status for Pittsburgh's upcoming series against the Brewers remains up in the air; Jordan Luplow should continue to see starts in left field if Marte remains sidelined.
Sep 18 2017Marte (finger) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Brewers.Marte will remain on the bench for a fourth straight contest as he continues to deal with an injured pinky finger. While he was able to take swings prior to Sunday's game against the Reds, his status for the remainder of the season remains up in the air. The Pirates are already out of playoff contention, and they don't want to push Marte to return for meaningless games, so they may simply opt to shut him down if he doesn't show improvement in the coming days. Jordan Luplow will continue to start in left field while Marte remains sidelined.
Sep 17 2017Marte (finger) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Reds.Sunday will mark the third consecutive day that Marte has been withheld from the lineup. The Pirates haven't indicated when Marte is expected to return, so consider him day-to-day for now. Jordan Luplow will start in left field and hit second with Marte out.
Sep 16 2017Marte (finger) is out of the lineup against the Reds on Saturday.Marte is dealing with a jammed pinky, and will miss a second straight game after suffering the injury during Wednesday's contest. In his place, Jordan Luplow will receive another start in left. Marte should be considered day-to-day heading into Sunday's series finale.
Sep 16 2017Marte, who didn't play Friday, is bothered by an injured pinky he jammed during Wednesday's game, AT&T SportsNet reports.Pirates announcer Joe Block explained during Friday's telecast that Marte jammed his pinky Wednesday. There was no indication the injury is serious. Marte has two hits (including a double) in six at-bats against Saturday starter Sal Romano in 2017, so he'll likely play if healthy.
Sep 15 2017Marte is not in the lineup against Cincinnati on Friday.Marte will get the night off for the second time in the past three days while Jordan Luplow draws the start in left. Over the last nine games, Marte has been scuffling at the plate, hitting just .121/.171/.212 in 33 at-bats.
Sep 12 2017Marte is out of Tuesday's lineup against the Brewers.Marte has three hits in his last 28 at-bats, but is coming off a rare game in which he homered off Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff. Jordan Luplow is starting in left field and hitting second.
Sep 3 2017Marte went 1-for-4 with his fifth homer of the season Sunday against Cincinnati.After never finishing a slugging percentage lower than .437 in his first five seasons, Marte entered Sunday's contest with a .350 mark (in 226 at-bats). Despite playing for a team with little postseason hope in September, however, the outfielder has much to play for as he looks to distance himself from an 80-game steroid suspension. He's expected to continue starting nearly every day, as Pittsburgh has little in the way of outfield prospects, especially with Austin Meadows (oblique) sidelined for the rest of 2017. Marte leads the Bucs with 13 stolen bases in 55 games.
Aug 29 2017Marte, who will play left field and bat leadoffTuesday against the Cubs, has seven career stolen bases against opposing starter Jake Arrieta.Marte was moved down to sixth in the batting order for the first time in 2017 during Monday's series opener. He has eight hits (including a homer) in 29 at-bats against Arrieta, but it's the potential for stolen bases that should perk the interest of DFS players. Despite playing in only 51 games this season, Marte leads Pittsburgh with 13 steals.
Aug 27 2017Marte went 3-for-5 with two RBI and his 13th stolen base Sunday against the Reds.The outfielder had just two hits in his last 24 at-bats prior to Sunday. Marte's slump followed six straight multi-hit performances. Despite his inconsistency, the Pirates continue to bat him exclusively in the leadoff spot.
Aug 24 2017Marte is out of the lineup Thursday against the Dodgers.Marte will retreat to the bench for just the second time since July 17, as Sean Rodriguez draws a start in left for the series finale. Since the two-game set against Milwaukee on Aug. 15, Marte is hitting .350/.395/.550 with two home runs and five RBI in his last nine outings.
Aug 21 2017Marte went 2-for-3 with two runs scored Sunday, giving him six consecutive multi-hit performances.He's totaled 13 hits in his last 25 at-bats while adding four bases in six games. Marte appeared to come up lame while rounding third base in the first inning of Sunday's game, but played the remaining eight innings without issue. He's 4-for-13 with a double and two stolen bases against Monday starter Alex Wood.
Aug 19 2017Marte went 3-for-5 with a two-run homer and a pair of steals Saturday against the Cardinals.Marte's third bomb of the season, and the first since returning from suspension, completed a five-run second inning to help lead the Pirates to a home victory. It took him just over a month to leave the yard since his return on July 18, but he's been especially helpful to fantasy managers by stealing four bases over his last five games.
Aug 19 2017Marte recorded his fourth straight multi-hit game Friday, going 2-for-4 with an RBI triple and two runs scored.He's reached base 10 times in 19 plate appearances over the last four games while raising his batting average from .239 to .262. Marte's slugging percentage (.343) remains nearly 100 points below his career average (.440), but he's scoring plenty of runs and stealing enough bases (10) to offer decent value.
Aug 17 2017Marte went 2-for-5 with his 10th stolen base Wednesday against the Brewers.He's slashing .255/.320/.300 in 121 plate appearances since returning from an 80-game suspension. In 26 games, Marte has stolen eight bases and scored 18 runs. His .304 BABIP in 2017 is well below a .355 career mark, indicating there's a reasonable chance his batting average moves up over the last six weeks. He's still looking for his first homer since April.
Aug 11 2017Marte is out of the lineup Friday against the Blue Jays.The 28-year-old hasn't taken a game off since returning from his suspension back in June, so he'll get a routine day on the bench as Adam Frazier moves into left field. Marte has put together a respectable .248/.313/.331 slash line since rejoining the team, but has struggled against southpaws, batting just .186 against left-handers.
Aug 10 2017Marte went 2-for-5 with a pair of runs scored in Thursday's win over Detroit.He's batted leadoff exclusively since returning from a steroid suspension. Marte's primary production thus far has come in the form of scoring runs: he's totaled 16 runs in 22 games. The outfielder also started in center field for the first time since April on Thursday, with usual starter Andrew McCutchen serving as Pittsburgh's designated hitter.
Aug 3 2017Marte went 3-for-5 with a double and three runs scored during Thursday's win over Cincinnati.Marte is now 17-for-64 (.266 batting average) with five stolen bases and 13 runs through 15 games since returning from his suspension. He only has two extra-base hits during that span, so expecting help in the homer or RBI columns is ill-advised, and especially if Marte continues to lead off. He's definitely capable of posting solid numbers across the other traditional rotisserie categories, though.
Aug 1 2017Marte has six hits, including five extra-base hits, in 20 career at-bats against Tuesday starter Homer Bailey.After batting .323 in the first seven games following an 80-game suspension, Marte has limped to a .143 mark in his last five starts. He also misplayed a late-inning fly ball which led to an opponent victory. Marte has two months remaining to keep 2017 from becoming a total loss. A productive start against a favorable matchup in Bailey on Tuesday could help make amends.
Jul 24 2017Marte went 2-for-5 with an RBI against the Rockies on Sunday.He's batted leadoff and started in each of Pittsburgh's six games since returning from an 80-game suspension. Marte seemingly hasn't missed a beat, hitting .333 in 27 at-bats with three steals and six runs scored. Fellow outfielder Gregory Polanco (hamstring) hit the disabled list Saturday, meaning that Marte will likely see fewer off days for the next couple weeks. He's still looking for his first extra-base hit since coming back, but the speed he offers fantasy owners offsets the lack of power.
Jul 22 2017Marte went 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and four runs scored in Friday's 13-5 win over the Rockies.A hit by pitch and fielder's choice accounted for his extra trips around the bases, as Marte thrived at the top of the suddenly explosive Pirates lineup. The 28-year-old is just 4-for-17 since rejoining the lineup after his PED suspension, but he's scored six runs in four games and his .633 OPS on the year should rise quickly once he's shaken off the rust.
Jul 19 2017Marte went 1-for-3 with a walk in his first game back from suspension Tuesday.He showed off his athleticism in the first inning, tracking down a Ryan Braun pop fly. Marte later stung a line-drive single to center and fitted seamlessly into the lineup. His speed could help fantasy owners, as he swiped a career-high 47 bags in 2016.
Jul 18 2017Marte (suspension) was reinstated from the restricted list Tuesday in advance of the Pirates' game with the Brewers. He'll bat leadoff and play left field.As anticipated, Marte will hop back into the fray to provide a jolt to the fourth-place ball club. The belief is that he'll maintain an everyday role in left field moving forward, although the Pirates do have plenty of flexibility with the situation given that Adam Frazier, John Jaso and Jose Osuna all can play there as well. Prior to the suspension, Marte batted .241 with two home runs and two stolen bases in 13 games played, but the .304 batting average and four stolen bases he compiled while rehabbing with Triple-A Indianapolis suggest that he's getting back into the swing of things. No corresponding move has been announced yet.
Jul 17 2017Marte (suspension) will return to the starting lineup Tuesday against Milwaukee, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The outfielder will serve the final game of his 80-game suspension Monday. Marte's expected to immediately take over as the team's everyday left fielder, though the Bucs won't force things with Adam Frazier, John Jaso and Jose Osuna all available to play left field. General Manager Neal Huntington refused to reveal where Marte might bat in the order, but first, second or fifth appear most likely. The 28-year-old seems ready to go, hitting .304 with a homer and four stolen bases during his 12-game Triple-A stint.
Jul 6 2017Marte went 2-for-4 with an opposite-field, three-run homer and a stolen base for Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday.The outfielder, who served as a DH, is eligible to return to the Bucs on July 18 after he completes an 80-game suspension for steroid usage. He hit .311/.362/.456 with nine homers and 47 stolen bases last year and could help fantasy owners in the second half of 2017.
Jul 4 2017Marte will make his next rehab appearance with Triple-A Indianapolis, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte is ramping up his activity again as he approaches the end of his 80-game suspension, and after two games with High-A Bradenton to kick off his rehab assignment, he'll move up a couple rungs on the minor-league latter. Since Marte isn't dealing with any sort of injury and is more or less knocking off the rust after a long layoff, fantasy owners patiently awaiting his return shouldn't get too caught up in how he performs in the minors prior to his activation. Marte will be ticketed for an everyday role in left field upon rejoining the Pirates on July 18, which will likely result in Adam Frazier returning to his super-utility role.
Jul 1 2017Marte (suspension) is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment with High-A Bradenton on Sunday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte is eligible to return from his suspension July 18, so he'll spend the next few weeks tuning up in the minors. His return should provide a big boost for the Pirates and fantasy owners alike, as the 28-year-old -- who is coming off his first All-Star selection -- will be playing with a chip on his shoulder.
Jun 1 2017Marte (suspension), who continues to work out at Pirate City, will be eligible to return from an 80-game suspension in mid-July, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.He's completed just over half of his suspension. "We get daily reports," manager Clint Hurdle said. "I speak with him personally, so I don't listen to the reports as much. He's showing up well. He's pouring into the drill work and the game work. He's following the directives from the training staff. He seems to be making some progress." The outfielder will likely face some backlash for his actions, but he'll also be playing with a chip on his shoulder. Marte is a name to remember, given his multi-tool skill-set.
Apr 18 2017Marte was suspended 80 games after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, Jared Diamond the Wall Street Journal reports.Marte's suspension is effective immediately and will have him out for the next 80 games. With Marte out for an extended period of time, the Pirates may move Andrew McCutchen over to his old spot in center field, while adding Adam Frazier or Josh Bell to their outfield. However, the possibility exists that Marte's suspension could accelerate Austin Meadows' arrival to the big leagues.
Apr 15 2017Marte went 2-for-4 with his second stolen base and homer of the season Saturday.He's had a difficult time adjusting to center field in the early going, but he's batting .289 with a .784 OPS. Marte went deep only four times in his first 216 plate appearances in 2016, so there's room for power improvement. He continues to hit at or near the top of the lineup, leading off twice while batting second nine times.
Apr 9 2017Marte finished 4-for-5 with a home run, two RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Braves.Marte put on an excellent performance, aside from a couple of baserunning gaffs, and earned his team a win with a walkoff two-run home run to center in the bottom of the 10th inning. After hitting .111 through nine at-bats to start the season, Marte feasted over the weekend against Atlanta, going 7-for-14 with a home run, four RBI and four runs scored.
Apr 7 2017Marte went 2-for-4 and drove in two runs Friday against the Braves.He batted leadoff for the first time in 2017, reaching base three times on two singles and a hit batsman. Marte has yet to attempt a stolen base, but it doesn't appear he's been bothered by a sore ankle which nagged him during spring training.
Mar 24 2017Marte need an occasional day off early in 2017 as part of his continued recovery from an ankle sprain, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. "We're still assessing that," head athletic trainer Todd Tomczyk said.He initially injured his ankle March 8 while sliding into second base. "I don't think it's going to be an issue," Marte said. "Yeah, it is a little bit sore here and there. I do believe that I'm going to be able to play throughout the season, especially with the therapy I'm going through." Marte returned from the World Baseball Classic and promptly hit an opposite-field grand slam Thursday. One would think that the Pirates wouldn't be playing him in meaningless exhibition games if the injury was severe.
Mar 21 2017Marte said his ankle injury is better and he "could play nine innings now" if needed, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The Pirates will continue to be careful with him for the remainder of spring, but this is encouraging news, as it doesn't appear the ankle injury will affect Marte's readiness to begin the season. The 28-year-old stole a career-high 47 bases in 2016 and is set to takeover center field for the first time next season.
Mar 19 2017The Pirates will be careful with Marte (ankle) after the center fielder injured himself during the World Baseball Classic, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. "It's going to be something that takes time," GM Neal Huntington said. "We've been in contact with the medical staff out there about his ankle. They've done a great job of giving him rest when he needs rest. We've appreciated how Tony (Pena, DR manager) and their medical staff handled it."Marte stole a career high 47 bases in 2016 and his game is all about speed. The timing of his injury is also unfortunate because the team has reshuffled its entire starting outfield and the trio hasn't worked much as a unit because of WBC participation. At least Marte hasn't missed any spring action due to the back injury that forced him to sit out almost all of last September.
Mar 15 2017Marte (ankle) is expected to return to the Dominican Republic lineup for Thursday's game, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte missed two games in pool play after tweaking his ankle in an exhibition game prior to the tournament. The left fielder shined in the one game he did play, however - going 3-for-4 with two runs in a win over the United States. Team Dominican will be happy to have him back after a week of rest.
Mar 11 2017Marte (ankle) is back in the lineup for the Dominican Republic Saturday, Jon Morosi of MLB.com reports.Marte sat out of Thursday's game after tweaking his ankle, but the injury proved to be nothing overly serious, as the 28-year-old is set to take the field against the United States in a battle of heavyweights. Barring any setbacks, he should be starting in center field for Team Dominican Republic for the rest of the WBC.
Mar 10 2017Marte said his right ankle is swollen, but he wants to return to World Baseball Classic action Saturday, Jorge L. Ortiz of USA TODAY reports.Marte sat out Thursday's contest but should ease worried potential fantasy owners by suiting up against the United States, which has blockbuster potential for showcasing fantasy studs. Assuming he resumes WBC duties without delay or physical limitations, the 28-year-old should earn second-round consideration in mixed leagues.
Mar 9 2017Marte is not in the lineup for the Dominican Republic on Thursday after tweaking his ankle in Wednesday's exhibition matchup, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.It's unclear how the injury was sustained or how severe it is, but it certainly is not what the Pirates wanted to hear as their stud center fielder headed off to play in the World Baseball Classic. Further information about the ailment should become known relatively soon, but in the meantime, Gregory Polanco will patrol center field for the Dominican Republic.
Feb 21 2017Marte is set to play in the World Baseball Classic for the Dominican Republic, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The 28-year-old is set to leave spring training on March 5 to join the Dominican Republic, beginning team workouts shortly after. It's likely we will see Marte in center field playing alongside Pirates teammate Gregory Polanco, giving us a preview of what we will see in Pittsburgh all year. He is coming off his first All-Star selection in 2016, and will look to put together another impressive year as he shifts to center field while Andrew McCutchen moves to a corner.
Feb 5 2017Marte will play center field for the Pirates next season, MLB Dominicana reports.It's no surprise that Marte is moving to center, as he's a far better defender than Andrew McCutchen is at this point in his career. McCutchen was worth a lowly -28 defensive runs saved for the Pirates in 2016, while Marte was worth 17. Marte's speed will likely translate well to center field, as the speedy 28-year-old stole 47 bases in just 129 games in 2016.
Jan 30 2017Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Marte (back) has proceeded on schedule with his regular offseason training regimen, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte was limited to three plate appearances in Pittsburgh's final 27 games of 2016. The outfielder, who set a career high with 47 stolen bases, could move from left field to center in 2017, depending upon how the team handles current center fielder Andrew McCutchen.
Oct 2 2016Pirates GM Neal Huntington remained cryptic as to why Marte (back) was placed on the 15-day DL Sunday. "A paperwork move," Huntington told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "He's missed a large majority of (September), unlike some of the other guys like (Francisco) Cervelli, who are banged up. We felt it was useful for a variety of reasons to note that he went on the DL."The move could be construed as unusual, considering the team reportedly had little to gain, financially or otherwise. There's some thought that management is disappointed with Marte's inability to stay on the field -- he started only one game after Sept. 5. For his part, Marte sounded frustrated with his finish. "I'm not happy about that because my back (hurt), and I only played one game, then my back felt bad again," Marte said. "That happens. I was still working on my back. I was working to get back into the lineup, but it still hurt." Despite missing 33 games, the outfielder set a number of career highs, including stolen bases (47) and OPS (.818).
Oct 2 2016Marte (back) was placed on the 15-day DL on Saturday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.The Pirates had already shut down Marte for the season and didn't promote another player to the active roster, so it's not clear why the team proceeded with the transaction. In any event, it's just a final reminder that Marte's season is over.
Sep 29 2016Marte (back) has been ruled out for the Cardinals series this weekend, which has effectively ended his season, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte has started just one game since Sep. 5, as he has dealt with back spams. He returned in a pinch-hitting role Sep. 27, but has been ultimately been ruled out for the season. The Pirates are likely exercising caution with their veteran outfielder in order to avoid him unnecessarily worsening the injury, as they have no playoff aspirations.
Sep 29 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Thursday.He appeared as a pinch hitter Tuesday but had no game action Wednesday. Pittsburgh doesn't seem to be in a rush to play one of their franchise names now that they're eliminated from postseason eligibility. Sean Rodriguez will man left field and hit fifth.
Sep 28 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Wednesday.Marte made a pinch hit appearance Tuesday, but he'll remain out of the lineup Wednesday. He is dealing with back tightness that has limited him to just three at-bats in the last 22 games. Matt Joyce will get the start in left field and hit cleanup Wednesday.
Sep 28 2016Marte (back) says he's dealing less with spasms and more tightness. "Random movements can cause sort of a tightness. It's something we are trying to figure out," Marte told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "It just kind of comes and goes. The majority of times it is tightness but there are some moments where it becomes painful."The outfielder is unsure whether the injury might linger. "At this moment I cannot say when I think things will get better," Marte said. "I think, so far, things are moving quickly and I am feeling much better." Marte has played more than 135 games just once since becoming a regular in 2013.
Sep 28 2016Marte returned to the field in Tuesday's game against the Cubs for the first time in nearly a week, grounding out as a pinch-hitter in the fifth inning.Aside from a plate appearance last Wednesday and another before exiting early the next night, Marte has been sidelined by lower back tightness since Sept. 6. Marte said the tightness in his back "comes and goes" and occasionally veers into pain, but he hopes to be able to play a full game Wednesday, if his body allows it.
Sep 27 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Cubs.It remains to be seen if we'll see Marte back for the Pirates this season. Gregory Polanco will return to the lineup Tuesday and man left field while Matt Joyce starts in right field.
Sep 26 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup Monday against the Cubs.Marte seemed to be back in action last Thursday, but he'll now sit out of his fourth straight game after re-aggrevating his back injury. Adam Frazier will assume duties in left field to replace the All-Star.
Sep 25 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Sunday's matchup against Washington.Marte has yet to return to the lineup after aggravating his back injury Thursday. With Marte recovering, Sean Rodriguez will make a rare appearance in left field and hit fifth against A.J. Cole and the Nationals.
Sep 24 2016Marte (back) is out of the lineup Saturday against the Nationals, MLB.com's Adam Berry reports.After aggravating his back injury in Thursday's game, it's no surprise that Marte has not yet returned to action. With the Pirates out of playoff contention, they could very well opt to hold Marte out over the final nine days of the season. Matt Joyce will start in left field and hit seventh Saturday.
Sep 23 2016Marte (back) is out of the lineup Friday against the Nationals, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.Marte felt well enough to start Thursday's contest, but he was forced to leave early after his back flared up again. The All-Star's back apparently still isn't back to 100 percent, which will keep him on the shelf a little longer. Gregory Polanco will slide over to left field to fill his spot while Josh Bell takes over in right field.
Sep 22 2016Marte (back) is starting in left field and hitting leadoff Thursday against the Brewers.For the first time since Sept. 5, Marte is starting in the Pittsburgh outfield. He made a brief appearance during Wednesday's game as a pinch-hitter, but struck out in said at-bat.
Sep 22 2016Marte is now slated to bat second Thursday against the Brewers.He was originally listed as the leadoff hitter but the Pirates shuffled things around after Jordy Mercer (forearm) was scratched from the lineup. Marte will be making his first start in more than two weeks, having missed most of September with a back injury.
Sep 22 2016Marte left Thursday's game after apparently aggravating his recent lower back injury.Marte singled sharply in his first at-bat but then grimaced on back-to-back swings during his second plate appearance and was lifted in the middle of the at-bat. Manager Clint Hurdle will likely have more information regarding his outfielder following the game.
Sep 22 2016Marte was removed from Thursday's game against the Brewers due to back tightness.Marte was making his first start since Sept 6., but he was unable to make it through the entire game. More details regarding his status moving forward should be released soon.
Sep 21 2016Marte (back) struck out in a pinch-hitting role Wednesday, appearing for the first time since Sept. 5. "We are headed in the right direction, a better direction," manager Clint Hurdle told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "Hopefully, he will start sometime soon."He whiffed on three pitches, watching two called strikes with a swing-and-miss sandwiched in between. Trainer Todd Tomczyk said that Marte was evaluated to make sure the outfielder's back was safe from structural harm.
Sep 21 2016Marte (back) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Brewers, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.This marks the 16th game in a row that Marte will miss with the back injury, and it seems increasingly possible that the Pirates may elect to just shut him down, as they are out of contention for a playoff spot. Adam Frazier will once again get the start in left field and hit leadoff Wednesday.
Sep 20 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Brewers.Despite there being speculation that he could return over the weekend, Marte continues to be sidelined with a back injury. The Pirates are still weighing the options of having him come back and play or just shutting him down, but for the time being, consider the all-star day-to-day. Adam Frazier will take over in left field for him Tuesday.
Sep 19 2016The Pirates are unsure whether Marte (back) will return before the end of the season. "We're still working through the evaluation process and identifying where is the best path with him," GM Neal Huntington told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "We felt like we were getting really close to getting him able to go compete again, and then (he had) another tough day. Now we need to take a deep breath and re-evaluate."Marte was close to returning over the weekend before suffering a setback. He hasn't played since Sept. 5. Huntington added that the outfielder will return only if it's in his best long term interest.
Sep 18 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Sunday against the Reds.While the Pirates hoped Marte would be able to return to action at some point over the weekend, it doesn't look as though that will be the case. Marte has not played in nearly two weeks, having made his last appearance back on September 5. The infielder should continue to be considered day-to-day, however, until the Pirates say otherwise.
Sep 17 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Reds, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Manager Clint Hurdle intimated Friday that Marte would likely play in one of Saturday's games, but it looks as though that will not be the case, as Marte continues to deal with a nagging back issue. The Pirates are handling Marte on a game-to-game basis, and that will likely continue to be the case over the next handful of days.
Sep 17 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Reds.Marte hasn't played in nearly two weeks due to a nagging back injury, but manager Clint Hurdle did say Friday that he believes Marte will be able to play in one half of Saturday's doubleheader. It apparently will not be Game 1, so look for Marte to potentially make his return in the nightcap.
Sep 17 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Reds.Marte hasn't played in nearly two weeks due to a nagging back injury, but manager Clint Hurdle did say Friday that he believes Marte will be able to play in one half of Saturday's doubleheader. It apparently will not be Game 1, so look for Marte to potentially make his return in the nightcap.
Sep 16 2016Marte remains out with back spasms Friday, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette reports.Marte has not played since September 5 with the back injury. The Pirates have a doubleheader coming up Saturday, and manager Clint Hurdle believes Marte will be available for one of those games, but we'll have to wait and see considering how long this seemingly innocuous injury has lingered.
Sep 15 2016Marte (back) will miss his 10th game in a row Thursday.Marte will remain sidelined another day, but he was expected to work out prior to Thursday's game, and will have a chance to return to action Friday for the beginning of the Pirates' next series against the Reds.
Sep 15 2016Marte (back) is expected to go through a full workout Thursday, including outdoor batting practice and full-speed running, in preparation for a potential Friday return, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Manager Clint Hurdle believes Marte could return as soon as Friday in Cincinnati. "My guesstimate (is) maybe Friday," Hurdle said. "He's getting really itchy to get back out there." Marte's back spasms came at an inopportune time, considering the outfielder was hitting .412 (14-for-34) in his last eight games.
Sep 14 2016Marte (back spasms) could return Friday in Cincinnati, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.It sounds like Marte will miss at least 10 games due to the back spasms, with Friday being the soonest day he could return. In the meantime, Adam Frazier will start in left field Wednesday while leading off.
Sep 14 2016Marte (back) remains sidelined Wednesday against the Phillies.This is the ninth straight game Marte will miss with the back injury. Adam Frazier will take his place in left field and hit leadoff Wednesday. It's unclear when Marte will be able to return to the lineup, but with the Pirates six games back of the Wild Card, they are certainly not going to force the issue.
Sep 13 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the Phillies, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.This marks the ninth game in a row that Marte will miss due to his back ailment. The issue seems to be restricting the 27-year-old from doing most baseball activities, making it tough for a timetable to come forth at this time. Matt Joyce will take over in the outfield in his stead Tuesday.
Sep 12 2016As expected, Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies.It was reported Sunday that Marte would likely be held out Monday, and that indeed will be the case. He should have a chance to return Tuesday, but the Pirates have not provided a target date to get him back on the field. Gregory Polanco will again cover right field Monday in Marte's place, and Adam Frazier will take Polanco's spot in left field.
Sep 11 2016Marte (back) missed Sunday's game and is unlikely to play Monday in Philadelphia, DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.Marte has been unable to even swing the bat at half speed since injuring his back Monday. "It's still cranky and not allowing him to take the next steps," Pirates GM Neal Huntington said of Marte's back. "Body's just not cooperating with him."
Sep 11 2016Marte (back) will sit out Sunday for the sixth straight day, according to MLB.com's Adam Berry.Marte remains sidelined with the back issues that have plagued him since early last week, and it's not clear when he will be able to return. Gregory Polanco will continue manning left field in Marte's place.
Sep 10 2016Marte (back) is not in Saturday's starting lineup against the Reds.He'll miss his fifth straight start due to back spasms. Gregory Polanco will once again shift over from right field to left and Josh Bell will take Polanco's spot in right. Marte has already set a career high in stolen bases (47) but is still looking for his 10th home run.
Sep 10 2016Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Saturday.Marte is still not ready to return from the back injury that has sidelined him of late. Josh Bell will make another start in right field in Marte's place.
Sep 9 2016Marte (back) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Reds, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.This will be the fourth straight game Marte will miss due to back spasms. It's unclear how close the 27-year-old is to returning to action, but for the time being, Gregory Polanco will slide over to left field while Josh Bell rounds out the outfield. Consider Marte day-to-day at this point.
Sep 8 2016Marte (back) is out of the lineup Thursday against the Reds.Thursday marks the third straight day that Marte is sitting out with back spasms. Josh Bell will head to right field and hit second in his absence. The Pirates haven't indicated that Marte will need to spend time on the DL, so consider him day-to-day heading into Friday's matchup against Cincinnati.
Sep 7 2016Marte (back spasms) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Cardinals.It was revealed earlier Wednesday that he missed Tuesday's game due to back spasms, and the ailment will force him to miss a second game in a row. Matt Joyce will get the start in right field with Gregory Polanco sliding over to left Wednesday.
Sep 7 2016Marte was unavailable Tuesday due to back spasms, Travis Sawchik of Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The injury would explain both why Marte did not start Tuesday's game, and why he was not used as a pinch-hitter in what was a tight contest. Manager Clint Hurdle is not sure if Marte will be able to return to action Wednesday, but that will be known when the Pirates release their starting lineup prior to the contest.
Sep 6 2016Marte isnot in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.Marte has been hot of late, tallying multiple hits in six of his last eight games, but manager wanted to get Matt Joyce a start Tuesday, and decided Marte would be the outfielder to sit out to accommodate.
Aug 28 2016Marte's homer Sunday marked just his second long ball in the last 241 plate appearances.He's already belted a career-high 32 doubles, but if the outfielder finds his power stroke -- he's hit only eight home runs after going deep 19 times in 2015 -- then fantasy owners could be in for a ride. Marte might have to wait until after Monday, however. Pittsburgh faces Jake Arrieta at Wrigley Field. Marte has five singles in 23 career at-bats versus the righty, though he's swiped five bags.
Aug 28 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with a solo homer and a steal Sunday against the Brewers.Marte has stolen eight bases this month to give him 44 on the season. He also has eight bombs on the year, so he could easily hit double digits in homers with at least 30 steals for the fourth straight season.
Aug 25 2016Marte returned to the lineup Wednesday and went 1-for-5 with an RBI single.The one-day rest didn't seem to re-ignite his strong season. Marte has five hits and 10 strikeouts in his last 31 at-bats. Seventy one of the last 98 pitches he's seen have gone for strikes -- and that includes an intentional walk. The outfielder has two career hits in 11 at-bats with a walk against Thursday starter Wily Peralta.
Aug 23 2016Marte is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against Houston.Marte will get to take a bit of a mental breather Tuesday after having gone 0-for-4 in each of his last three games. Manager Clint Hurdle will slide Gregory Polanco over to left field and give Matt Joyce a start in right with the Pirates welcoming young right-hander Joe Musgrove to PNC Park. Look for Marte to draw back into the lineup for Wednesday's contest.
Aug 23 2016Marte has already tied his career high in stolen bases (41) through 114 games, though he's hit only seven homers in 473 plate appearances.The outfielder's slugging percentage (.448) has remained within career norms, thanks to a career-high 30 doubles, but fantasy owners are likely looking for additional home runs. Marte has gone deep one time in his last 218 plate appearances -- the worst stretch of his career. His average fly ball distance has also declined from 300 feet and 306 feet in 2014 and 2015, respectively, to 270 feet, according to Baseball Heat Maps. Marte remains a top fantasy option in the outfield, but he's used his tools in different ways.
Aug 20 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with a run-scoring double in Friday's 6-5 loss to the MarlinsHe drove in Jody Mercer with a seventh-inning double and posted his fifth multi-hit outing of August overall. Marte is now slashing a stellar .316/.374/.461 on the season with seven homers and 41 RBI.
Aug 16 2016Marte (back) went 2-for-5 with an RBI double Monday in San Francisco.The RBI was just Marte's third in August. He's batting .273/.360/.364 with four stolen bases in 51 plate appearances since July. The outfielder holds a modest four-game hitting streak (7-for-16) but has just one homer in his last 191 plate appearances.
Aug 15 2016Marte (back) will bat fifth and play left field Monday against the Giants.Marte left Saturday's game early with back tightness and was a late scratch from Sunday's contest as well. The Pirates were likely just playing it safe over the weekend, but as they sit 1.5 games out in the Wild Card race, Marte will jump right back into the lineup Monday to face San Francisco's newly acquired lefty Matt Moore.
Aug 14 2016Marte (back) was a late scratch from Sunday's lineup, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte was originally scheduled to bat second in the order and start in left field, but he'll now take a seat to rest an aching back. The Pirates are likely just being overly cautious here, but consider Marte day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener in San Francisco.
Aug 14 2016Marte (back) is in the lineup Sunday against the Dodgers.Fortunately for the Pirates, Marte's back injury doesn't seem to be anything major and he'll return to action Sunday. Marte will be batting second and starting in left field for Pittsburgh's series finale against Brett Anderson and the Dodgers.
Aug 13 2016Marte left Saturday's game in the seventh inning with upper back discomfort, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.There has been nothing yet to suggest Marte is any worse off than day-to-day although his status for the remainder of the road trip is up in the air. Marte took his spot in the outfield prior to the bottom of the seventh inning but left shortly thereafter with a trainer.
Aug 13 2016Marte left Saturday's game against the Dodgers in the seventh inning with an apparent injury, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.It wasn't obvious what was ailing Marte, but he left with a trainer shortly after trotting out to take his position for the bottom of the seventh inning. Sean Rodriguez replaced Marte in center field.
Aug 6 2016Marte went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI and his 39th stolen base Saturday.Marte, who was also thrown out while trying to steal third base, now has 39 RBI and 39 RBI. He continues to run at will and is within two stolen bases of his career high (41) set in 2013. On the flip side, he's hit just one homer in his last 40 games and has only seven home runs after hitting 19 in 2015.
Aug 1 2016Marte extended his batting streak (11-for-25) to seven games, but met with manager Clint Hurdle prior to Sunday to discuss his baserunning blunders, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte was thrown out stealing third and also tagged out between second and third base Saturday, leading to Hurdle's wrath. "It was an unfortunate read (by Marte)," Hurdle said. "He's got to find his way back to second. It's something we talk about in spring training every year." Marte's aggressiveness has helped fantasy owners to the tune of 36 bases, so we hope Pittsburgh doesn't put the brakes on the NL's second-leading base stealer.
Jul 25 2016Marte went 3-for-8 with a double and a stolen base over the weekend since returning from the effects of a migraine headache Friday.Although Marte drove a double to right-center Sunday, he's totaled only seven extra-base hits in his last 118 plate appearances. Fortunately for fantasy owners, the outfielder is running at nearly every opportunity -- he's already swiped 13 bases in July, his highest monthly total ever. Marte ranks second overall with 34 stolen bases.
Jul 22 2016Marte (illness) is back in the lineup for Friday's game against the Phillies.Marte was a late scratch to Thursday's contest against the Brewers, but did come in later in the game as a defensive replacement and went 0-for-1 with a groundout. The outfielder will be in left field and batting cleanup Friday.
Jul 22 2016Marte (illness) served as a defensive replacement and grounded out in the eighth inning of Thursday's win over Milwaukee.The outfielder didn't start Thursday's game due to flu-like symptoms but figures to return Friday. Marte, who hit a huge, 18th-inning homer Sunday, has seen his numbers tail off in July. He's batting just .228/.333/.316 in 66 plate appearances, though he has swiped 12 bags in 13 tries.
Jul 21 2016Marte (illness) has been scratched from the Pirates lineup on Thursday, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reportsIt appears that Marte has been scratched due to having flu-like symptoms. In his absence, Gregory Polanco will be moving to left field while Matt Joyce will take over in right field.
Jul 17 2016Marte supplied all the Pirates' offense Sunday, going 3-for-7 with a walk, a double, a stolen base and two RBI, including a solo home run in the 18th inning of a 2-1 win over the Nationals.It was his first home run since June 14 and first multi-hit game in July, as Marte finally shows signs of shaking out of the slump that had him hitting just .190/.292/.190 in 42 at-bats on the month heading into Sunday. Despite the weak slash line, he's still been active on the basepaths, as the steal was his 11th in July and 32nd on the season.
Jul 7 2016Marte is not in the starting lineup Thursday against the Cardinals, Root Sports Pittsburgh reports.Matt Joyce will start in left field and bat fifth. Marte is batting .207 in 29 at-bats against Adam Wainwright. He also has just four singles in his last 24 at-bats.
Jul 4 2016Marte is 10-for-19 with a pair of doubles against Monday starter Carlos Martinez.The outfielder went hitless in five at-bats Sunday, something that a favorable matchup figures to remedy Monday. Marte is slashing .322/.368/.478 in 310 plate appearances, thanks to a .403 BABIP -- above his career BABIP of .360.
Jun 30 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with a walk, three runs scored and his 21st stolen base of the season during Wednesday's 8-1 win at Seattle.Marte is hitting .331/.372/.493 with six home runs, 30 RBI and 21 steals this season, but he's walking at a three-percent clip, which would be the lowest of his young career. His walk Wednesday was just the ninth free pass he's taken this season.
Jun 25 2016Marte (foot) is in the lineup Saturday against the Dodgers, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Although Marte was able to return to the lineup Friday and collected two hits in the Pirates' win, manager Clint Hurdle expressed some concern that Marte seemed to be favoring the foot as the game wore on. Fortunately, the issue will not force him back to the bench Saturday, but it remains something to keep an eye on in the days ahead.
Jun 25 2016Following Friday's contest, manager Clint Hurdle said Marte (foot) appeared to be favoring his injury as the game progressed.Marte will be reevaluated Saturday. He went 2-for-5 with a double and a fly out to the warning track in his first start since Tuesday.
Jun 24 2016Marte (foot) is back in the lineup Friday agianst the Dodgers, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.A bout of left foot discomfort forced Marte from Tuesday's game and kept him out of the lineup for two games, a week after he was hit in the eye area while diving for a one-hop line drive. Fortunately, Marte was able to pinch hit Wednesday and Thursday and will start Friday against right-hander Nick Tepesch. The power has been a bit disappointing to this point, but Marte remains a top fantasy outfielder given his speed and ability to hit for a high average.
Jun 23 2016Marte (foot) remains out of the lineup Thursday against the Giants, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.He's still dealing with foot discomfort, although he appeared in Wednesday's game as a pinch hitter, so it seems that it's just playing the field that is giving him issues. Sean Rodriguez will man left field and hit seventh in his absence.
Jun 22 2016Marte (foot) grounded out to first base in a pinch-hitting appearance Wednesday.He battled through an eight-pitch at-bat before reliever Cory Gearrin got the best of him. Marte didn't enter the game as a defensive replacement in the bottom half of the inning, bringing into question whether he'll be ready to return for Thursday's matinee.
Jun 22 2016Marte (foot) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Giants.Marte left Tuesday's game with left foot discomfort and will now miss Wednesday's game because of the injury. His status should still be considered day-to-day until more information regarding the severity of the injury is released. Matt Joyce will get the start in his place.
Jun 21 2016Marte left Tuesday's game in the eighth inning with left foot discomfort, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Bill Brink reports.This is an awfully vague injury, and it's worth noting that the Giants were up 15-3 at the time, so it's not clear if he would have remained in if the game was closer. He went 0-for-2 with a walk and a strikeout before exiting. Look for his status to be updated prior to Wednesday's game.
Jun 19 2016Marte (face) is in the starting lineup Sunday against the Cubs.He hasn't started since Wednesday, when he took a bouncing line drive off his face. Marte, who is 1-for-6 against Sunday starter Kyle Hendricks, went through pre-game warmups with the team trainer and was apparently deemed well enough to play against the Cubs. He'll bat cleanup and play in left field.
Jun 18 2016Marte (face) served as a pinch-runner in the eighth inning of Saturday's game against the Cubs.If he was 100 percent healthy then he surely would have pinch-hit, but at least he was able to run the bases. The fact that Marte did play likely rules out the possibility that he's suffering from a concussion. The outfielder hasn't started since getting hurt Wednesday.
Jun 18 2016Marte (face) remains out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs.The star left fielder is set to miss his third consecutive game Saturday as he continues to recover from being struck in the left eye area by a one-hopper Wednesday. There is still no word on when Marte will be given medical clearance, but there was encouraging news Thursday when he told reporters that he was not experiencing any issues with his vision. Still, Matt Joyce will start in left again Saturday and he'll likely continue to do so until Marte is ready to return.
Jun 17 2016Marte (face) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Cubs, according to MLB.com's Adam Berry.Marte needed to be cleared by team doctors to play Friday, so it appears the medical staff believes he should take at least another day off to recover from the eye injury he suffered Wednesday. Matt Joyce will get the start in left field in Marte's place.
Jun 16 2016Marte (face) was unable to start or even serve as a pinch-hitter Thursday against the Mets.The Pirates were stuck with batting Erik Kratz as the tying run in the ninth inning and two out, a sign that Marte was in no way able to even pinch-hit Thursday. Pittsburgh faces the Cubs' Jake Arrieta on Friday. Marte has four singles in 20 career at-bats against the intimidating righty.
Jun 16 2016Marte (face) is not experiencing any issues with his vision, but he will need to be cleared by team doctors in order to play Friday against the Cubs, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte was struck in the left eye area by a one-hopper Wednesday against the Mets and was held out for the Pirates' series finale Thursday. It's an encouraging sign that he's not dealing with any vision issues, but with an early start for Friday's game at Wrigley Field, it's unclear whether he'll be medically cleared before first pitch. Matt Joyce would likely get another start in left Friday is Marte has to sit out another game.
Jun 16 2016Marte (eye) is out of the lineup for Thursday's affair with the Mets, Joshua Needelman of MLB.com reports.Marte left Wednesday's game after being hit in the eye diving for a line drive and is getting at least one day off as a result. The 27-year-old wanted to stay in the game, however, so the injury does not appear to be very serious. He could return to the lineup sometime this weekend.
Jun 16 2016Marte is out of the lineup for Thursday's affair with the Mets, Joshua Needelman of MLB.com reports.Marte left Wednesday's game after being hit in the eye diving for a line drive and is seeing some time off as a result. The 27-year-old wanted to stay in the game, however, so the injury does not appear to be very serious. It's probable the 27-year-old will return to the Pirates' lineup by this weekend.
Jun 15 2016The Pirates removed Starling Marte from Wednesday's game after the outfielder was hit in the left eye area while diving for a one-hop line drive in left field.He wanted to stay in the game but the left side of his face was already starting to swell. Marte has arguably been one of the most productive fantasy weapons in 2016 and his loss would be devastating to both the Pirates and fantasy owners.
Jun 14 2016Marte went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer Tuesday against the Mets.The multi-hit effort was his fourth in a row and raised his batting average to .335. A 7:55 BB:K hasn't slowed down the outfielder's bid for a career season. The homer was Marte's first in 10 games, giving him six in 2016. He's already swiped 19 bases, second-most in the NL.
Jun 11 2016Marte went 2-for-5 with a triple, two runs scored and his 19th stolen base of the season in Friday's 9-3 extra-inning loss to the Cardinals.The 27-year-old just keeps rolling along, now having tallied multi-hit outings in three of his last seven games. Marte also legged out his second triple of both June and the season, and is now slashing .303/.361/.576 over his first 33 at-bats of the month. His ability to contribute across every category of the box score makes him one of the most well-rounded fantasy commodities in any format.
Jun 9 2016Marte is back in the lineup, playing left field and batting fourth, Thursday against Colorado.Marte did not start the last two games due to ankle discomfort, but he was able to pinch hit Wednesday, and is now back in the lineup a day later. Marte was on a roll before the ankle issue, collecting seven hits in 15 at bats, and he will look to pick up where he left off when he faces the Rockies' Chad Bettis on Thursday.
Jun 8 2016Marte (ankle) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte will sit out for the second day in a row as he tries to get back to full strength. It doesn't appear Marte will miss extended time, but his situation is worth monitoring since he is hitting .321 with five home runs, 21 RBI, 30 runs, and 18 stolen bases, making him a top fantasy outfielder.
Jun 7 2016Marte (ankle) is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets.He left the matinee with what was labeled left ankle discomfort, but we're still awaiting word as to the full extent of the injury. Gregory Polanco will man left field in the nightcap with Matt Joyce in right.
Jun 7 2016Marte exited Tuesday's game against the Mets due to left ankle discomfort, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsbugh Post-Gazette reports.Marte's injury Tuesday will likely keep him out of the lineup for the second game of the Pirates' doubleheader against the Mets. The extent of Marte's injury has not been announced, but a further update figures to be made available between games Tuesday. If Marte is unable to play in the second game of the Pirates' doubleheader, Matt Joyce would be the likely candidate to take over in left.
Jun 5 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with a double, triple, walk and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-7 victory over the Angels.The 27-year-old managed his second straight three-hit effort, and legged out his first triple of the season in the process. After a stellar May in which he slashed .326/.360/.421, Marte uncharacteristically started off 0-for-9 in June. However, he's put that brief slump firmly in the rearview mirror with his production over the last two games, and is now slashing .327/.369/.493 for the season.
Jun 4 2016Marte was 3-for-4 with a solo home run in a losing effort against the Angels on Friday night.The home run was far too little and far too late, but the Pirates can hope it is shades of things to come with regard to Marte's power stroke. He now has five homers and 20 RBI to go with a solid .319 average on the year.
Jun 4 2016Marte was 3-for-4 with a solo home run in a losing effort against the Angels on Friday night.The home run was far too little, abd far too late, but the Pirates can hope its shades of things to come with regard to Marte's power stroke. He now has five homers and a modest 20 RBI to go with a solid .319 average on the year.
May 29 2016Marte went 2-for-4 with a stolen base against Texas on Sunday.Marte remains an absolute threat on the basepaths with his 17th stolen base - a number that ranks second in the NL - but he's also produced at the plate of late with hits in nine of his last 11 games. The speedy outfielder has gone .282 over that span.
May 27 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with his fourth homer and 15th stolen base Friday.The home run was Marte's first in over a month -- he hit his last homer May 26. The outfielder was also hit by his NL-leading eighth pitch. The ball hit off the top of his left foot, leading Marte to look for assistance from the team trainer. He then collided with shortstop Jordy Mercer on a fly ball in the seventh, but again avoided injury.
May 25 2016Marte recorded two hits in five at-bats and collected a run and stolen base in Tuesday's 12-1 win over the Diamondbacks.Marte's sitting on only three homers and 16 RBI on the season despite primarily serving as the Pirates' cleanup hitter, but beyond that, he's trending toward career-best production in just about every other category. The two-hit night boosted his average to .325 and his 14 stolen bases nearly put him half way to last season's total of 30.
May 25 2016Marte's two hits Tuesday lifted his season's BABIP to .405, well ahead of his career BABIP of .357.His career number is pretty remarkable, too, and helps to support a lifetime .287 batting average. Marte is slashing .325/.367/.464 but will never become a master of plate discipline -- he currently holds a 4:37 BB:K. The outfielder is hitless in six at-bats against Wednesday starter Rubby De La Rosa, including three strikeouts.
May 19 2016Marte went 1-for-4 with two RBI against Atlanta on Thursday.His opposite-field bloop single plated a pair of first-inning runs. Marte had driven in only two runs in his previous 15 games, but entered the game with a slash line of .326/.374/.479 in 144 at-bats. He didn't appear to miss a beat following a three-game, paternity-leave absence.
May 19 2016Marte (personal) was activated from the paternity list and is in the starting lineup Thursday against the Braves, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte was on the paternity list since Monday to attend to the birth of his daughter, but he's ready for action after missing the minimum three days. He'll slot back into the lineup in his usual spot in left field, batting fifth.
May 16 2016Marte was placed on the paternity list Monday, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.As expected, Marte will be absent from the team to attend to the birth of his daughter and will miss between three and seven days. To fill his spot on the roster, second baseman Alen Hanson was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis.
May 15 2016Marte is expected to go on paternity leave as soon as Monday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The outfielder is in the lineup Sunday afternoon against the Cubs. Pittsburgh hasn't announced a timeline for his return, but three or four days seems to be a reasonable estimate. Alen Hanson is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis while Marte is away from the team.
May 13 2016Marte was 2-for-5 with a run scored and two stolen bases in a losing effort against the Cubs on Friday afternoon.Marte continues to hint that a breakout season is in the cards. He's been on fire lately, and has his average up to a sparkling .338 with a still rather disappointing three home runs and 14 RBI. However, not to be denied, when he isn't hitting home runs or driving runs in, he still contributes in the speed category, swiping two more bags in this one, and raising his total to 11 on the season.
May 12 2016Marte was ejected during Wednesday's game after going hitless in two at-bats.He was hit by a pitch in his third plate appearance and then attempted to steal second base. Brandon Phillips applied a tag that Marte felt knocked his hand off the base, but he was called out following a review. It wouldn't be surprising if the outfielder was simply frustrated, considering he's been hit by a league-leading seven pitches.
May 9 2016Marte went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two runs scored in Sunday's win over the Cardinals.It's his third straight multi-hit game and fourth in seven May contests, pushing Marte's slash line on the season to a robust .336/.385/.512. While his plate discipline remains less than ideal, Marte could still be headed for a breakout campaign in his age-27 season.
May 8 2016Marte went 2-for-5 with a double and RBI in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Cardinals.His clutch, two-out ground-rule double to deep left center in the ninth plated David Freese, and tied the game at four. It was the 27-year-old's second straight multi-hit effort, and third in six May games. Marte has essentially done it all for the Pirates this season, providing a full stat line that includes eight stolen bases and that only needs at least one three-bagger to be complete. His propensity for multi-category production renders him a coveted option in both season-long and daily formats.
May 3 2016Marte is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Cubs.Marte continues to hit the ball well in the early portion of the season, as he has a .327/.379/.505 slash line, but he'll be given a day off Tuesday. Gregory Polanco will slide over to left field in his absence, while Matt Joyce is drawing the start in right.
May 2 2016Marte went 2-for-5 with an RBI Sunday, lifting his batting average to .327.The hand injury he suffered Saturday wasn't enough to keep him from the lineup. Marte continues to play with reckless abandon, diving for a sinking liner in left field, only to see the ball skirt under his glove for a late-inning triple. The outfielder has four singles in 16 career at-bats against Monday starter Jason Hammel.
May 1 2016Marte (hand) will start in left field and bat cleanup Sunday against the Reds.Marte took a pitch to the hand in Saturday's game, but convinced the Pirates' trainer to let him remain in the contest. The outfielder actually reached base on two occasions when he was hit by pitches Saturday, but saw his five-game hitting streak come to an end. With no lingering complications to the hand, it looks like Marte is a safe activation heading into the coming week.
May 1 2016Marte was hit by a pitch on his hand Saturday, though he stayed in the contest.He was treated by the team's trainer for several minutes after getting hit. Marte's availability for Sunday is not yet known. He went 0-for-3 Saturday, ending a five-game hitting streak (10-for-24).
Apr 28 2016Marte is not in the lineup Thursday against the Rockies, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte will get a rare day off, as the Pirates go with an outfield of Matt Joyce in left, Andrew McCutchen in center and Gregory Polanco in right. Expect Marte to return to the lineup for Friday's series-opener against the Reds back in Pittsburgh.
Apr 27 2016Marte hit his third homer -- and first since April 12 -- in Tuesday's 9-4 win over Colorado on Tuesday.It wasn't looking good for Marte early on. He struck out in each of his first three at-bats while Andrew McCutchen homered in his first three plate appearances. Marte is feeding off of a .391 BABIP for his .322 batting average, but keep in mind that his career BABIP (.354) is higher than most players.
Apr 26 2016Marte, who stole his NL-leading sixth base Monday, is 4-for-9 with a triple against Tuesday starter Jorge De La Rosa.He went 13-for-20 in Colorado during a four-game series in September and currently has five hits in his last 10 at-bats. Marte will slide back over to left field after starting in center field Monday for the resting Andrew McCutchen.
Apr 24 2016Marte went 4-for-6 with a double, two RBI, two runs scored and a walk in Sunday's win over Arizona.The outfielder recorded his first four-hit game of the season, and he nearly won the game for his team with a 12th inning RBI before Arizona forced another additional frame. Marte is off to an excellent start to the season, as he has a 0.907 OPS and 11 RBI to go along with five steals. He seems to have settled into the cleanup spot in the lineup and could set a new career-high in RBI this season if he continues to hit at this rate.
Apr 19 2016Marte (hand) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Padres, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The 27-year-old lobbied to play Sunday despite some lingering soreness in his right hand, but the Pirates decided to play it safe and hold Marte out of the series finale against Milwaukee. He was hit by a pitch during Saturday's game. With Monday's team off day, Marte has essentially had two days to rest up. Hopefully it will be a non-issue moving forward.
Apr 17 2016Marte (hand) is expected to rejoin the Pirates lineup Tuesday against the Padres, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Pirates GM Neal Huntington said that Marte expressed a desire to play in Sunday's series finale with the Brewers, but the outfielder's sore right hand "just didn't feel right," so the team decided to act cautiously and hold him out. Barring any late-arriving setbacks with the hand, Marte should slot back into his usual cleanup spot Tuesday, making him a safe activation for those in weekly leagues.
Apr 17 2016Marte (hand) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers.Marte was struck on the right hand by a pitch in Saturday's game against the Brewers, and will sit out Sunday as a result. He seemingly had a chance to play given the late release of the Pirates' lineup, and will benefit from a team off day Monday, so he may be able to avoid missing any further action. Gregory Polanco will slide over and cover left field Sunday in Marte's place, and Matt Joyce will take Polanco's regular spot in right field.
Apr 17 2016Marte's status for Sunday's game against the Brewers is uncertain due to a sore right hand, MLB.com's Adam Berry reports.Marte was hit by a pitch on the right hand in Saturday's game, and the Pirates are evaluating him Sunday morning prior to releasing their lineup. Marte's status for Sunday's game will ultimately be revealed when the Pirates post their lineup for the day.
Apr 17 2016Marte (hand) served as a defensive replacement Sunday, playing one inning in left field and one in center field.He didn't bat at all, but the Bucs probably wouldn't have played him if they were afraid of him further damaging his right hand. While there's always the chance of a setback before Tuesday's tilt in San Diego, Marte appears ready to return against the Padres.
Apr 16 2016Marte went 3-for-5 with an RBI double Friday against Milwaukee.He also stole his third base, though he was thrown out attempting to advance on the overthrow. In the field, Marte made a leaping grab at the base of the left-field wall, momentarily keeping the Pirates in a game they'd end up losing 8-4.
Apr 8 2016Marte went 3-for-4 with his first career grand-slam homer in Friday's 6-5 comeback win over Cincinnati.In addition to driving in four runs, Marte swiped his first bag of the year. The outfielder has five hits in his last seven at-bats and has gone 2-for-5 with a double off Saturday starter, Raisel Iglesias.
Apr 6 2016Marte went 2-for-3 with a run scored in Wednesday's win over the Cardinals.He wasn't exactly instrumental in the season-opening three-game sweep of St. Louis -- Marte went 0-for-8 in the first two games -- but after setting a new career mark in homers (19) to go with 30 steals last year, the 27-year-old is in prime position for an even bigger campaign. Ignore the slow start over the first couple games -- as long as he can stay healthy, the stats will accumulate.
Apr 4 2016Marte was hitless in four at-bats and stranded five baserunners in Sunday's season opener.It wasn't a good day for the fantasy star, though the team recognized him with a pre-game ceremony in honor of his first Gold Glove award. He went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts on Opening Day last year and things worked out pretty well for him. In the end, Marte made it through a cold and windy game without reinjuring a quad which bothered him at the end of spring training.
Mar 30 2016Marte (quad) will bat cleanup and play left field Wednesday against Boston, Root Sports Pittsburgh reports.The Pirates gave Marte the last three days off after he injured his quad Saturday. He'll always be somewhat of an injury risk, given his aggressive style of play and propensity of getting hit by pitches. Marte has gotten plunked more times (60) than any other major leaguer since 2013.
Mar 27 2016Marte (quad) is not listed in Sunday's lineup against the Orioles.The Pirates will be extra careful to keep their starting left fielder out of action until he's healthy. Marte played several innings Saturday after hurting himself, an indication that the injury isn't too serious.
Mar 26 2016Marte exited Saturday's Grapefruit League game with a tight right quadriceps, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.The Pirates are treating Marte's injury as day-to-day, and the expectation seems to be that he'll only need a few days to fully recover. The outfielder is on track to open the season as the Pirates' cleanup hitter, a role that could allow him to improve upon the career-best 19 homers and 81 RBI he delivered in 2015.
Mar 22 2016Marte, who is batting .429 in 28 Grapefruit League at-bats, is expected to bat cleanup for the Pirates.He stole a base Monday without even drawing a throw. Coming off his first Gold Glove season in left field, Marte is brimming with confidence. A 27:133 BB:K ratio didn't stop him from slashing .288/.337/.445 in 2015. His speed and quickness helps to compensate for his swing-and-miss tendencies -- he's compiled a career .353 BABIP. Any improvement in his plate discipline could further boost Marte's production, but fantasy owners will do well to take a repeat of last season's numbers, which include 19 homers and 30 stolen bases.
Mar 13 2016Marte went 2-for-3 with a three-run homer Sunday against the Tigers.The dinger was an opposite-field shot, showcasing Marte's power to all fields. The outfielder hit 10 home runs in April and May of last year, but a hand injury sapped him of some power the rest of the way (he finished with 19 HR). Marte's reckless style makes him an injury risk -- he made a futile somersault catching attempt in left field Sunday -- but his potential upside is undeniable.
Mar 8 2016Marte is 4-for-9 with one run, one RBI, and one stolen base through four games this spring.Marte will be the everyday left fielder for the Pirates in 2016 and is coming off the best season of his career in which he hit .287/.337/.444 with 19 home runs, 81 RBI, and 30 stolen bases. The 27-year-old is in his prime and projects to be a top 25 fantasy player in 2016.
Oct 2 2015Marte was 2-for-6 with a two-run home run in the 12th inning to propel the Pirates to a 6-4 win over Cincinnati on Friday night.Marte has really turned it on over the past couple of weeks and now has 19 long ones and 81 RBI to go with an improving .286 average. He had left the game Wednesday after apparently suffering a minor injury while diving for a ball in the outfield, but appears to have avoided anything that will keep him out of the lineup.
Oct 2 2015Marte is in the lineup Friday against the Reds.Marte had been removed during the second game of Wednesday's double header after making an awkward dive for a ball, but it appears as if the injury wasn't too significant considering he's back in the lineup Friday and hitting second in the batting order.
Oct 1 2015Marte left the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader after diving awkwardly for a fly ball down the left field line.The Pirates were losing by more than a touchdown so there's a chance the team simply decided to rest Marte, but it's interesting that Marte was removed right after the play. The outfielder has dealt with an assortment of injuries throughout 2015 and it's possible he aggravated one of them. Friday's starting lineup card will reveal whether Marte is hurt or not.
Sep 25 2015Marte capped off Thursday's series finale against the Rockies with a 4-for-5 performance, during which he recorded a run and an RBI.Marte's performance in the four-game series at Coors Field may have been enough to single-handedly win head-to-head matchups for those who rostered him this week. He finished the trip to Colorado with a 13-for-20 mark at the plate, which included a homer, three doubles, seven RBI, five runs, and two stolen bases. During that span, Marte saw his average climb from .279 all the way to .293, an incredible jump at a point so late in the regular season.
Sep 24 2015Marte went 3-for-6 with two RBI, two runs scored, and his 29th stolen base of the season in Wednesday's 13-7 win over the Rockies.Marte is having a huge series at Coors Field through three games, producing nine hits -- including three doubles and a homers -- to go along with six RBI, four runs, and two steals. Manager Clint Hurdle could opt to give Marte a break for Thursday's afternoon finale, but with the Pirates still aiming to chase down the NL Central crown, expect the Pirates skipper to one or more of his colder hitters instead.
Sep 22 2015Mate went 4-for-5 Monday, crushing his second homer in as many days and narrowly missing another one against the Rockies.Mate, who came up a triple short of a cycle, now has 18 homers. He's got six hits in his last two games but is 1-for-8 against Tuesday starter Chris Rusin.
Sep 20 2015Marte went 2-for-5 with his 17th dinger of the season Sunday.The home run was just his fifth in 83 contests but gives him an outside shot at 20/20. Marte also recorded his league-leading 15th assist in the outfield. Pittsburgh travels to Colorado for a four-game set starting Monday.
Sep 20 2015Marte went 0-for-3 Saturday, giving him four hits in his last 25 at-bats.He's battled a stomach ailment and foot injuries recently and looked outmatched by Clayton Kershaw on Saturday. Marte's hit only four homers since June 10, a span of 82 games.
Sep 15 2015Marte (illness) is back in the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Cubs.As expected, Marte will return to left field and the two-hole in the batting order to face lefty Jon Lester after sitting out Game 1. Marte was slated to return from a shoulder injury Saturday but came down with a stomach bug, which kept him on the bench for the final two games of the weekend series with Milwaukee.
Sep 15 2015Marte (illness) is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Cubs, but he is expected to start Game 2, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte has not started a game since last Thursday due to a sore shoulder and an illness, but he is set to return to the lineup Tuesday night. He will be available off the bench if needed for Tuesday's first game.
Sep 13 2015Marte (stomach flu) is out of the lineup again for Sunday's game against the Brewers.Josh Harrison will again move out to the outfield to cover Marte's absence. Marte will be available off the bench, per Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, so his return to the lineup should come in the next couple of days.
Sep 12 2015Marte was scratched from Saturday's lineup with the stomach flu, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Fortunately, Marte's removal is not related to the shoulder issue that kept him out of Friday's lineup, but he will miss at least one additional start due to the illness and his availability for Sunday's series finale is uncertain. Josh Harrison will fill in for Marte in left field.
Sep 12 2015Marte (shoulder) is in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Brewers.Marte was held out of Friday's lineup with a sore shoulder, but after serving as a defensive replacement Friday night, he will start in left field Saturday as he usually does. He will hit second in the order against Brewers starter Zach Davies.
Sep 12 2015Marte (shoulder) entered Friday's game in the eighth inning as a defensive replacement and appears close to returning to the starting lineup, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.It wouldn't be surprising to see the outfielder in Saturday's starting lineup after X-rays came back negative. "Nothing bad. Nothing broken. Just bruised," Marte said. "I move my shoulder, and it's a good thing. Last night (Thursday), I couldn't do anything. Friday I feel better. I have a deep bruise there." Marte went 2-for-3 with a double against Saturday starter Zach Davies on Sept. 2.
Sep 11 2015Marte (shoulder) is not in the lineup Friday against the Brewers.Marte was forced out of Thursday's contest in the 10th inning after suffering from left shoulder discomfort, and the issue appears to be serious enough to hold him out of Friday's game as well. Josh Harrison will start in left field in his place and bat second.
Sep 10 2015Marte exited Thursday's game in the 10th inning due to left shoulder discomfort, Travis Sawchick of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte's injury likely relates to being hit by a pitch earlier in the game. The severity of the issue remains unclear at this point. Consider him day-to-day for now, but the team should provide an update on his status at some point in the near future.
Sep 9 2015Marte went 3-for-5 with a double against Cincinnati on Tuesday.He has 11 hits in his last 28 at-bats and appears to be past a pair of minor foot injuries. Marte went 1-for-3 with a double and two RBI against Wednesday starter Keyvius Sampson on Aug. 2, a game during which both benches emptied.
Sep 7 2015Marte is not in the lineup Monday against the Reds, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte battled a pair of left foot injuries over the weekend, though he did belt his 16th homer Sunday night. Travis Snider will get a rare outfield start in Marte's absence.
Sep 5 2015Marte went hitless in three at-bats with a pair of strikeouts Saturday.The outfielder was hit by a pitch on his left foot in the second inning and struggled to stay in the game. He then fouled a ball off that same foot in his next at-bat and could barely put weight on it. Check to make sure that he's in the lineup Sunday before deploying him.
Sep 5 2015Marte has two doubles in his last three games after collecting extra-base hits in just two of the prior 13 games.He drove an opposite-field two-run double Friday and saw 20 pitches in five plate appearances. The three RBI night was his first since June 5. It looks like Marte could go on a run as he regains confidence following a bout with a bad wrist.
Sep 4 2015Marte went 3-for-5 with a double and three RBI in Friday's win over the Cardinals.Marte is hitting a modest .233 with one homer over the past 15 games, but the great thing about five-tool players is that they always seem to find a way to contribute. During his minislump, Marte has still managed to score 10 runs and steal four bases. He's had a rough week or two at the dish, but is too valuable to consider benching.
Sep 3 2015Marte will bat third and start in center field Thursday with Andrew McCutchen (knee) out of the lineup.Marte, who collected two hits Wednesday for the first time since Aug. 23, has one hit (a homer) in six career at-bats versus Thursday starter Taylor Jungmann.
Sep 1 2015Marte went hitless in four at-bats Tuesday and is 2-for-29 since Aug. 23.It's possible that the outfielder isn't entirely healthy as he's had issues with his wrist and oblique. The Bucs rested him Saturday and Monday was an off-day but he's not driving the ball -- he has zero extra-base hits during his slump. Marte did steal his 26th base against Milwaukee on Tuesday.
Aug 29 2015Marte is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies.It's a bit odd to not see Marte in there, especially with the Pirates facing a lefty in Chris Rusin, but there's been no word of an injury from the team. Perhaps manager Clint Hurdle just thinks Marte could use a mental break after going 1-for-17 in his last four games, or maybe he simply doesn't want Josh Harrison sitting for a third straight day.
Aug 22 2015Marte mashed a walk-off homer Saturday -- his 15th dinger of the season -- en route to a 2-for-4 performance against the Giants.While the outfielder has stated that his left hand is still not totally healthy, he's collected six extra-base hits (three doubles, one triple, two homers) in his last seven contests. Not surprisingly, he also has hits in seven straight, going 12-for-32.
Aug 20 2015Marte went 2-for-3 with two steals and two runs against the Giants on Thursday.He's been on fire over the last five games, churning out nine hits -- four for extra bases -- and scoring six runs. Then again, Marte's pretty much been hot all year -- he's already sitting on new career highs in homers and RBI, and he's highly likely to surpass his career mark in runs. The steals, surprisingly enough, were his first since Aug. 8 -- he'd gone 10 games without attempting one, thanks no doubt to a hand injury, so this is a good sign that Marte's feeling better.
Aug 19 2015Marte went 2-for-7 with a homer, an RBI and two runs Tuesday against Arizona.Marte's 14th homer broke a 3-3 tie in a game that would eventually go 15 innings. He ended a personal power outage, as it was his first dinger since July 1. He's also having a rough August, as his .714 OPS is his lowest of the season.
Aug 16 2015Marte (hand) went 2-for-5 with a triple and an RBI Sunday against the Mets.Marte and the Pirates play a full seven-game schedule in the coming week, so even if the Bucs give the left fielder -- and his left hand -- a break he should still see plenty of action. He entered Sunday with an OPS better than 100 points higher at home (.833) than on the road (.725).
Aug 16 2015Marte (hand) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Mets, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte was held out of the lineup for a third straight game Saturday due to the injury, but after entering in the top of the sixth to replace Mike Morse as a pinch-runner, Marte ended up logging three at-bats when the contest wasn't completed until the 14th inning. Though he went hitless Saturday, Marte's hand doesn't seem to be bothering him any longer, as he'll be making his first start since last Wednesday. The Pirates will use Marte's return to the lineup to give Andrew McCutchen a rest in center field.
Aug 15 2015Marte (hand) is out of the lineup Saturday, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.He has been out of the lineup for three straight games now, although he did get into each of the last two games as a pinch-runner. Sean Rodriguez will get the start in left field and hit eighth Saturday.
Aug 14 2015Marte (hand) is out of the lineup Friday, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte is dealing with a bruised left hand that began bothering him Wednesday, which forced him into an early exit from the contest. Given that he was able to pinch-run and take the field Thursday, but didn't have a plate-appearance, he may still be experiencing some soreness when taking swings. It's possible that he returns to the lineup at some point this weekend, but Travis Ishikawa will take over in left field for Friday's game.
Aug 14 2015Marte (hand) entered Thursday's game as a pinch-runner and then played left field in the ninth inning.There's a decent chance Marte will return to the lineup Friday, but if he can't then he'll likely come back over the weekend. He didn't come to the plate Thursday against the Cardinals.
Aug 13 2015Marte (hand) is out of the lineup Thursday against the Cardinals.Marte exited Wednesday's game due to left hand discomfort, and will miss the game Thursday as a result. The Pirates will turn to Travis Ishikawa in his place, batting seventh.
Aug 13 2015Manager Clint Hurdle said Marte left Wednesday's game with left hand discomfort. "It happened Tuesday night," Hurdle told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "There was a twinge. It's a weird kind of thing. It doesn't show up all the time. It showed up tonight, repeatedly."It seems as though the injury is more of the nagging variety than one which could cause Marte to miss significant action. The ailment might be one of the reasons why the outfielder has hit just three homers since June 5.
Aug 13 2015Manager Clint Hurdle said Marte left Wedneday's game with left hand discomfort. "It happened Tuesday night," Hurdle told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "There was a twinge. It's a weird kind of thing. It doesn't show up all the time. It showed up tonight, repeatedly."It seems as though the injury is more of the nagging variety than one which could cause Marte to miss significant action. The ailment could be one of the reasons why the outfielder has hit just three homers since June 5.
Aug 12 2015Marte has exited Wednesday's game in the third inning with an apparent hand injury, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Team trainers came out to look at Marte's hand during his first at-bat of the night, but he was able to remain in the game initially. After popping up in his second at-bat, Marte grabbed his hand and had to exit the game. Sean Rodriguez will replace Marte in left field and the Pirates should provide more information on the injury later Wednesday.
Aug 12 2015Marte exited Wednesday's game with left hand discomfort, the Pirates have announced.There is no word yet on how long Marte will be sidelined with hand discomfort, but the ailment does leave his status for Thursday's game in question. Sean Rodriguez, who replaced him in left field Wednesday, Mike Morse, and Travis Ishikawa are all candidates to take over Marte's spot should Marte miss some time.
Aug 5 2015Marte went 2-for-4 with a double Tuesday, recording half of Pittsburgh's hits against Jake Arrieta and the Cubs on Tuesday.The outfielder has already matched his home run and RBI totals from a year ago -- 13 homers and 56 RBI, respectively -- in 119 fewer at-bats. Marte's 18:92 BB:K ratio is the worst of his four-year career. but fantasy owners have learned to look past those numbers. It is concerning that he's hit just three homers in the last two months, however.
Aug 1 2015Marte extended his hitting streak to 10 games Friday, going 1-for-4 against the Reds.He's hitting .429 during his recent surge but with only two extra-base hits. Marte does have three steals on four tries, however, in those last 10 contests. On Friday, Marte's glove saved the Bucs. The left fielder threw out Brandon Phillips at home and made a diving catch on consecutive plays to close out a 5-4 win. He tumbled over his left wrist on his snag and was hit by a first-inning pitch on his left hand, so fantasy owners will want to make sure he's in Saturday's starting lineup before activating him.
Jul 29 2015Marte (illness) is back in Pittsburgh's lineup for Wednesday afternoon, batting second while playing left field.He missed Tuesday due to a bout with gastritis. Marte was unable to even pinch-hit during a crucial eighth-inning situation with two runners on base. Fortunately, his absence wasn't related to the oblique injury which forced him out earlier in July.
Jul 28 2015The Pirates have scratched Marte from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Twins, according to ROOT Sports in Pittsburgh.The team gave no reason for Marte's absence, though the outfielder recently missed time with an oblique injury. Jaff Decker will replace him in left field.
Jul 28 2015Marte was scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup due to illness, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Jaff Decker is now set to man left field in the opener against Minnesota, with Marte said to be dealing with some stomach discomfort. Marte has hit safely in seven straight games, but he's gone 16 games without a homer, with just four extra-base hits (three doubles) over that span.
Jul 21 2015Marte went 3-for-5 with three singles Monday against the Royals.The outfielder said that his oblique still isn't 100 percent but that he can play through the pain. In his last 29 games, Marte has reverted to an earlier version of himself, when he utilized more speed than power. Since June 10, he's hit .333 in 117 at-bats with eight stolen bases in 12 attempts. Conversely, he's hit just one home run. For the season, Marte holds a .781 OPS, in line with his career mark of .786.
Jul 19 2015Marte will start in center field and bat third in the order in place of Andrew McCutchen on Sunday.Marte will occupy the three-spot for the first time this season, as McCutchen will receive a rare maintenance day. The 26-year-old outfielder is 2-for-7 since the break, and is having one of his better months of the season, slashing .303/.361/.485 over 33 at-bats in July.
Jul 18 2015Marte went 2-for-4 with an RBI double Saturday in Milwaukee.Since returning from an oblique injury July 11, Marte is batting .250 in 16 at-bats with two doubles and a stolen base. He hasn't lost his ultra aggressiveness either, as evidenced by an ill-advised attempt to tag up from third base on a shallow pop-up to right field Saturday (he was out).
Jul 11 2015Marte (oblique) is back in the lineup Saturday against the Cardinals.After Friday's reports of a possible stint on the DL for Marte, he'll be back in left field Saturday and bat cleanup. His oblique issue held him out for five games, but the issue appears to have subsided enough for him to give it a go before the All-Star break.
Jul 10 2015Marte (oblique) is out of the lineup Friday against the Cardinals, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.It's not a big surprise that Marte's out of Friday's lineup considering an earlier report indicated thee Pirates are contemplating placing him on the disabled list. If he winds up needing to sit through the weekend, it wouldn't be a surprise if that is the ultimate outcome, but that's not the case at this point.
Jul 10 2015Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Marte (oblique) could be placed on the disabled list soon, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte went through a workout before Thursday's game, but he still hasn't played since Sunday. If he's not going to be ready by the end of the weekend or immediately after the All-Star break, it might make sense for the Pirates to place him on the disabled list, which would rule him out until July 21.
Jul 9 2015Marte (oblique) went through a complete pregame workout with the trainer Thursday, but there's no indication of whether or not he'll be available off the bench Thursday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte has been sidelined for each of the past three games due to the oblique issue, but it appears he may be close to a return. While he's not in the starting lineup Thursday, it's possible he'll be available off the bench, and could return to the lineup during the weekend series if all went well in the workouts.
Jul 9 2015Marte (oblique) remains out of the lineup Thursday against the Cardinals, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte reported feeling better Wednesday, but he's still suffering from issues on his left side. As a result, he will miss his fourth straight game Thursday, and there's no indication that he'll rejoin the lineup soon. It wouldn't be surprising if he sits through the weekend, which would then provide him extra rest with the All-Star break on tap.
Jul 8 2015Marte (oblique) has yet to swing a bat or participate in any on-field work since tweaking a core muscle Sunday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.Marte is already out of the lineup for the third straight game, and it sounds like he could be a couple days away from getting back into game action. His next chance to return will be Thursday against the Cardinals.
Jul 8 2015Marte (oblique) is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Padres.Wednesday marks Marte's third straight game out of the lineup after tweaking his oblique muscle on Sunday. His next chance to return to the lineup will be Thursday against St. Louis; he is listed as available on Wednesday's lineup card, however. Sean Rodriguez will take over for Marte in left field Wednesday.
Jul 7 2015Marte (oblique) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Padres.Marte left Sunday's game after tweaking a muscle in his core, and he'll now sit out for the second straight day. The Pirates don't believe Marte will require a stint on the DL, and he should continue to be considered day-to-day until further notice.
Jul 6 2015Marte (oblique) is out of the lineup Monday against the Padres, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte exited Sunday's game after tweaking a muscle earlier in his at-bat. He's reportedly dealt with similar issues in the past that didn't keep him out too long, but he will miss at least Monday's game as a result of the issue, and a stint on the disabled list can't necessarily be ruled out at this point.
Jul 5 2015Marte left Sunday's game in the fifth inning after he appeared to tweak a muscle in his side during his earlier at-bat, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.Marte struck out in his only at-bat prior to being replaced in the game by Gregory Polanco. Consider him day-to-day in advance of Monday's series opener against the Padres.
Jul 1 2015Marte went 4-for-5 with a double and his 13th homer in Wednesday's 9-3 win in Detroit.The dinger matched his career high and snapped an 82 at-bat homerless stretch. Marte extended his hitting streak to seven games, going 12-for-28 since June 24. With 13 home runs and 15 stolen bases, a 30/30 season remains in reach for the left fielder.
Jun 27 2015Marte went 3-for-4 with his 15th stolen base Saturday against Atlanta.He was fortunate to avoid injury after flipping head-over-heels while attempting to steal second on a wet track. Marte has six hits in 13 at-bats after going 1-for-18 prior to his hot stretch. He still only has one extra-base hit in his last 11 games, however.
Jun 26 2015Marte delivered a pinch-hit single Thursday against the Reds.Look for Marte, who had been mired in a 1-for-18 slump prior to Thursday, to return to the starting lineup Friday. The outfielder has 14 doubles and a team-leading 12 homers, but just one extra-base hit in his last nine games.
Jun 25 2015Marte is out of the lineup Thursday against the Reds, C. Trent Rosecrans of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.Marte has struggled at the plate recently, going just 1-for-18 over the past five games. He'll receive a day off perhaps to clear his head, while Josh Harrison will shift to right field and Gregory Polanco will play left and Jung-Ho Kang enters the lineup at third base against the Reds.
Jun 18 2015Marte went 2-for-5 with a run scored Thursday after leaving Wednesday's game with an ankle injury.He struck out two times, stranded five runners and was caught stealing, but Marte collected two or more hits for the sixth time in seven starts. He's now batting .500 (17-for-34) over that span.
Jun 18 2015Marte (ankle) is in Thursday's lineup against the White Sox, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte exited Wednesday's game early due to the ankle issue, but it appears the issue was minor, as he's back in Thursday's lineup. He'll shift back over to left field and will hit second Thursday, with Andrew McCutchen returning in center field.
Jun 17 2015Marte left Wednesday's game with pain in his left ankle, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.It is unknown if Marte will have to miss time because of the injury, but the Pirates will likely update his status before Thursday's game against the White Sox.
Jun 16 2015Marte went 4-for-5 with a double and two RBI Monday, giving him four straight games with at least three hits.He ended a 3-for-31 slump last week and has been on a tear ever since. Marte has stolen 11 bases and remains on pace for 30 while bumping up his home run production. The outfielder needs just one dinger to match his career high of 13. His breakout season continues.
Jun 13 2015Marte went 3-for-7 -- including a game-winning single in the 13th inning -- Friday against the Phillies.He struck out three times and stranded five baserunners but got the job done in extra innings. Marte is batting just .174 (8-for-46) since May 30. His combination of speed and power makes it tough for fantasy owners to sit the left fielder, however.
Jun 9 2015Marte had just one hit Tuesday, but made it count, launching a solo home run off of Taylor Jungmann.Marte has struggled mightily this month, managing just four hits in 26 at-bats. Even through his slump Marte has provided some value, collecting 10 stolen bases with his 12 homers. He is now just one blast away from matching his career-high, set last season.
Jun 6 2015Marte snapped an 0-for-21 slump Friday, belting a two-run, opposite-field dinger while finishing 2-for-3 with three RBI against the Braves.He walked two times before ending his hitless stretch. Pittsburgh moved Marte to the "honey spot," as manager Clint Hurdle calls batting second in front of Andrew McCutchen. Marte saw more pitches and more fastballs, taking advantage of the opportunity. He has one hit and a walk in nine at-bats against Saturday starter Julio Teheran.
Jun 4 2015Marte stole his ninth base and scored a run as a pinch-hitter Wednesday against the Giants.Mired in an 0-for-20 slump, manager Clint Hurdle believes his left fielder will turn things around. "When he pounds the ball, it's very fun to watch," Hurdle told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "He's going to hit .280 or .290. We'll give him a break, back him away and I think everything will come back to him." Marte is batting .254/.308/.466 with 10 homers and 34 RBI in 193 at-bats.
Jun 3 2015Marte is out of the lineup Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.Marte is hitless in his last 17 at-bats and his average has dropped from .284 to .254 over the past nine games, so the day off was warranted. Jose Tabata -- who is 3-for-8 against starter Tim Hudson -- will get the start in left field and hit sixth.
Jun 3 2015Marte went 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts Tuesday against San Francisco.Once again, he looked terrible at the plate. Marte is batting .125 (6-for-48) since May 22. He has two hits, including a triple, in four career at-bats against Wednesday starter Tim Hudson, though it's possible the team gives him the afternoon off.
May 28 2015Marte drew a game-winning, bases-loaded walk Wednesday against the Marlins.The walk was just his 10th in 169 at-bats, but it points toward continued maturity at the plate. Marte's OPS (.829) has been trending down since peaking May 20 (.877), but he does have a homer in five career at-bats versus Friday starter Ian Kennedy.
May 25 2015Marte was hitless in 10 at-bats against the Mets before belting a three-run dinger -- his ninth of the season -- in Sunday's 9-1 win.New York intentionally walked Andrew McCutchen to get to Marte and the left fielder delivered. Despite a 7:45 BB:K ratio, Marte has answered questions about whether he can handle hitting cleanup. The .330 BABIP is actually his lowest mark in four seasons -- he holds a career .359 BABIP -- as his breakout campaign continues.
May 14 2015Marte will hit cleanup and play center field Thursday afternoon against the Phillies, Root Sports in Pittsburgh reports.Marte has five singles in 12 career at-bats against Thursday starter, Aaron Harang. He could be good for a stolen base or two with the big righty on the mound.
May 11 2015Marte went 1-for-4 with a three-run shot -- his eighth dinger -- Monday in Philadelphia.He batted out of the cleanup spot once again, a spot typically reserved for Neil Walker (who hit second Monday). Marte's homer was just his second in his last 11 contests, but he's driven in nine runs over the span.
May 10 2015Marte (dizziness) is back in Sunday's lineup, batting fourth against the Cardinals and Tyler Lyons.Marte had left Saturday's game with severe dizziness, but apparently he's good to go for Sunday.
May 9 2015Marte went 0-for-2 with a pair of strikeouts before leaving due to dizziness or dehydration.The outfielder has dealt with severe migraine headaches throughout his career. It's possible the team gives him a break Sunday, with his availability limited to coming off the bench. Either way, he's not expected to miss much time.
May 9 2015Marte was removed from Saturday's game with severe dizziness and will receive treatment.He was 1-for-2 Saturday before leaving with this ambiguous ailment, and was replaced by Sean Rodriguez. It's hard to say how serious this could be, but the fact that the dizziness was labeled "serious" by the team is not a good indicator for his status for Sunday's game. Consider Marte day-to-day until we learn more.
May 9 2015Marte raised his batting average to a season-high .275 Friday, going 3-for-4 with an RBI single against the Cardinals.He hit cleanup for the sixth time Friday, as opposed to fifth in the lineup -- where he's slotted in 21 of 28 contests. Marte has also swiped three bases in the last eight games after getting off to a slow start in that category.
May 6 2015Marte belted his team-leading seventh homer Tuesday, going 1-for-2 with a pair of walks.While the 102.3 mph bat speed was the slowest of any of his homers, it's doubtful fantasy owners are complaining. Interestingly, Marte's .309 BABIP is well off his career mark of .360. He's also successfully stolen four bases in five tries. Marte has been plunked by 41 pitches over the last two seasons. If he can stay healthy -- he's been hit by just two pitches in the early going -- then the five-tool talent should continue providing elite fantasy numbers.
May 2 2015Marte went 3-for-6 Saturday with a double.He's already shown an improved power stroke with six home runs in April, and now the hits are starting to come in bunches for Marte too, as he's now hitting .314 (11-for-35) over his last 10 games. If you invested heavily in him this season expecting a breakout performance, he's beginning to provide some dividends.
May 1 2015Marte, who will bat fifth Friday in St. Louis, has eight hits in 18 career at-bats against starter, Lance Lynn.The outfielder collected only three stolen bases in four attempts in April, but eight of his 18 hits went for extra bases, limiting his opportunities. Marte leads the Bucs with six home runs and an .821 OPS.
Apr 28 2015Marte provided Pittsburgh's only run support Tuesday, socking a two-run homer (his sixth) against the Cubs.He accounted for two of his team's five hits. Marte has lifted his batting average to a season-high .243 despite a 2:26 BB:K ratio.
Apr 25 2015Marte returned to the starting lineup Friday and went 1-for-4 with a double.Marte continued his power barrage, collecting his seventh extra-base hit (five homers, two doubles) in 12 overall hits. After a slow start, the outfielder is batting .375 (9-for-24) in the last eight games.
Apr 24 2015Marte (hand) is back in the lineup Friday, Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.He made an appearance in Thursday's game as a pinch runner, so this was somewhat expected following Marte leaving Wednesday's game after getting hit in the hand by a pitch. Deploy him as usual for the opener of the weekend series in Arizona.
Apr 23 2015Marte (hand) entered Thursday's tilt as a pinch-runner and then served as a late-inning defensive replacement in center field.His appearance Thursday was encouraging to fantasy owners who missed the outfielder with four home runs in his last five starts. Marte is 0-for-2 with a walk against Friday starter, Josh Collmenter, of Arizona.
Apr 23 2015The Pirates have yet to decide whether or not Marte (hand) will play in Thursday's game against the Cubs, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte will test his hand in the batting cage prior to Thursday's game, and the Pirates will make a decision based on how he feels during and after the session. Expect Marte's status to be updated following his hitting session.
Apr 23 2015Marte (hand) is out of the lineup Thursday.He left Wednesday's game after getting hit in the right hand by a pitch, but X-rays were negative. The Pirates waited until the last minute to decide whether Marte would play Thursday, suggesting that he was really close to getting the nod. Consider him day-to-day for now. Andrew McCutchen is also out Thursday and Andrew Lambo and Sean Rodriguez will man the outfield corners with Gregory Polanco playing center field.
Apr 22 2015Marte left Wednesday's game after getting hit in the right hand by a pitch, but X-rays after the game showed no fracture, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte hit a single in his only at-bat before departing. He was replaced by Andrew Lambo in the lineup. Consider him day to day as it sounds like he avoided a serious injury.
Apr 18 2015Marte went 2-for-4 with his second homer and first stolen base of the season Friday against the Brewers.The steal was a welcomed relief from fantasy owners banking on 30-plus from the outfielder. The 460-foot homer wasn't too shabby, either, as the speed off Marte's bat registered at 115.3 mph. Marte has the tools to put together a monster fantasy campaign, even though he's gotten off to a terribly slow start.
Apr 14 2015Marte is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tigers.Corey Hart will bat fifth and start in right field, shifting Gregory Polanco over to left field. Marte is off to a hideous start at the plate, with three hits and 14 strikeouts in 26 at-bats. The day off might do him some good, and he'll likely return to the lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Detroit's Alfredo Simon.
Apr 12 2015Marte went struck out four times Sunday, going 0-for-4 in Milwaukee. He was also hit by a pitch, only to be caught stealing second base.The outfielder has already whiffed 12 times in 22 official at-bats. The free swinger will need to display at least a modicum of discipline at the plate if he is to fulfill breakout predictions for 2015.
Apr 11 2015Marte broke out of an early slump with a monster homer estimated at 437 feet Friday in Milwaukee.There are plenty of reasons to expect another leap in production from Marte after a strong finish to 2014 and a great spring training. He appeared to injure his left leg while making a sliding grab Thursday in Cincinnati, but that didn't stop him from starting Friday and mashing his first dinger. Marte slid over from left field to center when Andrew McCutchen (knee) exited.
Apr 6 2015Marte went 0-for-4 on Opening Day, striking out three times and lining out to Reds' center fielder, Billy Hamilton.It can only get easier for Marte, who was kept off-balance at the plate by Johnny Cueto. He's hitting .217 (5-for-23) with a homer off Wednesday starter, Mike Leake.
Mar 19 2015Marte went 3-for-3 with a double, homer and two RBI against the Orioles on Wednesday.He's also getting his fair share of play in center field with Andrew McCutchen sitting out with lower body soreness. Marte enters 2015 as a bonafide breakout candidate.
Mar 14 2015Marte went 2-for-2 with a double, triple and stolen base against Boston on Saturday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Manager Clint Hurdle was pleased with Marte's performance, especially because he went with a different offseason schedule. "Both [Gregory] Polanco and Marte, it's the first time they've taken winter ball off," Hurdle said. "It is different for them. Normally they're coming into spring training with 125 at-bats under their belt, or something of that ilk. To see spin, to see fastballs ... both of them are aware of the areas they need to have become more consistent."
Mar 14 2015Manager Clint Hurdle said Saturday that he views Marte as a run producer first, and a run scorer second, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.He looks poised to once again slot into the fifth or sixth spot in the Pirates' batting order this season -- a spot where he really thrived in last season. This should not do much to limit Marte's running once he gets on base, but it's worth noting that despite his speed, he may be a better source of RBI than runs, for what it's worth.
Mar 13 2015Marte has started six spring contests, going 4-for-16 in Grapefruit League contests.The popular breakout candidate hit .338 after June 8 last season. Moving out of the leadoff spot to fifth or sixth in the lineup really helped to boost Marte's fantasy numbers. He boosted his RBI total from 35 to 56 despite seeing a minimal raise in his slugging average (.441 to .453).
Sep 24 2014Marte went 2-for-4 against Atlanta on Tuesday, hitting his 27th double while stealing his 27th base in 2014.Since coming off the DL on Aug. 5, Marte holds an impressive .358/.414/.591 line with eight homers and six stolen bases in 174 plate appearances.
Sep 16 2014Marte (arm) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Red Sox, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte sat out the Pirates' last three games after being hit by a pitch Thursday, but he will return to action following a team off day Monday. Marte will man left field and bat sixth against Red Sox starter Anthony Ranaudo.
Sep 14 2014Marte (elbow) struck out in a pinch-hitting appearance Sunday.The fact he was able to pinch-hit is a good sign for fantasy owners in Week 25. There are no guarantees he'll be back starting in left field Tuesday, but it looks like he return to regular action in the coming days.
Sep 14 2014Marte (arm) is not in the lineup Sunday for the third straight day.Marte remains sidelined as a result of being hit by a pitch in Thursday's game. Travis Snider will get another start in left field in Marte's place.
Sep 13 2014Marte (arm) will not be in the lineup Saturday against the Cubs, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Specifics regarding Marte's injury remain somewhat scarce, as it's currently just being labeled as left arm discomfort. However, Marte will miss a second straight start Saturday and is without a timetable for a return to the lineup. He will be available as a pinch runner.
Sep 12 2014Marte (arm) is out of the lineup Friday against the Cubs.Marte left Thursday's game due to discomfort in his left arm, and it appears the injury will hold him out Friday as well. Travis Snider will start in left field and bat seventh for the Pirates with Marte out.
Sep 11 2014Marte left Thursday's game after he was hit by a pitch in the first inning, Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte was hit roughly in the forearm area, but it's difficult to tell exactly what's ailing him based on the replay. The team will likely update his status prior to the end of Thursday's game. In the meantime, Gregory Polanco entered the game to play right field, moving Travis Snider over to left to replace Marte.
Sep 11 2014Updating a previous report, Marte left Thursday's game due to discomfort in his left arm.Marte will continue to undergo treatment, but consider the outfielder day-to-day for the time being. If he's unavailable for the series opener against the Cubs, look for Jose Tabata or Gregory Polanco to see extra playing time, although the club doesn't appear to be overly concerned at the moment.
Sep 8 2014Marte had a nice day at the plate Monday, going 3-for-5 with two RBI and a home run.Marte has been scalding hot at the dish of late, cracking seven hits in his last three games to raise his batting average up to .279. The outfielder has shown a nice balance of speed and power this year, hitting 11 home runs and stealing 25 bases.
Sep 3 2014Marte went 1-for-4 with a homer, his 10th of the year, and two RBI in Tuesday's loss to the Cardinals.Marte is now batting .273/.346/.429 in 410 at-bats this year, a respectable line but a slight step back from last season. He still has a chance at at a double-digit homer, 30-steal season, though Marte's now gone nine games without stealing a base.
Aug 30 2014Despite going hitless in his last seven at-bats, Marte is batting .349/.419/.590 in 93 August plate appearances.A 29:111 BB:K ratio in 2014 hasn't slowed the outfielder, who's put up an OPS (.775) in line with his career average. Marte has hit four of his nine homers in the last 13 games and continues to give fantasy owners help in the steals category with 25 stolen bases in 33 attempts.
Aug 24 2014Marte went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer in Sunday's loss to the Brewers.Marte has been stellar since coming off the disabled list earlier this month, hitting .371 with four homers, six doubles, 10 RBI, and four stolen bases in 19 games.
Aug 22 2014Marte went 2-for-3 with three runs scored and his 24th stolen base of the season Friday in Milwaukee.The three runs matched his season-high even though he batted out of the seventh spot in the lineup -- Milwaukee's Yovani Gallardo's splits against right-handed batters (.218) was better than lefties (.273) heading into Friday. Marte is batting .371 (23-for-62) since returning from a concussion in early August.
Aug 18 2014Marte (wrist) return to the lineup Monday vs. the Braves, MLB.com reports.Marte was seen wearing a wrapping on his wrist after Sunday's contest, but it appears that he was only doing so as a precautionary measure to reduce the swelling. He apparently checked out fine during pregame warmups and should be slated to play a full nine innings Monday.
Aug 17 2014Marte, who made a late-inning sliding catch Sunday, had his wrist wrapped after the game, according to Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.Marte took more than his fair share of abuse Sunday. The outfielder was also plunked on his left shoulder by a fastball at the plate. The team won't likely know until sometime Monday when the swelling goes down as to whether Marte might miss any time.
Aug 16 2014Marte, who homered Friday for the first time since June 13, is 1-for-6 with a homer against Saturday starter Gio Gonzalez.He's reached base in each of the 11 games he's played in August since returning from a concussion and has played admirably in center field with Andrew McCutchen sidelined. Marte has successfully swiped 23 of 31 bases and has hit six homers after belting 12 last year -- it wouldn't be surprising to see him go deep again Saturday.
Aug 15 2014Marte went 2-for-4 Friday with a home run, two runs scored and two RBI.It was his sixth home run of the season, and first since June 13. Marte is now hitting .333/.422/.564 in 39 August at-bats since returning to the lineup from his concussion.
Aug 11 2014Marte went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs scored, one triple, one stolen and one walk Monday against the Tigers.Marte is heating up as he is 7-for-18 with three doubles and one triple over his last five games. The Pirates are dealing with some injuries to their lineup, so they need Marte to keep swinging a hot bat.
Aug 8 2014Marte batted fifth in the order with a lefty on the mound Thursday, going 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles against the Marlins.Marte owns a career .947 OPS (in 192 at-bats) against southpaws and figures to bat in the middle of the order versus lefties with Andrew McCutchen and Neil Walker both out. The outfielder has four hits in 11 at-bats since returning from a concussion three games ago.
Aug 6 2014Marte (concussion) went 1-for-4 with a run Tuesday night against the Marlins.The left fielder saw his first action since July 21 and played center for the ninth time in 2014 with Andrew McCutchen (left side) sidelined. Marte batted leadoff with a lefty on the mound.
Aug 5 2014Marte (concussion) has been reinstated from the disabled list, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.As expected, Marte will return Tuesday after completing a four-game rehab stint at Triple-A. With Andrew McCutchen dealing with an oblique injury, Marte's return couldn't come at a better time for the Pirates. Pedro Alvarez was placed on the bereavement list Tuesday to clear a spot for Marte.
Aug 3 2014Marte (concussion) is expected to come off the DL on Tuesday, according to ROOT Sports in Pittsburgh.The Pirates play six home games in Week 19 and with Andrew McCutchen's (oblique) status in jeopardy, Marte could be a welcome addition to the lineup.
Jul 31 2014Marte (concussion) will begin a four-game rehab assignment Saturday at Triple-A Indianapolis, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.Under the current timetable, Marte will have missed nearly double the minimum requirement of the 7-day concussion DL by the time he is activated near the middle of next week. He hasn't played since July 21, but should be ready to go at some point during the three-game homestand against the Marlins. Once he returns to the lineup, Travis Snider will return to primarily a bench role. Josh Harrison -- who had also been playing some left field -- will return to being a rotating utility player.
Jul 31 2014Marte (concussion) will begin a four-game Triple-A rehab stint Saturday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review reports.If that timeline holds true, then Marte would return to the Bucs' starting lineup Wednesday in Pittsburgh. Marte hasn't played since coming back prematurely from his concussion on July 21.
Jul 29 2014Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said he is "not optimistic" Marte (concussion) will come off the DL on Wednesday, Jenn Menendez of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte made his case for a Wednesday activation, taking batting practice on the field and running the bases prior to Tuesday's game, but apparently it wasn't quite enough to sway Hurdle. Perhaps Marte will need to complete a short minor league rehab assignment before returning to the active roster.
Jul 29 2014Marte (concussion) took batting practice on the field and ran the bases prior to Tuesday's game, Jenn Menendez of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.As of Sunday, the Pirates were still uncertain as to whether Marte would be able to return from the 7-day DL when first eligible Wednesday, but his ability to hit and run the bases should go a long way toward convincing the team he's ready. Marte, who's hit .255/.328/.385 with five homers and 21 steals this season, suffered a concussion after being hit by a pitch back on July 18.
Jul 27 2014The Pirates are unsure whether Marte (concussion) will return from the DL on Wednesday, according to GM Neal Huntington.Speaking during his weekly radio show, Huntington said that Marte really defines "day-by-day symptoms." The left fielder has had very good stretches, but hasn't felt quite right other times. The Pittsburgh GM added that the longer Marte remains out, the better the chance he will need a rehab assignment. Marte was hit by a Jamey Wright fastball July 18 and last played three days thereafter before heading to the disabled list.
Jul 23 2014Marte (concussion) has been placed on the 7-day DL, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.There were some differing reports about Marte's DL status earlier Wednesday, but his concussion tests must have come back positive, and he will be out until at least July 28. Brent Morel was called up as a corresponding move.
Jul 23 2014Though the Pirates haven't addressed any sort of injury for Marte, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports the outfielder will be placed on the disabled list prior to Wednesday's game against the Dodgers.Manager Clint Hurdle indicated just a day earlier that Marte was fine despite not being used in the lineup, attributing the absence to a manager's decision. While no reason has been given for a possible DL move, it's likely that Marte could be suffering from late-emerging concussion symptoms as the result of taking a fastball to the head Friday. He ended up being held out of the final two games of the weekend for that reason, before returning to the lineup Monday.
Jul 23 2014The Pirates are awaiting to see the results of concussion tests before determining if Marte will have to go on the DL, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Rob Biertempfel reports.Biertempfel reported earlier in the day that Marte was definitely going on the DL, and it was a matter of whether he would need the 15-day DL or the 7-day DL, which is reserved for players with concussions. However, this latest development suggests there's a chance Marte could avoid the DL if it is determined he doesn't have a concussion. Brent Morel would be recalled if Marte does end up on the DL, so stay tuned.
Jul 23 2014Marte is out of the lineup for the second straight game Wednesday vs. the Dodgers.Manager Clint Hurdle explained Marte's absence from Tuesday's game was not injury-related and only an effort to give his bench players some at-bats, but Marte's presence out of the lineup on back-to-back days raises further questions. Even if an injury isn't in play for Marte, it seems the team is at least entertaining the idea of possibly moving him in a trade, with the outfielder linked in trade talks with the Mariners. While Marte finds himself on the bench, Travis Snider earns his second straight start in the outfield.
Jul 22 2014Marte is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers.Tuesday's game will mark the eighth time in the Pirates' last 10 games that Marte has opened on the bench. Travis Snider will get the start in left field for the Pirates on Tuesday night.
Jul 21 2014Marte (head) is back in the lineup Monday vs. the Dodgers, MLB.com reports.Marte was able to avoid a concussion after taking a fastball to the head Friday vs. the Rockies, and his presence late in Sunday's game as a pinch-hitter suggested that a return to regular duty wasn't far off. It appears as though he'll be in line for a full run of everyday duties during the upcoming week, making him a seemingly safe play in fantasy lineups.
Jul 20 2014Marte (head) walked in a pinch-hitting appearance Sunday afternoon against the Rockies.He didn't play in the outfield at all, but his ability to pinch hit is a good sign. Heading into Week 18, Marte represents somewhat of a risk to fantasy owners in weekly leagues, but it looks like he could return to the starting lineup in the next couple days.
Jul 20 2014Marte's injury has been classified as "head trauma" rather than a concussion, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte will still be subjected to the concussion protocol as a precaution, and a trip to the 7-day DL hasn't been ruled out yet. Josh Harrison took his spot in the lineup Sunday and would be in line for more action if Marte is forced to miss further games.
Jul 20 2014Marte (head) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Rockies.Marte was lifted from Friday's contest a few innings after being hit in the head with a pitch, but he isn't thought to have sustained a serious injury. He was able to work out before Sunday's game, and may even be available off the bench, according to Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Josh Harrison will once again man left field, while Marte will look to return for the upcoming three-game series with the Dodgers.
Jul 19 2014Marte is not in the lineup Saturday against the Rockies.Although Marte stayed in Friday's game initially after being hit in the head by a Adam Ottavino fastball in the seventh inning, he was ultimately lifted in the bottom of the ninth. He'll sit Saturday as Josh Harrison takes over in left, and the team may opt to send Marte for tests to see if there are any signs of a concussion.
Jul 18 2014Marte was 1-for-2 with a walk, a hit by pitch and two RBI in the Pirates come-from-behind win over the Rockies on Friday night.Quite an interesting game for the Pittsburgh leftfielder. His triple drove in the Pirates first run, but he ran through a stop sign and was thrown out at the plate. Two innings later he took an Adam Ottavino fastball off the helmet with the bases loaded to drive in the tying run the hard way. He was on the ground for a few minutes but remained in the game, although he was removed later in a double switch. You might want to check his status prior to Saturday's game.
Jul 17 2014Marte (personal) was reinstated from the bereavement list Thursday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte is expected to be in the lineup Friday for the Pirates' second-half opener, after spending a week away from the club following the passing of his mother-in-law. The 25-year-old has struggled at times this season, but he's come on strong over the past month or so (.319 average, .819 OPS since June 9) and should continue to play on a near-everyday basis in left field.
Jul 16 2014Marte is expected back in Friday's lineup after taking the full seven-day bereavement allotment following the passing of his mother-in-law.Since June 9th, Marte has batted .319 with an .819 OPS. Not coincidentally, he picked up his game when the team recalled prospect and fellow countryman, Gregory Polanco. For the season, Marte's OPS is down from .784 to .708 and he's hit just seven homers in his last 499 plate appearances. That said, his recent work gives hope to fantasy owners he can finish strong in 2014.
Jul 13 2014Marte (personal) will fly back to Pittsburgh on Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.Marte has been on the bereavement list since Tuesday, but he will apparently be back after the break. Josh Harrison will get the start in left field Sunday.
Jul 11 2014Marte (personal) isn't expected back from the bereavement list until after the All-Star break, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The outfielder has already missed Pittsburgh's last two games following the passing of his mother-in-law. Josh Harrison will continue seeing everyday duty in his absence.
Jul 9 2014Marte was placed on the bereavement list Wednesday, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.There was some concern when Marte was not even listed on the lineup card as a reserve for Wednesday's game, but evidently there is no injury to the 25-year-old. Rather, Marte has left the team to attend to a personal matter, and he can miss up to three games following his placement on the bereavement list. Look for Josh Harrison to man left field while Marte is away.
Jul 9 2014Marte is not in Wednesday's starting lineup despite hitting .400 (6-for-15) against starter Lance Lynn.He went hitless in five at-bats Tuesday, but the move is still a bid odd, considering his past success against Lynn. On the other hand, Pittsburgh has a logjam of choices and somebody has to sit out. Furthermore, the team hasn't disclosed any injury with Marte, though his finger seems to be a constant concern.
Jul 6 2014Marte is out of the lineup Sunday against the Phillies.Marte has started five straight games in left field for the Pirates, but will take a seat in favor of James Harrison for Sunday afternoon's tilt. Marte had hit safely in five of his past six games, but still owns just a .255 batting average on the season.
Jun 30 2014Marte went 1-for-4 with a run scored Sunday in his first start since June 24.He appears to be past his finger injury and will get an added day of rest with Monday's off-day. The left fielder saw time in center on Sunday for just the seventh time in 2014.
Jun 29 2014Marte (finger) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Mets.The finger injury cost Marte four straight starts, and he missed a couple games last week with concussion symptoms, but the 25-year-old will slot back in to the two-hole Sunday against right-hander Bartolo Colon. Marte will start in center field with Andrew McCutchen getting a day off, but look for him to return to left field early next week.
Jun 28 2014Marte (finger) served as a pinch-runner Friday against the Mets.There's a decent chance he returns to the lineup Saturday, with Pittsburgh facing the left-handed Jonathan Niece.
Jun 28 2014Marte (finger) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets.Josh Harrison will get the nod in left field as Marte sits for a fourth consecutive game. Marte passed concussion tests, but his finger is apparently still bothering him.
Jun 27 2014Marte (finger) is still not in the Pirates' lineup Friday.This will be his third straight game missed with a combination of concussion symptoms and a finger injury. He passed his concussion tests but the finger is apparently still bothering him. It doesn't seem like he'll need a DL stint, and should continued to be seen as day-to-day. Travis Snider will get the start in left field in his place.
Jun 26 2014Marte (finger) is not in the lineup Thursday, the Pirates' official Twitter feed reports.He passed his concussion tests following his exit from Tuesday's game, but he will miss a second straight game as he tends to a sore finger. Josh Harrison will get the start in left field Thursday, and Marte should be considered day-to-day.
Jun 25 2014Marte (concussion) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays, according to Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.Marte was forced from Tuesday's game after suffering the head injury, and he will sit out until any concussion symptoms have cleared. Josh Harrison will start in Marte's place Wednesday, and would likely pick up the bulk of the playing time if Marte is forced to the disabled list.
Jun 25 2014Though Marte is out of the lineup Wednesday, manager Clint Hurdle said that the outfielder has passed his concussion tests and is not a candidate for the disabled list, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.It's fortunate news after the Pirates said Marte was experiencing concussion-like symptoms upon hitting his head during an attempted slide Tuesday night, but it still sounds like he could be out of the lineup for the next few games. He's also tending to a sore right middle finger that he sustained during the slide, which might limit him strictly to pinch-running and defensive duties. Josh Harrison will cover left field for Marte on Wednesday, and likely any other games he would miss as a result of the head or finger injuries.
Jun 24 2014Marte left Tuesday's game with concussion-like symptoms after hitting his head during a slide, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Bill Brink reports.He hit his head on a player's knee while trying to steal a base, and stayed down before being helped off the field. Consider him day-to-day, but a stay on the 7-day concussion DL seems likely.
Jun 23 2014Marte (personal) is back in the lineup Monday against the Pirates.Marte had spent the weekend attending to a family matter back in the Dominican Republic, but as expected, he'll return to the Pirates' lineup Monday. Despite a .258 batting average on the season, he should continue to see most of the reps in left field moving forward. He had been hitting .297 in June -- due largely in part to a 10-game hitting streak -- so perhaps a turnaround is around the corner.
Jun 23 2014After missing the weekend slate of games due to a personal problem, Marte returned to the lineup Monday and went 1-for-3 with two runs scored and his 18th stolen base against the Rays.The outfielder was also plunked for the eighth and ninth times in 2014 -- a trainer looked at his wrist on the second HBP but Marte stayed in the game. He entered Monday hitting .380 (19-for-50) in his last 11 contests and stayed hot in Tampa Bay.
Jun 21 2014Marte is attending to a family matter in the Dominican Republic, and he will not be back with the Pirates until Monday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Jose Tabata will man left field Saturday night, and Travis Snider will likely get the nod Sunday. Marte is having a disappointing year, but he finally seems to have turned things around, with 16 hits in his last 10 games.
Jun 18 2014Marte is batting .447 (17-for-38) since June 9 after getting two hits against the Reds on Tuesday.The addition of Gregory Polanco has spurred on both Marte and Andrew McCutchen at the top of the lineup. Marte has reduced the number of ugly swings and it's looking like manager Clint Hurdle's decision to keep him on the big league team (rather than demoting him) has paid off.
Jun 13 2014Marte will hit second in the order Friday for the second consecutive game.The second spot in the lineup is the highest he's hit since leading off on April 27. Marte batted .500 (8-for-16) with three doubles and three RBI in the just-completed four-game series against the Cubs.
Jun 13 2014Marte went 4-for-7 with his fifth homer and 16th stolen base Friday in Miami.He's 12-for-23 after collecting five hits in his previous 50 at-bats. The trio of Gregory Polanco, Marte and Andrew McCutchen combined for nine hits against the Marlins on Friday, giving the Bucs a potent outfield of speed and power.
Jun 12 2014Marte will bat second Thursday against the Cubs.The Pirates' patience with Marte seems to be paying off, as the 25-year-old has now collected multiple hits in three straight games. He'll move up in the batting order with Josh Harrison sidelined with an ankle injury, but Marte figures to remain in the bottom third of the order when Harrison is healthy, at least until he's fully back on track.
Jun 11 2014Marte collected his second straight multi-hit performance Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with a double against the Cubs.He has five hits in eight at-bats in the series against Chicago after a 5-for-50 slump. The team has also moved him back up to sixth in the order following the loss of Neil Walker (appendectomy). Marte committed another pair of baserunning gaffes Tuesday, but fantasy owners have to be happy he's hitting again at the plate.
Jun 9 2014Marte went 0-for-3 with his 14th stolen base Sunday in his first start since Monday.The outfielder is batting .100 (5-for-50) since May 22. Marte does holds a .300 career batting average in 137 plate appearances against the Cubs -- Pittsburgh's opponent four times in Week 11 -- giving fantasy owners hope for a rebound. If the left fielder continues to struggle, he'll continue to lose playing time and could potentially suffer a demotion to Triple-A.
Jun 9 2014Marte went 3-for-4 with two doubles, his 15th stolen base and two RBI against the Cubs on Monday night.He entered the game with a .300 batting average in 137 career at-bats against the Cubs and improved nicely upon that number. The Pirates and Marte fantasy owners are hoping Monday signals the end to his recent struggles, though one game doesn't necessarily mean he's out of the woods yet.
Jun 8 2014Marte will start in left field and bat seventh against the Brewers on Sunday, Tom Singer of the Pirates' Web site reports.Marte will be looking to make an impact after sitting much of the past week due to a hitting slump. He has but three hits in 16 career at-bats against starter, Yovani Gallardo, but the team will send him out in hopes of a turnaround.
Jun 8 2014Despite sitting Marte on the bench for Pittsburgh's past four games, manager Clint Hurdle said he has no plans of sending the outfielder to Triple-A. "Triple-A hasn't crossed my mind, so I'm looking for an opportunity here first," Hurdle told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.Since May 22, Marte has five hits in 47 at-bats. He's also made numerous baserunning and fielding gaffes. Nevertheless, the Pirates say they'll continue to stick with him. There is a slight chance that the team could move Josh Harrison to left field when Gregory Polanco comes up, with Marte working on his struggles at Triple-A Indianapolis.
Jun 7 2014Marte hit an RBI ground out Friday in a pinch-hitting role against the Brewers.Marte hasn't started a game since Monday as the Pirates continue to "unplug" the outfielder. GM Neal Huntington recently said that part of Marte's problems might be attributable to the fact that he had less than 300 at-bats at Triple-A before debuting for the Bucs.
Jun 6 2014Marte is not in the lineup for Friday's game against Milwaukee.The Pirates are giving the free swinger some time off with the hope that he returns to the player he was in 2013. Jose Tabata, who is nowhere close to the defensive player Marte is, will start in left field Friday night.
Jun 4 2014Marte will remain out of the lineup Wednesday against the Padres for the second consecutive game.The outfielder will have to wait another game for an opportunity to end his 5-for-45 tailspin at the plate over the last two weeks, but he's probably in little danger of a demotion to the minors at this point. While Marte's batting average and run totals have suffered mightily due to his lack of contact, he still remains in good shape to match or surpass last season's 12 homers, and a run at 40 stolen bases could still be within reach. The 25-year-old could make for a good trade target while his value is depressed.
Jun 3 2014Marte went 0-for-4 on Monday and is hitting .114 (5-for-44) since May 22.Speaking on the Pirates pre-game show Sunday, manager Clint Hurdle said Marte may find himself riding the pine "next to me" for a while if he doesn't turn things around. Hurdle didn't say Marte was in jeopardy of a Triple-A demotion, but such a move might help the struggling outfielder regain some of his confidence. Of course, Marte is such a wild card that if he had 20 hits in his next 40 at-bats, nobody would be surprised. The Pirates figure to have more moving parts once the team promotes prospect Gregory Polanco.
Jun 3 2014Marte is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres.Marte, who has one hit in his last six games and is just 5-for-44 since May 22, will yield a start in left field to Josh Harrison on Tuesday. Manager Clint Hurdle suggested prior to Monday's game that Marte may find himself riding the pine more if he doesn't turn it around in short order, and while Marte appears safe from a Triple-A demotion at this point, the team may give it some consideration if his struggles persist.
May 31 2014Marte, who went 0-for-2 with a walk and his sixth HBP on Friday, is stuck in a 5-for-32 slump over his last nine games.He was also picked off second base Friday with the pitcher at the plate. On the positive side, Marte has posted a 3:7 BB:K ratio over his slide, which is an improvement for the undisciplined free swinger whose 60 strikeouts rank fourth in the NL. The outfielder's .136 ISO and .341 BABIP are down slightly from his career norms of .158 and .352, respectively, but the Bucs have sought to take some pressure off Marte by moving him down in the batting order.
May 26 2014Marte will bat seventh against the Mets on Monday.He had been hitting fifth until the Pirates decided to reorganize their lineup Friday. Marte looks completely lost at the plate sometimes, as evidenced by an 11:57 K:BB ratio, but a .355 BABIP and 12 steals continue to give him fantasy value.
May 22 2014Marte went 3-for-4 with two bunt singles and a triple against the Orioles on Wednesday.Neither sore hamstrings nor back spasms have conspired to slow down the speedy left fielder. Marte's contact rate is down from 75.4 percent in 2013 to 69 percent, but the results are typically electric whenever he does hit the ball. He holds a career .359 BABIP.
May 20 2014Marte (hamstring) is listed in the starting lineup Tuesday against the Orioles, according to Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.Marte will bat fifth and play in left field. He left early in the second game of Sunday's doubleheader with a sore hamstring.
May 18 2014Marte left Sunday's game with tightness in his left hamstring, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.He came out in the seventh inning after going 1-for-3 with a two-run home run, and was replaced in left field by Josh Harrison. It's not clear how serious the injury is, and Marte had just missed several games with back issues, so while his batting average is on the rise (up to .264 after finishing April at .229), his inability to stay on the field has been an issue of late. Consider him day-to-day for now.
May 18 2014Marte (hamstring) said he had "a little tightness" in his hamstring, but expects to play Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.He left the game in the seventh inning with a tight hamstring, but it sounds like it's not too serious, so owners should feel fairly safe about deploying him in weekly leagues.
May 17 2014Marte (back) is in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Yankees.Marte has been out of the lineup since last Saturday due back issues, but was able to log several at-bats off the bench both Wednesday and Thursday and it seems the day off Friday helped ease any remaining discomfort. Even with the DH option in New York, the Pirates are starting Marte in left field and batting him fifth against right-hander David Phelps.
May 17 2014Marte (back) returned to the starting lineup with a bang Saturday, going 3-for-3 with a solo home run and a stolen base.Marte was also caught stealing, as he curiously attempted to swipe two bases in his first game back from an injury. Given both his excellent performance and willingness to run, Marte should be a safe option in the coming days. He did enter the previous two games as a pinch hitter, and both times stayed in left field and took a second at-bat.
May 15 2014Marte is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Brewers.Marte was able to enter Wednesday's game in the later innings, but he will be held out of the starting lineup for at least one more day. Marte figures to be available off the bench Thursday, and it's possible he could be back in the lineup as soon as Friday.
May 15 2014For the second consecutive game, Marte entered Thursday's contest as a pinch hitter and stayed in the game to play left field.Marte was unable to duplicate his Wednesday magic, going 0-for-2 with a strikeout. The Pirates could start the outfielder Friday in New York after working him slowing back into action.
May 14 2014Marte (back) plans on taking batting practice Wednesday, but the DL is still an option according to manager Clint Hrudle, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.It would seem that the Pirates would wait at least several days before determining that a DL stint was necessary for Marte. If does require a move to the DL for his ailing back, the team could backdate the stay to May 11. It's still possible we could see him as a pinch-hit option or a defensive replacement in the coming days if he's not back in the lineup.
May 14 2014Marte (back) entered Wednesday's game as a pinch hitter and ended up smacking a two-run double in his second plate appearance.Marte played left field in the eighth and ninth innings against the Brewers. A disabled list stint is likely out at this point, barring a recurrence of his lower back spasms. He has three hits in 16 at-bats against Thursday starter, Yovani Gallardo, so there's no guarantee he'll be in the starting lineup.
May 14 2014Marte (back) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Brewers, Andrew Gruman of FOX Sports Wisconsin reports.The Pirates were mulling the idea of making Marte available off the bench Tuesday, but he never saw the field in the loss. He could be considered as a pinch-running or defensive replacement option in Wednesday's contest, but it might be a few more days before we see him in the lineup again.
May 14 2014Marte (back) said he is feeling much better Wednesday and doesn't think he'll require a DL stint, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.Manager Clint Hurdle said earlier in the day that the DL is still a possibility for Marte, so it's hard weigh Marte's statements heavily. However, it is encouraging to know he's progressing well, and he may be back sooner than later.
May 13 2014The Pirates are still evaluating whether Marte (back) would be available off the bench Tuesday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.The fact that Pittsburgh did not put the left fielder on the disabled list bodes well for him returning later in the week.
May 13 2014Marte (back) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Brewers.Marte's back began acting up Saturday but an exam indicated he was just dealing with spasms and tightness, with GM Neal Huntington suggesting the 25-year-old would necessitate "a little bit of down time." The Pirates haven't provided much information since, but Marte will at least miss the start in the opener against Milwaukee and his status for Wednesday is uncertain. Jose Tabata will draw the start in left field Tuesday.
May 12 2014Due to an off-day Monday, the Pirates have not issued guidance as to the status of Marte (back) entering Week 7.From all indications, it sounds as though the Pirates are waiting to see if the rest Marte gets on Sunday and Monday will be enough to get the outfielder back in the lineup Tuesday in Milwaukee. It wouldn't be surprising to see Marte come off the bench for a game and then re-enter the starting lineup Wednesday.
May 11 2014GM Neal Huntington relayed that Marte's back exam indicated some spasms and tightness that will work itself out, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Huntington added that Marte "needs a little bit of down time," so consider the outfielder day-to-day in advance of Tuesday's game against the Brewers.
May 11 2014Marte (back) is out of the starting lineup Sunday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte exited Saturday's game with the injury and it appears that he is out Sunday as well. The extent of his injury is uncertain, but it appears to be day-to-day at this point.
May 10 2014Marte left Saturday's game due to tightness in his back, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte was pulled in the fourth inning, and with Andrew McCutchen (ankle) already sidelined, Gaby Sanchez is playing the outfield. Travis Snider is set to return from a suspension Sunday, so the Pirates won't necessarily need to make a roster move.
May 6 2014Marte went 2-for-4 with a triple while batting fifth for the Pirates on Tuesday.After batting leadoff almost exclusively, Marte has settled into the fifth spot nicely the past several games. He scored on a throwing error after hitting his two-out, ninth-inning triple Tuesday, becoming the first player in replay history to score the winning run on an overturned challenge.
May 5 2014Marte batted fifth in the lineup Sunday -- going 0-for-4 -- after hitting seventh and sixth earlier in the week.Manager Clint Hurdle said he has a spot in mind he prefers for Marte but declined to reveal it. The left fielder is 8-for-21 with a homer, three RBI and two stolen bases since moving out of the leadoff spot six games ago.
May 2 2014Marte had a productive day in Thursday's doubleheader against Baltimore, going 3-for-7 with two walks, two RBI and two steals.Marte's power and average numbers continue to lag, but he's stealing bases at a very good pace (9-for-10) and walking much more than he has historically -- with 11 walks in 28 games, he's already nearly halfway to last year's 135-game total of 25 bases on balls.
May 2 2014Marte was 4-for-5 with a walk-off solo home run in the Pirates win over Toronto on Friday night.It was just his second home run of the year and only his sixth RBI, but he has shown more life in his bat since being moved out of the lead-off spot and the boost a walk-off bomb like this can produce may help as well. Marte is loaded with ability so finding the on switch to his production will be a key to the Pirates fortunes going forward.
May 1 2014Marte is set to bat seventh Thursday afternoon for the first time in his career.A few games with better results could move him back atop the Bucs' lineup, especially with Jose Tabata slotted there Thursday. From a long-range perspective, the team could try Gregory Polanco first in the lineup, making the move more permanent -- though that won't likely happen until June or July.
Apr 27 2014Marte went 0-for-4 with his major-league leading 37th strikeout Sunday afternoon against the Cardinals.His 9:37 BB:K ratio is actually better than the 25:138 BB:K mark he compiled in 2013, but the extra-base power he showed has evaporated. Marte's slugging average has fallen from .441 last season to .257 in the early going. His failures from the leadoff spot have become magnified because of the team's overall offensive shortcomings.
Apr 25 2014Marte is out of the lineup Friday against the Cardinals, Tom Singer of MLB.com reports.Marte, who currently leads the major leagues in strikeouts with 35, will park it Friday as Jose Tabata takes over in left. The 25-year-old is batting just .206 over his last 34 at-bats, and hasn't notched an extra-base hit since April 14. It's been a disappointing start, but Marte is coming off a brilliant 2013 campaign and his everyday job likely isn't in jeopardy.
Apr 22 2014Marte snapped a 14-game strikeout streak at the plate Monday, going 1-for-5 against the Reds.The left fielder, who struck out 25 times during the stretch, leads the major leagues with 31 strikeouts. Fantasy owners accept the K's as part of Marte's overall package, but at some point manager Clint Hurdle could move him out of the leadoff spot. That won't likely happen, however, until prospect Gregory Polanco arrives in Pittsburgh. Marte holds a .259/.337/.353 line in 85 at-bats.
Apr 17 2014Marte went 2-for-4 with a walk, three runs scored and pair of steals in Thursday's win over Milwaukee. He also struck out once.Marte is a dangerous hitter atop Pittsburgh's lineup, but he continues to strike out at an alarming rate, with 25 Ks in just 64 at-bats. If Marte could improve upon that strikeout rate just a little, it would obviously make him more of an effective player, both in real terms and from a fantasy perspective.
Apr 17 2014Marte is back in the leadoff spot Thursday against Yovani Gallardo and the Brewers.The Pirates wanted to give Marte Wednesday off, but he came in to replace an injured Jose Tabata. Marte has three hits, including two doubles, in 14 career at-bats against Gallardo. He's struck out 18 times in his last 10 games.
Apr 16 2014Marte is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds, according to the Reds' Jamie Ramsey.Manager Clint Hurdle picked Wednesday for Marte's first day off of the season with the Pirates playing an early afternoon game and facing tough right-hander Johnny Cueto. Jose Tabata will get the start in left field in Marte's place.
Apr 15 2014Marte went hitless in four at-bats with three strikeouts Tuesday.He made a shoe-string, back-handed catch to keep Pittsburgh in the game, but his plate discipline has fallen off. The lead-off hitting Marte has struck out 10 times without a walk the past five games.
Apr 8 2014Marte has five walks in seven games after totaling 25 in 135 games in 2013.While he's never going to be a bastion of plate discipline, any improvements could lead to increases in runs scored and stolen bases. Marte holds a 5:9 BB:K ratio after compiling a 2:19 mark in the early going a year ago.
Apr 8 2014Marte went 1-for-3 with three runs, a double and two walks Tuesday against the Cubs.He also recorded his first two steals of the season, which was his most valuable asset in 2013. Despite coming into action Tuesday without a stolen base, Marte had been having a great year at the plate. His slash line now sits at an excellent .310/.429/.448.
Apr 5 2014Marte reached base four times Friday, going 3-for-4 with a walk.He benefited from the wind, turning a high fly ball into a three-base hit off PNC Park's center-field wall. Surprisingly, Marte still has yet to attempt a stolen base but that figures to change shortly. Marte shifted from left field to center in the ninth inning, possibly adding versatility eligibility in some fantasy leagues.
Mar 31 2014Marte doubled off the right-center field warning track Monday, going 1-for-3 against the Cubs.He also took a walk, a rare occurrence for a batter who featured a 25:138 BB:K ratio in 2013. Marte looks to build off last season, when he hit 12 homers and stole 41 bases despite missing significant time in August and September.
Mar 26 2014Marte agreed to a six-year, $31 million contract with the Pirates on Wednesday, FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports.Marte's contract will cover his final four years of team control, his first two free agent years, and also includes two team options at the end of the deal. Marte has just over a year of big league experience, but the Pirates are confident that he will be a long-term asset after watching him post a .784 OPS and steal 41 bases in his first full big league season a year ago. Marte will be the Pirates' primary left fielder this season and well into the future.
Mar 24 2014Marte hit his first Grapefruit League home run Sunday and is batting .282 with three stolen bases and a 0:8 BB:K ratio.The long ball was good to see from the Pirates' leadoff man, as he hasn't shown much power since last August. Marte will likely always struggle with plate discipline, but he's successfully worked around the weakness his entire career. Look for the left fielder to once again combine some power with speed on the basepaths in 2014.
Mar 22 2014The Pirates are attempting to sign Marte to a multi-year contract, but the outfielder has already turned down two offers, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.Marte will not be arbitration eligible until 2016 and can't become a free agent until 2019. Pittsburgh signed Marte as an amateur free agent in 2007 for $85K and he's made the major-league minimum in his first two seasons.
Mar 12 2014Marte is batting .217 in 23 at-bats with five singles and a double in Grapefruit League action.We're looking for a little power from Marte after he suffered a finger injury last August, and it's a little alarming he hasn't collected more extra-base hits. Spring stats are meaningless, but we'll keep checking in on Marte's return to power.
Mar 3 2014After going 0-for-9, Marte stroked his first two hits of the spring Monday against Boston.It was encouraging to see Marte adjust against a right-handed pitcher's breaking ball and do enough with it to leg out an infield hit. He hit just .254 with an 18:114 BB:K ratio versus righties in 2013 and struggled with breaking balls. The left fielder continues to wear a protective mitt on the basepaths in what manager Clint Hurdle calls a "precautionary measure." A finger injury in August sapped Marte of his power, so it will be interesting to see if he can drive the ball in Grapefruit League action.
Dec 16 2013Marte is expected to bat leadoff for the Bucs again in 2014, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Pirates GM Neal Huntington said that Marte will remain atop the lineup until a better option presents itself. Marte stole 41 bases and hit .280/.343/.441 in 510 at-bats last year. He'll work to improve upon a 138:25 K:BB ratio.
Oct 4 2013Marte went 1-for-3 with his first postseason homer Friday in St. Louis.He has two extra-base hits in his last three games, an excellent sign that he's regaining the power a hand injury sapped him of for most of September. In addition to his 41 stolen bases, the late power is re-establishing his fantasy value heading into 2014.
Sep 29 2013Marte is not in the lineup Sunday against the Reds, Tom Singer of MLB.com reports.Marte went just 1-for-9 in the first two games of this weekend's series against Cincinnati, but he made an incredible diving catch in Saturday's win, as the team locked up home field advantage for Tuesday's wild card play-in game. He just rattled off four straight starts, after missing close to a month with a hand injury. Look for Marte to be atop the order Tuesday for the Pirates' biggest game in more than 20 years.
Sep 26 2013Marte went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases Wednesday against the Cubs.He has five hits in his last 10 at-bats (including a homer) and is beginning to resemble the solid leadoff hitter he was for the first few months of 2013. Marte now ranks third in the NL with 40 steals despite missing more than 30 starts.
Sep 25 2013Marte is in the lineup Wednesday for the second straight day.Marte played off the bench for most of September while dealing with a hand injury, but the fact he has started two days in a row is a good sign that he is and will be healthy entering the postseason.
Sep 24 2013Marte (hand) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs.A hand injury has limited Marte to all of two starts since Aug. 19, but the 24-year-old will return to the lineup to take on left-hander Chris Rusin on Tuesday. While Marte figures to remain somewhat limited over the final few games, he apparently earned manager Clint Hurdle's trust with a pinch-hit homer in the eighth inning of Monday's game.
Sep 23 2013Coming off the bench due to a hand issue, Marte launched a home run in the eighth inning to give the Pirates a 2-1 victory over the Cubs.Marte came in for defense in the eighth, then hit his 12th home run of the season in the bottom of the inning. The Pirates' young outfielder is enjoying a very strong season, hitting .280 with 80 runs scored and 37 stolen bases.
Sep 23 2013Marte (hand) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs.The Pirates continue to take the cautious route with Marte because his hand is still not 100 percent, so he will open on the bench again Monday. Jose Tabata will benefit from Marte's absence once again as he starts in left field for the 18th time in 22 games.
Sep 22 2013Marte (hand/personal) remains out of the lineup Sunday against the Reds, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte made a couple of starts earlier in the week, but it seems manager Clint Hurdle is just not comfortable with where the 24-year-old's at with his hand to consider him for the lineup. Chances are, Marte will remain limited to bench duty over the remainder of the regular season.
Sep 21 2013Marte (hand/personal) is not in the lineup Saturday against the Reds.It seems Marte is back with the team after leaving for the birth of his child Thursday, but the hand injury is still presenting issues for him when he bats, keeping him out of the lineup for the third straight game. Marte figures to receive inconsistent at-bats the rest of the way, making it difficult to justify starting him in most weekly formats in the season's final week.
Sep 20 2013Marte is out of Pittsburgh's lineup for the second straight game Friday.Marte has one hit in seven at-bats since returning to the lineup, and that lone hit was a push bunt. He's operating at less than 100 percent at the plate and probably would've gone out on a rehab assignment if the minor league season had not ended. It might be best to take a wait-and-see attitude with Marte for the rest of the regular season.
Sep 19 2013Marte is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Fantasy owners who are concerned that Marte re-injured his hand can rest easy; he is simply getting the day off to be with his wife, who is scheduled to give birth to the couple's new child Thursday morning. With the Pirates playing at home this weekend, it's conceivable Marte may not miss more than the lone game. Jose Tabata will get the start in his place Thursday afternoon.
Sep 17 2013Marte (hand) was back in the lineup and went 1-for-3 Tuesday against the Padres.This was Marte's first game back in the starting lineup since Aug. 18 when he suffered a contusion to his right index finger. The Pirates have a lot on the line over the final two weeks, so expect Marte to be in the lineup unless he experiences a setback.
Sep 17 2013Marte (hand) is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres.Marte will be back in the starting lineup for the first time since August 18. With a favorable matchup against a left-hander in Eric Stults, he should be a boost at the top of the order for the Pirates. He could be eased back into action, but it is great timing for the Pirates that he is able to contribute again at the plate.
Sep 16 2013Marte (hand) is out of the Pirates' lineup Monday versus the Padres.While there is a possibility that his healing finger will be healthy enough for him to start early this week, Marte still braces himself when taking swings, which doesn't inspire confidence that he'll find success when he eventually enters the batter's box. For now, he'll seemingly act as a pinch runner, a function that he's been available to perform each of the past seven games.
Sep 15 2013Marte (hand) could return to the lineup within the next couple days, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte says his hand feels "much better" when he swings. In actuality, it appears he grimaces on nearly every practice swing, but manager Clint Hurdle said that Marte will have to either play through the pain or wait until 2014 to get back in the lineup. Most likely, Marte will return to action at less than 100 percent. How well he's able to swing the bat remains as a major question, however.
Sep 14 2013Marte (hand) remains out of the lineup Saturday against the Cubs.Marte has been available only as a pinch-runner since his activation last weekend, but a return to the lineup doesn't seem to be too far off. The 24-year-old took full swings in a simulated game Thursday, a step which manager Clint Hurdle described as the "last piece" in Marte's recovery.
Sep 13 2013Marte (hand) remains out of the lineup Friday against the Cubs, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.On Thursday, Marte took full swings in a simulated game, and manager Clint Hurdle described the workout as the "last piece" in Marte's recovery. Despite the progress, Marte remains out of the lineup, but perhaps he'll be able to return after a couple of additional batting practice sessions.
Sep 12 2013Marte (hand) took full swings in a simulated game Thursday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte will be out of the lineup for his sixth straight game Thursday since being activated from the DL, but manager Clint Hurdle noted that his participation in the simulated game was the "last piece" in his recovery from the injury. Expect to see him back as the starter in left field at some point during the weekend series with the Cubs.
Sep 11 2013Marte (hand) saw his first action as a defensive replacement in left field Wednesday, but did not bat against the Rangers.He had his injured finger wrapped but didn't wear the oversized mitten he used in his first two appearances as a pinch-runner. Marte was able to throw the ball without difficulty, but it remains to be seen when he can step back into the batter's box.
Sep 11 2013Marte (hand) remains out of the lineup Wednesday, according to MLB.com's Tom Singer.Marte was able to pinch-run Tuesday for the second straight night, but he is still not ready to return to the starting lineup. Jose Tabata will make another start in Marte's place Wednesday.
Sep 10 2013Marte (hand) pinch-ran for the second straight night Tuesday and stole his 37th base.He didn't take the field, however, with Felix Pie entering the game as a defensive replacement in left field. Marte still has an outside chance to lead the NL in stolen bases -- he trails Milwaukee's Jean Segura by three bags.
Sep 10 2013Marte (finger) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rangers.Marte was able to pinch run in Monday's game -- his first action since Aug. 18 -- but he is still not healthy enough to play a full nine innings. Expect him to continue working in a situational role until his hand is back at 100 percent.
Sep 9 2013Marte (hand) entered Monday's game as a pinch-runner in the ninth inning of Pittsburgh's 1-0 victory.He wore a protective device over his right hand that resembled an oven mitt. Marte attempted a steal of second base but Marlon Byrd swung through a pitch for the third out of the ninth inning.
Sep 9 2013Marte (finger) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers.Marte has not fully recovered from his finger injury despite being activated from the disabled list last week, so though he is on the active roster, it seems unlikely that he will return to the lineup until he is back at 100 percent. Jose Tabata will handle the left-field duties for the Pirates on Monday.
Sep 8 2013Marte (hand) figures to pinch run and serve as a late-inning defensive replacement in the short run, Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Sunday.Speaking on his radio show, Huntington said the team will avoid the temptation of bringing Marte back too soon. "We've got to make sure we don't push and get the swelling back in there," Huntington noted. "It's all about the swelling, discomfort in his hand." It's doubtful Marte gives the Bucs a Billy Hamilton-like weapon off the bench, but he could steal a base or two in the coming week and score some runs.
Sep 8 2013Marte (hand) figures to pinch-run and serve as a late-innings defensive replacement in the short run, Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Sunday.Speaking on his radio show, Huntington said the team will avoid the temptation of bringing back Marte too soon. "We've got to make sure we don't push and get the swelling back in there," Huntington noted. "It's all about the swelling, discomfort in his hand." It's doubtful Marte gives the Bucs a Billy Hamilton-like weapon off the bench, but he could steal a base or two in the coming week and score some runs.
Sep 8 2013Marte (finger) remains out of the starting lineup Sunday.Despite still being limited by the finger injury, Marte was activated by the Pirates on Saturday, two weeks after landing on the DL. He'll likely be available only as a pinch-runner for the time being, but Marte did take two-handed swings off a tee Friday, so perhaps he's not too far off.
Sep 7 2013Marte was activated from the disabled list Saturday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.The report notes that Marte will likely just be used as a pinch-runner at first. His finger is still thought to be bothering him to some extent, and may prevent him from hitting and throwing the way he is normally able to. Marte could pick up the occasional stolen base, but obviously won't be a strong fantasy play until he returns to the lineup.
Sep 6 2013Marte (finger) took too-handed swings off a tee Friday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte will need more time to test out his hitting as he recovers from the hand injury, but the Pirates could go ahead and activate him soon and use him in pinch-running situations. The Pirates have been using an underwhelming committee of Jose Tabata and Andrew Lambo to get by in left field while Marte remains out of commission.
Sep 4 2013Marte (finger) remains unable to throw from long distances or swing a bat with two hands, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte has been progressing by performing other activities, but he remained unable to complete full batting activities as the team had hoped he would Wednesday. Although he could very well return before season's end, he probably won't receive enough at-bats the rest of the way to justify stashing him in leagues with limited bench spots.
Aug 28 2013Marte (finger) took some swings in the team's indoor batting cage Wednesday, according to ROOT Sports in Pittsburgh.He wasn't expected to even swing a bat for two weeks, so the news is encouraging. There was some thought that Marte would miss the rest of the regular season, but now that may not be the case.
Aug 27 2013Though he will not need surgery, Marte (finger) is two weeks away from swinging a bat, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Michael Sanserino reports.Marte is looking highly questionable to return before the end of the regular season, and at this point the Pirates might just be aiming to have him back for the playoffs, assuming they qualify. The talented young outfielder has been out of the lineup since August 19.
Aug 25 2013Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Sunday that he won't know more about a timeline for Marte's (hand) return until the swelling from his bruise subsides.Not only is Marte is dealing with a contusion, but he's also suffering from ligament damage. Huntington said that although the outfielder is having trouble holding the bat due to swelling and pain, the injury is to Marte's top hand (which the general manager feels is good news). Marte will meet with team doctors in Pittsburgh in the coming week. Right now no one knows how much time Marte might miss.
Aug 24 2013The Pirates placed Marte (sprained finger) on the disabled list Saturday.The team's leadoff hitter has already missed five days, meaning that he'll be eligible to return in just over a week. Manager Clint Hurdle did not release any information on how serious the injury might be, but since he was available off the bench to pinch-run Friday, there's a good chance he won't miss more than the minimum 15 days. A combination of Andrew Lambo, Jose Tabata, and perhaps Travis Snider will see additional playing time with Marte out.
Aug 24 2013Manager Clint Hurdle said the Pirates were in a "holding pattern" regarding the potential return of Marte (finger) to the starting lineup, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.Marte was available off the bench as a pinch-runner Friday, but he is still having trouble holding a bat. The outfielder hasn't played since Sunday, missing the team's last five contests.
Aug 23 2013Marte (finger) remains out of the lineup Friday against the Giants, Tom Singer of MLB.com reports.Despite being available off the bench Thursday, Marte remains out of the lineup Friday for a fifth consecutive day. He's expected to avoid the DL, but Marte's availability for the rest of the weekend is up in the air at this point.
Aug 22 2013Marte (finger) remains out of the lineup Thursday against the Giants, MLB.com's Tom Singer reports.Marte remains in a holding pattern in his recovery from the finger injury, as he'll remain on the bench for the fourth straight game. A DL stint could be on the horizon if the injury continues to present problems deep into the weekend.
Aug 22 2013Marte (finger) is available off the bench Thursday against the Giants and is not expected to require a stint on the disabled list, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Bill Brink reports.Marte is out of the lineup for the fourth day in a row, but the fact that he's available off the bench is obviously a good sign. That said, fantasy owners shouldn't necessarily assume that Marte is in the clear.
Aug 21 2013Marte (finger) remains out of the lineup Wednesday, MLB.com's Tom Singer reports.Marte was slated to return Tuesday but ended up being a late scratch. The Pirates recalled Felix Pie from Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday, which may indicate that the team expects Marte to be out for at least a few more games.
Aug 20 2013The Pirates have scratched Marte from the starting lineup Tuesday.Marte's injured ring finger continues to bother the outfielder. Jose Tabata will replace Marte in left field.
Aug 20 2013Marte (finger) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Padres.Marte injured his right ring finger on a slide Sunday that kept him out of Monday's game. He returns to his leadoff spot and left field Tuesday. He is riding a five-game hitting streak (8-for-25) with a home run and a triple over that stretch. Tuesday will give Pittsburgh a chance to see whether Marte's injured finger restricts his aggressive approach at the plate for the first time.
Aug 19 2013Marte (finger) is not in the lineup Monday against the Padres, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Although Marte stayed in Sunday's game after injuring his finger on a slide into third base, he'll sit Monday to rest the ailment. Jose Tabata will take over in left while Josh Harrison fills in atop the batting order.
Aug 19 2013Marte injured his right ring finger sliding into third base Sunday but stayed in the contest.Since he was able to finish out the final eight innings of the 16-inning marathon, he should be fine going forward. That said, he could probably use a game off after injuring his left hand last weekend.
Aug 17 2013Marte hit his 11th home run of the season in Saturday's loss to the Diamondbacks.The home run was Marte's first in close to a month, but despite the lack of power recently, the 24-year-old continues to swing the bat well, with a .314 average so far in August.
Aug 14 2013Marte contributed to Pittsburgh's win Wednesday, lashing a hustling two-run double to left center against the Cards.Surprisingly, Marte had just four RBI in 37 contests since June prior to Wednesday. Marte continues to produce despite a 25:121 BB:K ratio. It doesn't appear as though his fielding gaffe Tuesday affecting him negatively in any way, either.
Aug 14 2013Marte confirmed that his hand injury is no more than a contusion and not broken. "It felt like it broke my hand because it hurt bad," Marte told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. "But, after I saw the doctor, I felt much better. Now, I'm ready to go."Marte has taken some deserved criticism for dropping a routine fly ball in the ninth inning of Tuesday's loss. Still, the Pirates are a better team with Marte's name in the lineup -- as are most fantasy owners.
Aug 13 2013Marte (hand) went 0-for-4 with three Ks, a walk and a steal. He was also hit by a pitch for the 20th time this season.Marte played the whole game, so health doesn't figure to be much of a concern after he was hit by a pitch on his left hand over the weekend. The story coming out of this one will be his dropping a routine fly ball in the ninth inning that in hindsight cost the Pirates a key game against a division rival.
Aug 13 2013Marte (hand) is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.Marte took a pitch off his left hand Saturday, and will apparently return after just one game. There was some talk about the injury being serious, however, so fantasy owners may still want to keep an eye on the situation.
Aug 11 2013GM Neal Huntington said Sunday that he's hopeful Marte's injury is nothing more than a bruised hand. "The initial X-ray was no break, but now you manage symptoms," Huntington said. "If the symptoms continue to linger, was something missed on X-ray? We feel positive, but yet we're not out of the woods. Let's see how the next couple days go for Starling."Speaking on his weekly radio show, Huntington noted how Marte is a positive impact on the Pirates "with the bat, with the glove and with the legs." Marte ranks seventh in the NL with a 4.6 WAR and trails only the suspended Everth Cabrera in the stolen base race with 33 steals.
Aug 11 2013Marte (hand) is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Rockies.Fortunately, Marte suffered only a bruise as a result of being hit on the hand by a pitch Saturday, but he'll miss at least one start with the ailment. Alex Presley will man left field and lead off in Marte's absence.
Aug 10 2013Marte was diagnosed as day-to-day with a bruised left hand after leaving Saturday's game in the seventh inning, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Bill Brink reports.Marte was hit on the hand while checking his swing, and immediately exited the game. Alex Presley replaced him in left field, and along with Jose Tabata, could see more action if Marte misses time.
Aug 9 2013Marte provided Pittsburgh with one of its few bright spots Friday,going 4-for-4 to raise his season batting average to .283.Unfortunately, he was thrown out stealing second base in the first inning when the Pirates strung together four straight hits without scoring. The night would get no better in a 10-0 loss, but Marte's four-hit performance was the second of his fledgling career.
Aug 8 2013Marte went 2-for-4 with two walks, a steal and two runs in Thursday's win over the Marlins.The walks are particularly nice to see from Marte, whose BB:K (20:115 entering Thursday) has been the ugliest part of his batting line all year.
Aug 3 2013Marte is batting .348 (8-for-23) since July 29 after going through an extended slump.He had both a hit and a rare walk Saturday, stealing his 32nd base in 42 attempts. Marte is a must-start against left-handed pitching: he's raking at a .387/.439/.613 clip in 75 at-bats against southpaws.
Jul 26 2013Marte went 1-for-4 with a bunt single and his 30th stolen base against the Marlins on Friday.The hit was just his second in his last 28 at-bats. With Jose Tabata (forearm) unable to play the field, the team has had no one to start to give him a rest. Marte did make another brilliant play in left field, starting a relay play which nailed a runner at home, but he needs to re-charge his batteries at the plate.
Jul 24 2013Marte snapped an 0-for-20 slide with a ninth-inning single against the Nats on Wednesday.Marte is scrambling at the plate in an effort to get something going. He's squaring around to bunt during almost every at-bat. The Pirates would probably like to give him Thursday off, but with Jose Tabata ailing and lefty Gio Gonzalez on the mound, there's a decent chance Marte will be in the lineup once again.
Jul 22 2013Marte went 0-for-4 on Monday but was hit by a pitch for the 17th time -- second-most in the NL behind Shin-Soo Choo (20).Marte is hitless in his last 12 at-bats and is swinging at seemingly any pitch near home plate. The second-year star has swiped 28 bags and remains a must start for most fantasy owners.
Jul 9 2013Marte saw his 12-game hitting streak end Monday when he went hitless in five at-bats against Oakland.He flew out to PNC Park's left-field wall in the ninth inning, narrowly missing his 10th dinger. After breaking into the league with a 7:50 K:BB ratio in 2012, Marte has put up a 13:83 mark but is still slashing .288/.339/.458.
Jul 8 2013Marte extended his hitting streak to 12 games Sunday, belting a game-tying home run on a full count with two outs in the ninth inning.The outfielder is slashing .367/.367/.667 with three homers in 60 plate appearances over his hot stretch. With nine homers and 27 stolen bases (in 36 attempts), Marte is proving to be one of the biggest fantasy surprises of 2013.
Jul 5 2013Marte extended his hitting streak to nine games Thursday, going 2-for-4 with a pair of runs scored.He's batting .356 (16-for-45) over that span and now has an even .800 OPS for the season. Marte holds a poor 13:79 BB:K ratio but has been hit by 14 pitches. He ranks fifth in the NL in runs scored (54) and second in stolen bases (23).
Jun 29 2013Marte missed hitting for the cycle by a homer Friday night, going 3-for-5 with two runs scored and two RBI.Marte's eighth-inning flyout to deep center nearly gave the outfielder the first cycle of his young career. After seeing his batting average fall from .336 on May 11 to the mid .270s by the end of the month, he has maintained a more steady range (.277 to .291) in June. Marte failed to hustle down the line in the first inning of Friday's contest -- and was talked to by some of the club's vets -- but then showed why he's such a dynamic force the rest of the game. He has nine extra-base hits, including four triples, in his last eight contests.
Jun 25 2013Marte went 3-for-5 with two home runs and a triple in Tuesday's win over the Mariners.Marte is a phenomenal young talent with great speed (22 steals) and adequate power (8 home runs). On the season, the 24-year-old is hitting .283 with 24 RBI and 12 doubles.
Jun 20 2013Marte is 3-for-18 since returning from an oblique injury Sunday.Don't let the small sample size batting average fool you: he's been playing aggressive baseball, as his two triples indicate. For his career, Marte is 1-for-4 with a surprise -- triple -- against Thursday starter, Homer Bailey. Most importantly, the oblique injury really appears to be a thing of the past.
Jun 17 2013Marte (oblique) went 0-for-5 with two strikeouts in his return to the lineup Monday.In his first start since last Wednesday, Marte failed to record a base knock, but he did make a spectacular catch to rob Brandon Phillips of multiple bases. The most important thing is that he played all nine innings a day after playing three innings off the bench, so perhaps the oblique injury is indeed behind him.
Jun 17 2013Marte (oblique) is in the lineup for Monday's game against the Reds.Marte has not started a game since June 12, but he will return to the lineup a day after playing the final four innings in Sunday's game. As he usually does, Marte will play left field and bat leadoff Monday night.
Jun 16 2013Marte (oblique) went 0-for-2 on Sunday after entering the game as part of a sixth-inning double-switch.The fact that he played four innings in left field rather than simply pinch-hit bodes well for his availability in the coming week. Marte had missed the team's last three games prior to Sunday with a sore left oblique.
Jun 16 2013Marte (oblique) went 0-for-2 Sunday after entering the game as part of a sixth-inning double-switch.The fact that he played four innings in left field rather than simply pinch hitting bodes well for his availability in the coming week. Marte had missed the team's last three games prior to Sunday with a sore left oblique.
Jun 16 2013Marte (oblique) is not in the lineup Sunday, MLB.com Tom Singer reports.With his fourth straight absence from the lineup, Marte appears to be in serious jeopardy of landing on the disabled list. The club has been rather mum regarding his progress from the injury, but if it's preventing him from comfortably swinging, he'll require some extended rest.
Jun 15 2013Marte (oblique) could land on the DL, if he's unable to play by the end of the weekend, the Pittsburgh Tirbune reports.Marte will miss his third game in a row Saturday due to a left oblique strain. As long as he remains out, Alex Presley will cover left field and bat leadoff.
Jun 15 2013Marte missed his second straight game Friday with a strained left oblique, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The outfielder said Friday that he's not sure how much more time he will miss, but keep in mind that he went on the disabled list with a similar ailment last August.
Jun 14 2013Marte (ribs) is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Dodgers.A sore rib cage led to Marte's removal from Thursday's lineup, and while that was initially deemed a precaution, the 24-year-old will sit again Friday. Alex Presley is getting another start in left and leading off against right-hander Stephen Fife.
Jun 13 2013Marte was scratched from Thursday's lineup with a sore rib cage, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The Pirates will likely do their due diligence and give Marte an MRI if the injury lingers heading into Friday's game, but at the very least, he'll be held out Thursday as a precaution. Alex Presley replaces him in left field as well as in the leadoff spot.
Jun 13 2013Marte went 4-for-5 with four runs scored and two stolen bases Wednesday night against San Francisco.He's distanced himself from a month-long slump in the last week or so. With 20 stolen bases. Marte's on pace to eclipse his career-high in steals -- he swiped 26 bags as a minor leaguer back in 2010.
Jun 12 2013Marte hit his first homer since May 5 on Tuesday against the Giants.He also stole his third base in as many games, giving him a team-leading 18 in 2013. The outfielder stole between 20 and 26 bases in the minors from 2008 to 2012. Marte has struggled immensely over the last month but has strung together a modest three-game hitting streak.
Jun 8 2013Marte went 2-for-4 Saturday after starting the month of June in a 4-for-35 funk.While his batting slump actually pre-dates the beginning of the month, the outfielder hasn't forgotten his running game. Marte stole his sixth base in his last 15 contests Saturday afternoon.
Jun 6 2013Marte went 0-for-3 Wednesday and is batting .188/.271/.247 in his last 98 plate appearances.Marte continues to search for his leveling-out area. With only four extra-base hits (three doubles, one triple) and one RBI in his last 23 games, he's not driving the ball. The outfielder has already been hit by pitches 13 times and will have to watch those types of injuries going forward. Marte isn't in jeopardy of losing his starting job, but he needs a shot of confidence at the plate right now. He holds a .345 BABIP, a fairly high number offset by his outstanding speed.
Jun 2 2013Marte went 0-for-1 Sunday afternoon, but reached base four times on two walks and two hit by pitches.Marte stole his 15th base (and was also thrown out for the sixth time) and likely earned his way back into the starting lineup. Prior to Sunday, the outfielder was mired in a 14-for-69 slump and had walked only three times since April. It wouldn't be surprising to him maintain his numbers somewhere around his current .287 batting average or a bit lower.
Jun 1 2013Marte is out of the Pirates' lineup Saturday against the Reds, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.In his stead, Alex Presley will cover left field and bat leadoff. Meanwhile, over his last four games, Marte has just one hit (and one stolen base) in 17 at-bats, causing his slash line to fall to a still respectable .285/.345/.430 on the season.
May 30 2013Marte went 1-for-4 Wednesday but saw his batting average fall to .296, his lowest mark since April 8.Marte's 10:50 BB:K ratio nearly mirror's his 2012 numbers (8:50), so the increase in batting average from .257 last year is encouraging. Still, he's struggled in his last 70 plate appearances with a .206/.261/.286 line and appears to be guessing more than ever at the plate.
May 28 2013Marte (head) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tigers.Marte did not play Monday due to a migraine headache, but the good news for him and his fantasy owners is that his absence was limited to the lone game. Marte will play left field and bat leadoff as he usually does Tuesday night.
May 27 2013Marte was scratched from Monday's lineup after developing migraine symptoms, MLB.com's Tom Singer reports.The Pirates hope that with the day off to rest, Marte will feel better and make his return to the lineup Tuesday. Longtime Tiger Brandon Inge will join the lineup in place of Marte as the Pirates begin their interleague series at Comerica Park.
May 25 2013Marte went hitless in five at-bats Saturday and is batting .200 (10-for-50) since May 12.He has no homers and just one RBI in his last 18 games. Marte, who did steal his 12th base Saturday afternoon, has walked just three times in 124 May plate appearances, making it difficult for the young star to maintain a plus-.300 batting average.
May 21 2013Marte is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Cubs.Jose Tabata will start in left field and lead off. Marte was supposed to get Sunday off, but played center field because of Andrew McCutchen's sore knee. Marte will return to the lineup Wednesday.
May 19 2013Marte will start Sunday after the Pirates decided to shuffle their lineup. Andrew McCutchen is getting the day off.Marte was originally supposed to sit to clear his head, but the Bucs have decided to put him back in the lineup with McCutchen sitting.
May 19 2013Marte is not in the starting lineup Sunday against Houston.The day off is Marte's first since April 19, so barring another explanation from the Bucs, it sounds like he's simply resting and should be available to pinch-hit off the bench if needed. Travis Snider is sliding over to play left field Sunday, while Gaby Sanchez and Garrett Jones are both in at first base and right field, respectively.
May 13 2013Marte went 0-for-4 against Milwaukee on Monday, failing to reach base for just the second time in May.He was victimized by a stellar play at shortstop by Jean Segura to open the contest, and later hit a bullet right to the left fielder, Logan Schafer. Marte continues to provide Pittsburgh with its best production at the leadoff spot in recent years. At some point the team will likely move him down in the order, but for now he'll continue to bat at the top of the lineup card.
May 10 2013Marte registered his 15th multi-hit game Friday, going 3-for-4 against the Mets.Marte and Reds outfielder, Shin-Soo Choo, lead the NL in games with two or more hits. Marte also ranks among the league leaders in runs (27) and stolen bases (10). The second-year player boasts a career .303 batting average in the minors, so while his current .333 mark might be unsustainable (with a .400 BABIP coming into Friday), it's reasonable to think he could level off in the .275 range.
May 4 2013Marte went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and a stolen base in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Nationals.Marte continues to swing a hot bat, with three homers and seven RBI in his last four games. His stolen base Saturday was his 10th of the year, which tied him with Juan Pierre for the National League lead.
May 3 2013Marte was 2-for-4 with a run scored and a pair of stolen bases in the Pirates win over Washington Friday night.He's now hitting a robust .328 with a .391 OBP, and he is near the top of the league's leader board in runs scored (22) and stolen bases (9). At least so far, he is more than living up to his advance billing.
May 1 2013Marte went 1-for-5 with a game-tying, two-run homer in Wednesday's comeback win over the Brewers.Marte, who has homered in back-to-back games, ranks among the NL leaders in runs scored with 21. His seven stolen bases are also near the top as the second-year player has greatly exceeded expectations through the first month of 2013.
May 1 2013Marte is spurring the Pirates in the early going this season, leading MLB with a .636 average in the first inning, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. His past nine games have been nearly perfect, as he is 6-for-7 with two free passes during that span.Marte's strong April was punctuated Friday by a 3-for-5 performance, which included a first-inning double and a two-out, three-run shot in the sixth, which gave the Pirates a brief lead. After failing to get on base in just two of 26 games so far this season, he is clearly a must-start on a daily basis at the moment.
Apr 27 2013Marte was hit by Lance Lynn fastballs on two separate occasions Friday, but stayed in the game to go 1-for-3 with a stolen base.Marte nearly pulled off some sort of retribution, flying out to the center field wall after his plunkings. Fortunately for fantasy owners, Marte was uninjured. He's off to a fine start, posting a .322/.390/.456 line with six stolen bases.
Apr 24 2013Marte went 2-for-4 with a triple and two stolen bases Wednesday against the Phillies.The left fielder entered the game with an OPS of .843 as the team's leadoff hitter. His triple was more of a gift on a questionable play by second baseman Chase Utley, but there's no denying Marte is off to a fine start. A 4:22 BB:K ratio has yet to slow him down.
Apr 19 2013Marte is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Braves.After whiffing in all five plate appearances Thursday, Marte will be given a day to rest and get his head together. Jose Tabata will step into left field and lead off against right-hander Tim Hudson.
Apr 18 2013Marte went 0-for-5 with five strikeouts Thursday against Atlanta.Marte is still batting .333, but a 2:19 BB:K ratio could haunt him as pitchers make adjustments. Thursday snapped a 10-game hitting streak for the second-year left fielder.
Apr 15 2013Marte continued his hot start Monday, going 3-for-5 with a run and an RBI.Marte is now hitting .370 this season with two steals, 10 runs scored, and eight RBI. The 24-year-old outfielder is poised to have a big season after hitting .257 and stealing 12 bases in 47 games last year.
Apr 14 2013Marte launched a towering two-run homer Sunday, going 2-for-5 against the Reds.He made a gaffe in left field, but for the most part his defense has been above average this season. Marte is now batting .344 (17-for-49) with one homer, seven RBI and two stolen bases.
Apr 13 2013Marte went 2-for-4 with his second stole base of the year Friday night.It sounds like a broken record, but Marte registered a pair of hits for the sixth straight game. He's 6-for-9 leading off games. The outfielder has already struck out nine times in 10 games, an area he'll continue to struggle with all season long.
Apr 10 2013Marte registered his fifth straight two-hit game Wednesday, going 2-for-4 with a double against Arizona.The leadoff hitter has been one of the few bright spots on offense for Pittsburgh. Marte is a career .300 minor-league hitter and averaged more than 20 stolen bases per season. It will be interesting to see how well he fares when pitchers make adjustments against him: Marte struck out four times as often as he walked in the minor leagues.
Apr 8 2013Marte registered his third straight multi-hit game Monday, going 2-for-4 with a triple and a walk.The walk is always a good sign for the free-swinging Marte. He used his speed for an aggressive triple against Arizona but has yet to steal a base.
Apr 7 2013Marte went 2-for-4 on Sunday and has four of Pittsburgh's six hits in the team's last two games.He also threw out a runner (Adrian Gonzalez) trying to stretch a single into a double and made a fine, running grab up against the left field wall. His .261 batting average (6-for-23) leads all Pittsburgh batters, as the team has struggled mightily on offense.
Apr 3 2013Marte went 1-for-4 with an RBI and was caught stealing in Wednesday's win over the Cubs.He's been penciled into the leadoff role for the Pirates to begin the season, which will require improvement in his plate discipline if Marte is going to keep the role all year. Provided that he keeps the starting job in left field, Marte has the speed to steal 30-plus bases this season atop the Pirates' lineup.
Mar 10 2013Marte is batting .421 with a pair of triples and three stolen bases thus far in spring training.He's shown glimpses of selectivity at the plate, something the team is looking for from its leadoff or No. 2 batter. Marte stole 12 bases in 17 attempts as a rookie for Pittsburgh in 2012. Unless stolen base percentage is a category -- the left fielder swiped bases in the minors at only a 72 percent rate -- then he should help fantasy owners in that area as well.
Feb 22 2013The Pirates are looking for Marte to build off a successful winter league showing and serve as the team's leadoff hitter, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.The left fielder's spot is his to lose. Marte, who hit a homer Friday in his first spring action, had a low .300 OBP as a rookie and struggled to a 8:50 B:K ratio. That said, the Pirates have few alternatives and Marte's blend of power (5 homers in 167 at-bats) and speed (12 steals in 17 tries), gives him plenty of speculative fantasy value. "I need to focus on playing hard and keep doing what I've been doing," Marte said. "Things are just going to get easier, and I just got to keep learning the game."
Feb 2 2013Marte was named the MVP of the Dominican Republic Winter League Championship Series, hitting .524 (11-for-21) in a five-game sweep, John Perrotto of the Herald Standard reports.Marte batted .304 with two homers, 20 RBI and eight stolen bases in 29 regular-season winter games. He's expected to serve as Pittsburgh's starting left fielder in 2013.
Dec 4 2012GM Neal Huntington said that Marte will start in left field for the Bucs in 2013, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.Marte will have to improve upon an 8:50 BB:K ratio. In 47 games with Pittsburgh, he hit .257/.300/.437 with five homers and 12 stolen bases. Marte also legged out six triples, an indication of the speed he offers.
Oct 3 2012Marte went 3-for-5 with two runs scored, a double, and two stolen bases during Pittsburgh's 5-1 win Tuesday over Atlanta.Marte has flashed his potential the last two games, going 5-for-9 with four runs, a double, a triple, a homer, an RBI, and two steals. If he can continue this success in spring training, he may find himself in the starting lineup when Opening Day 2013 arrives.
Oct 2 2012Marte will hit leadoff for the Bucs on Tuesday, the Pirates' Twitter feed reports.When Marte tripled and homered Monday, they were his first two extra-base hits since September 17. The rookie probably could have turned his triple into an inside-the-park homer if he hadn't slowed down coming around second base. He's learning at the major league level, but the signs of future stardom are there.
Oct 1 2012Marte went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, two runs scored and a triple Monday against the Braves.Marte hit his first home run in September and recorded his first RBI since September 20th. Although he has had some struggles since being called up, he has shown plenty of potential and could be a valuable fantasy option next season.
Sep 26 2012Marte will hit leadoff and play left field Wednesday night in New York, the Pirates' Twitter feed reports.Marte has five hits in his last 12 at-bats and is batting better on the road (.295) than at home (.206) -- though the sample size is only 146 at-bats.
Sep 21 2012Marte will bat leadoff and play in left field Friday night.He had pair of hits and two stolen bases Thursday, giving him nine steals. Marte is one Pirates hitter not struggling lately, going 8-for-26 with three triples and four stolen bases in his last six starts.
Sep 17 2012Marte tripled in his third straight game Monday, finishing the night 1-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored.Marte has been on a tear of late, collecting seven hits in his last 18 at bats, four of which went for extra bases. During that same span, he's stolen two bases, knocked in four runs, and scored four more.
Sep 15 2012Marte went 2-for-3 with two runs scored an an RBI in Saturday's win over the Cubs.Marte set the offense in motion for the Pirates, reaching on a hit by pitch and scoring the game's first run on Garrett Jones' sacrifice fly. The two-hit day raised the young outfielder's batting average to .243 on the season.
Sep 14 2012Marte went 1-for-4 with his fifth stolen base Friday against the Cubs.Marte was robbed of a second hit on a grounder hit in the hole at short which was ruled an error. He was also picked off of first base. The overall effort will likely earn Marte additional playing time after a 1-for-14 start since coming off the DL.
Sep 14 2012Marte is listed in the starting lineup Friday, batting second while playing left field, according to the Pirates' Twitter feed.He has one hit in 13 at-bats since coming back from an oblique injury. Unless he picks up his pace, the outfielder will likely continue platooning for the rest of 2012.
Sep 10 2012Marte went 0-for-4 Sunday and is hitless in nine at-bats since returning from an oblique injury.He hasn't provided the spark Pittsburgh's needed. There's a chance he could lose his everyday playing status if he doesn't begin hitting and soon.
Sep 8 2012Marte returned to action Friday, going 0-for-2 with a sacrifice fly and a walk.His performance was downright embarrassing, with the rookie outfielder making two of an historic seven team errors against the Cubs. Marte will likely be in the lineup Saturday, but it wouldn't be surprising to see manager Clint Hurdle sit him after a disappointing showing Friday.
Sep 7 2012Marte (oblique) will bat second and play left field Friday after being activated from the 15-day DL, the Pirates' Twitter Feed reports.Marte went 2-for-12 during a quick, three-game rehab stint, including a 1-for-4 night with three runs scored Thursday for Triple-A Indy. The Pirates will welcome his speed and power combination back into the lineup as well as his defensive prowess.
Sep 6 2012Marte (oblique) went 1-for-3 with an infield single for Triple-A Indy on Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Marte also played center field, another sign that his return to the outfield isn't far off. "We've run a couple different men out to left field, and Marte was cutting his teeth at the major league level, but he also was showing you the things you want to see." It sounds as though Marte will see fairly regular playing time once he gets back, something of which could happen by the beginning of the week.
Sep 5 2012Marte (oblique) began his rehab Tuesday with an 0-for-5 performance for the State College Spikes.He started his stint a day early after impressing manager Clint Hurdle with his ability to run without difficulty Monday. Marte will continue working himself back into playing shape with Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday. A strong showing over the next couple days could rush his activation as the Pirates are down one healthy outfielder in Travis Snider (hamstring) and a couple of others are struggling (Alex Presley) or not doing anything particularly well (Jose Tabata).
Sep 2 2012Marte (oblique) is on track to begin a rehab assignment Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte is eligible to be activated from the disabled list Monday, but with him not taking part in game action until Wednesday, it's likely that he is still around a week away from returning to the big club.
Sep 1 2012Marte (oblique) took some swings on the field during Friday's team workout, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.The team hasn't said whether Marte will be ready to come off the DL when he's eligible Monday. With an oblique injury, it wouldn't be surprising if the Bucs gave the rookie outfielder a couple extra days to make sure he's totally healthy.
Aug 23 2012It's possible Marte (oblique) may not see everyday duty whenever he returns from the disabled list.No one from the Pirates has said anything to this effect, but Jose Tabata has re-energized his game in Marte's stead. Much can happen between now and Sept. 3, when Marte is eligible to come off the DL, but Tabata has worked himself back into the outfield picture with hustle and a .286 batting average thus far. At the very least, it's a potential factor worth consideration.
Aug 22 2012Marte (oblique) will be re-evaluated Friday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Doctors will determine whether Marte's ready to resume any type of physical activity. The 23-year-old outfielder, who hit a homer on the first pitch he saw in the majors, has posted a .253/.287/.421 line with four homers, 10 RBI and four steals since his promotion.
Aug 19 2012Marte (oblique) has been placed on the 15-day DL, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.Marte was forced to leave Saturday's game with a right oblique strain and did not return. Jose Tabata will assume most of the starts in left field while Marte is on the shelf.
Aug 18 2012Marte left Saturday's game with discomfort in his right side, according to the Pirates' twitter feed.Marte beat out a bunt single early in Saturday's game, but remained active at the time. Yamaico Navarro replaced him in the lineup.
Aug 11 2012Marte went 2-for-5 with his third stolen base Friday.He's got four homers, 10 RBI and three steals in just 15 games as he continues to produce for fantasy owners. Marte narrowly missed his fifth homer Friday with an opposite field shot to the wall in right-center.
Aug 9 2012Marte went 2-for-4 with a triple and RBI in Thursday's loss to Arizona.Marte has performed well over his last five games, going 8-for-19 with two homers and five RBI.
Aug 9 2012Marte hit his fourth homer in 13 start Wednesday against Arizona.A troublesome 2:14 BB:K ratio throws up a red light, but Marte has put up strong numbers despite poor BB:K ratios in the minors. He's been electric in his two-week stay with Pittsburgh thus far.
Aug 8 2012Marte hit a monster homer Tuesday and hasn't looked back since smacking a two-run triple in Cincinnati on Sunday.For the first time, the left fielder looked comfortable at the plate Sunday. Since then he's gone 5-for-11 with a triple and homer. He also made one of Pittsburgh's best throws by an outfielder Monday to nail Arizona's Paul Goldschmidt at second base. The Pirates sent Alex Presley to the minors Wednesday, an indication that the team's confidence in Marte continues to grow.
Aug 4 2012Marte will not start against the Reds on Saturday, the Pirates' Twitter Feed reports.Marte has supplied some power and speed atop Pittsburgh's lineup, but a 216 OBP and a 0:9 BB:K ratio in his first eight games belies the team's miscasting him as a leadoff bat. He's got two homers, two steals and a .222/.216/.389 slash line in 36 at-bats.
Aug 1 2012Marte went 1-for-5 with his second homer Wednesday against the Cubs.He's batted leadoff in each of his seven starts. Marte has struck out eight times and has yet to draw a walk, but the Pirates have little in the way of options at the top of the order. At some point the Bucs will move him down in the lineup, but his spot as an everyday player looks safe for the time being.
Jul 29 2012Marte went 2-for-5 with his first stolen base Sunday against the Astros.His immediate playing time will likely be determined by what the Pirates do at the trade deadline, but there's no denying he's got a chance to stick in the majors for a long time.
Jul 29 2012Marte will leadoff and make his debut in center field Sunday in Houston, the team's official twitter feed reports.Marte is hitless in his last two games (0-for-9) since homering in his debut. As advertised, he's shown power, speed and a lack of plate discipline in his brief major league trial.
Jul 27 2012Marte went hitless in four at-bats Friday, striking out two times.Despite the weak followup game to his impressive debut, Marte came through with a ninth-inning sacrifice fly that turned out to be the difference in a 6-5 win.
Jul 26 2012Marte had a memorable major league debut Thursday, going 2-for-4 with a solo home run.Marte took Astros starter Dallas Keuchel deep on the first major league pitch he saw Thursday night. He's expected to see regular playing time, and should be considered an attractive option, especially because he hit leadoff Thursday.
Jul 26 2012Marte is starting in left field and batting leadoff Thursday, the Pirates' Official Twitter reports.Marte's first major league appearance presets a favorable matchup in pitcher-friendly Minute Maid Park with the inexperienced Dallas Keuchel on the mound for Houston. The Pirates want to give Marte regular playing time, so he should be a regular in the lineup for the time being.
Jul 25 2012Marte will likely get a run as an every-day player when he joins the Bucs in Houston on Thursday.Pirates GM Neal Huntington has repeated stated that whenever Marte makes the big leagues he'll see steady playing time. The outfielder will likely play right field, though left fielder Alex Presley hasn't set the world on fire in recent weeks. Since the Pirates are in the middle of a pennant race, Marte's leash won't be as long as it would be if the Bucs were bottom feeders. He'll need a strong start to stay in the lineup. That said, he offers an intriguing combination of power and speed.
Jul 25 2012Marte will be called up by the Pirates on Thursday, Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.The 23-year-old outfielder will join the Pirates in Houston. At Triple-A Indianapolis this season, Marte has hit .286 with 12 homers, 61 RBI and 21 steals over 384 at-bats. If Marte can succeed at the major league level, his arrival could be a significant boost for the Pirates as they make their push in the second half.
Mar 18 2012The Pirates assigned Marte to Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite tearing the cover off the ball at a .529 pace in Grapefruit League action, this move was inevitable. Marte has never played above Double-A. He led the Eastern League with a .332 batting average in 2011 but put up a 22:100 BB:K ratio. The speedy fielder came to camp with an impeccable defensive reputation but was surprisingly mediocre in the outfield.
Mar 16 2012Despite a red-hot spring training, Marte will not break camp with the Bucs, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Clint Hurdle reiterated his Triple-A stance regarding Marte on Friday. 93We92re not going to change our minds,94 manager Clint Hurdle said. 93We want the total package when he arrives.94 Marte had two more hits Friday -- including a dinger off Cliff Lee -- and is batting .500 (12-for-24) in Grapefruit League action.
Mar 8 2012Marte went 2-for-2 including a homer Wednesday, giving him seven consecutive hits in Grapefruit League action. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's only spring training and Marte will open in the minors, but the outfielder is opening eyes and serving notice that a major league debut is right around the corner -- provided he maintains consistency and improves his plate discipline at Triple-A Indianapolis.
Nov 19 2011Pittsburgh added Marte to its 40-man roster Friday, the Pirates' Web site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Marte hit .332/.370/.500 in 536 Double-A at-bats in 2011. The 23-year-old center fielder currently ranks as the Pirates' top positional prospect in the high minors. He suffered a groin injury playing winter ball but is expected to be 100 percent in the spring. Marte stole 24 bases (in 36 attempts) for Altoona, but struggled to a 22:100 BB:K ratio.