Wed Apr 02 01:20:00 UTC 2025: **Diamondbacks Near $100 Million Extension with Star Second Baseman Ketel Marte**

**PHOENIX, AZ -** The Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly on the verge of signing star second baseman Ketel Marte to a contract extension worth over $100 million, according to Newsweek contributor Drew VonScio. While MLB insider Mike Rodriguez confirms that a deal hasn’t been finalized, sources indicate the two sides are in advanced negotiations.

Marte, a two-time All-Star, is off to a hot start this season, batting .333. Last year, he posted a .292/.372/.560 slash line in 136 games and has contributed over 10 WAR in his last two full seasons. The 31-year-old infielder currently has three years remaining on his contract, plus a club option for 2028. This extension would significantly increase his annual salary.

The substantial investment signals the Diamondbacks’ confidence in their contention window. After falling just short of the World Series in 2023, and missing the playoffs in 2024, the team appears committed to challenging the Los Angeles Dodgers for the NL West title. Marte joins Corbin Carroll, Josh Naylor, and Corbin Burnes as key pieces of Arizona’s core. He’s the fourth Diamondback to recently receive a contract extension, following Geraldo Perdomo (four years), and Justin Martinez and Brandon Pfaadt (five years each). All four players are expected to play significant roles for the team.

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