Starling Marte

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Mets Shut Starling Marte Down For The Season

Starling Marte has officially been shut down for the season, Mets manager Buck Showalter announced to reporters (including Anthony DiComo of MLB.com). The outfielder has been on the injured list with a groin strain since early August. Up until this point, Marte was holding out hope he could return before the end of the year. However,…

Sep 27 · MLB Trade Rumors Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Won't Play Again This Year

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (groin) will not play again in the final week of the 2023 regular season, according to manager Buck Showalter. Marte was hoping to get in some game action in the final week, but this decision shouldn't come as a surprise at all based on the fact that Marte last played in a game back on Aug. 5. With the Mets out of playoff contention, it just didn't make sense for them to risk the 34-year-old suffering another setback with his groin. It was a disappointing year overall for the two-time All-Star, as he'll finish with a .248/.301/.324 slash line with just five home runs, seven doubles, a triple, 28 RBI, 24 stolen bases and 38 runs scored in 86 games in his second year in Queens.

Sep 27 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte To Begin Rehab Assignment On Thursday

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (groin) is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Single-A St. Lucie on Thursday. The veteran outfielder has been sidelined since early August due to a groin issue. It was uncertain if Marte was going to play again this season, but it appears he will. The team is hopeful that Marte will be able to return in time for the final homestand of the season. The assumption is that Marte will progress to playing in Triple-A by the weekend before rejoining the Mets' roster by early next week.

Sep 20 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Unsure If He'll Return This Year

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte's (groin) optimism for a quick return has waned over the last two weeks after a second opinion on his right-groin strain. "We don't know yet," Marte said when asked if he will play in September. "It could be. It could not be. We're just trying to go through the proper procedures and the proper methods and the proper training to be able to get to that point. But right now, it's too early to tell." He received a second injection on the right side of his groin earlier this week. But in general, Marte hasn't felt healthy all year. The 34-year-old had surgery on both sides of his groin last offseason, and he's said on multiple occasions that the pain in his groin has lingered. There's a chance he'll need another offseason surgery on his groin. The fact that Marte has even stolen 24 bases this season for fantasy managers is impressive, but he's done very little else in 315 at-bats for the Mets.

Aug 25 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Might Not Return This Year

The New York Mets haven't offered a timeline on outfielder Starling Marte (groin), and it's reasonable to wonder if he'll make it back this year after being placed on the injured list with a right-groin strain. The Mets believe his groin strain might be connected to his offseason surgeries on his groin. Marte has deflected talk about his health all year, but at this point, the team is hoping that his groin issues explain his plummeting production. The 34-year-old veteran outfielder has been useful for his 24 stolen bases in 2023, but otherwise he hasn't looked like himself. In 315 at-bats, he's slashing .248/.301/.324 with only five home runs, 28 RBI and 38 runs scored. Fantasy managers need to prepare for the possibility that Marte won't play again this season, especially with the Mets well out of playoff contention.

Aug 14 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Receives Injection

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (groin) received an injection in his right groin on Tuesday, according to the team. Marte will be cleared for "light activity in the next few days." The 34-year-old is limping to the finish line in 2023 and was also recently on the injured list due to migraine headaches. The Mets put him on the IL again on Monday with a right-groin strain, and fantasy managers shouldn't expect New York to rush him back into action while they are out of contention. Aside from some speed (24 stolen bases), the veteran Dominican outfielder has mostly been a disappointment for fantasy managers in 2023. He's batting .248 (78-for-315) with only five home runs, 28 RBI and 38 runs scored.

Aug 8 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Goes Back On Injured List

The New York Mets placed outfielder Starling Marte (groin) on the 10-day injured list with a right-groin strain on Monday and recalled infielder Jonathan Arauz and outfielder Abraham Almonte from the minors in corresponding moves. Marte had just returned from the injured list on Friday from a bout with migraines, but he finds himself right back on the shelf after tweaking his groin and going 0-for-8 in two games against the Baltimore Orioles over the weekend. It's bad news for the 34-year-old veteran, especially since he had offseason surgery to fix both sides of his groin. Fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if he doesn't return until September. Aside from the stolen-base department (24 swipes), Marte has been a disappointment in 2023.

Aug 7 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Activated And Starting Friday

The New York Mets activated outfielder Starling Marte (head) from the injured list on Friday, and he's back in the starting lineup. Marte is starting in right field and batting sixth against Baltimore Orioles right-hander Dean Kremer. Marte landed on the injured list on July 20 due to recurring migraines, but he's past the headaches now and is back in New York's lineup for a weekend series against the first-place O's. The 34-year-old veteran outfielder hasn't been a great source for counting stats in 2023 besides his 24 stolen bases in 307 at-bats. Otherwise, he's slashing a pedestrian .254/.308/.332 with five home runs, 28 RBI and 38 runs scored for the Mets. As long as he stays healthy, he should play most days in right field for New York.

Aug 4 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Could Return Friday

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) traveled with the club on their current road trip, and there's a good chance he'll return to action on Friday, according to MLB.com. The 34-year-old has been on the shelf since the middle of July due to migraines, but he's recently been working out and taking batting practice. Over 84 games this season, Marte's slashing just .254/.308/.332 with five home runs, 38 runs, and 28 RBI, but he's swiped 24 bases. Fantasy managers in need of speed can place the veteran in their starting lineups when he's officially back.

Aug 3 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Could Return Wednesday

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) is taking full batting practice in Kansas City on Tuesday. His return is imminent, but his activation from the injured list won't happen on Tuesday, according to manager Buck Showalter. Marte is likely to return to the Mets on Wednesday. The 34-year-old veteran hasn't played since the middle of July due to migraine headaches, but he's been feeling better and could be back in New York's starting lineup as early as Wednesday against the Royals. He will be returning to a starting role in the Mets outfield and should be rostered in all fantasy formats for his speed. Marte will be returning to a .254/.308/.332 slash line with five home runs, 28 RBI, 24 stolen bases and 38 runs scored in 307 at-bats in 2023.

Aug 1 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Still Dealing With Migraines

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) is "somewhat" still dealing with migraine issues, according to manager Buck Showalter, including suffering from additional ones on a "lesser scale" this week. It's likely that Marte will seek a second opinion after the imminent birth of his child. It was originally believed that the 34-year-old could return from the injured list when eligible on Thursday, but that's not happening, and there remains no timetable for his return. Fantasy managers are going to have to remain patient but Marte is worthy of stashing in all fantasy leagues for his speed (24 stolen bases). Until he's back, the right-handed-hitting Mark Canha should continue to see increased playing time in Queens.

Jul 27 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Won't Return Yet

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) won't be activated when first eligible to come off the injured list, according to manager Buck Showalter. Marte has been sidelined due to migraines, but was originally expected to make his return on Thursday. However, it sounds like Marte is expecting a child in the next few days, so he'll likely go on the paternity leave list. That means, he'll possibly be sidelined for the rest of the week, but we'll see what happens. That good news is, it sounds like Marte has recovered from his migraines, so he should be back soon.

Jul 26 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Works Out Tuesday

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) did some hitting and ran the bases at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday. It's good news for Marte, who is currently on the injured list due to migraines, but he's eligible to return to the team on Thursday. It remains to be seen if Marte will actually return to the club on Thursday, but he looks to be turning the corner from his migraine issue. Until he's back, Mark Canha and Jeff McNeil should continue sharing playing time in right field. The 34-year-old Marte has been relevant in all fantasy leagues in 2023 because of his 24 stolen bases in 307 at-bats. He's added a .254/.308/.332 slash line with only five home runs, seven doubles, a triple, 28 RBI and 38 runs scored in 84 games.

Jul 25 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Placed On 10-Day Injured List

The New York Mets placed outfielder Starling Marte (head) on the 10-day injured list prior to their game against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday due to migraines. Marte was out of the lineup for the third straight game on Thursday, but he was shagging fly balls during batting practice and was said to be feeling better. He won't be eligible to return to the Mets until next Thursday, but hopefully he'll be feeling better by then. Until he returns, Mark Canha should continue to see most of the playing time in right field. Marte has played in only eight games in July, going 8-for-30 (.267) with a home run, four RBI, three stolen bases and three runs scored. The 34-year-old Dominican has mostly been helpful in fantasy with his 24 stolen bases in 2023.

Jul 20 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Missing Third Straight Game

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) is out of the lineup for the third straight game on Thursday against the visiting Chicago White Sox due to migraines, but he was able to take fly balls in the outfield before Thursday's game. Marte said he's feeling better and can "maybe" return to the starting lineup on Friday against the Boston Red Sox. Mark Canha is making another start in right field and will bat eighth on Thursday against White Sox right-hander Michael Kopech. It sounds as though Marte should return to action this weekend. The 34-year-old veteran outfielder has been pretty mediocre in everything besides stolen bases (24) this year, batting .254 (78-for-307) with five homers, seven doubles, a triple, 28 RBI and 38 runs scored in 84 games.

Jul 20 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Absent Again Against White Sox

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) will miss another contest on Wednesday against the visiting Chicago White Sox. Marte will miss his second straight game after being scratched from Tuesday's lineup with a migraine headache. He obviously still isn't feeling all that well and will take another day off. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Thursday to see if Marte is back in the lineup for the series finale against the White Sox. Jeff McNeil is getting the nod in right field and is hitting fifth in the lineup against White Sox right-hander Touki Toussaint. Marte is a must-start in fantasy when he's healthy, mostly for his speed on the basepaths. The 34-year-old veteran Dominican is currently hitting .254/.308/.332 with five home runs, seven doubles, a triple, 28 RBI, 24 stolen bases and 38 runs scored in 84 games.

Jul 19 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (head) has been scratched from the lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox. The 34-year-old was pulled out of the lineup due to migraines. This doesn't appear to be a serious issue, so Marte should be back in the lineup after a day or two. In the meantime, Mark Canha will cover right field and bat eighth versus right-hander Lucas Giolito on Tuesday.

Jul 18 · Source via Mets Mark Canha Starling Marte

Starling Marte Back In Sunday's Lineup

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (illness) is in the lineup for Sunday's game against Bobby Miller and the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 34-year-old veteran was scratched on Saturday while dealing with an illness, but clearly it wasn't serious. Marte has fallen off offensively, slashing .254/.309/.333 with five homers, 37 runs, and 28 RBI. However, his 23 stolen bases keep him relevant in almost every format, and fantasy managers can place the two-time All-Star back in their starting lineup.

Jul 16 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Scratched On Saturday

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was scheduled to bat sixth and play right field, but will end up sitting this one out due to an illness. DJ Stewart will cover right field, while Jeff McNeil is in left field versus right-hander Tony Gonsolin on Saturday. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly with Marte sidelined.

Jul 15 · Source via Mets Starling Marte

Starling Marte Remains Out On Saturday Against The Giants

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte is not in the lineup for Saturday's contest against the San Francisco Giants. Marte was also absent from the lineup for Friday's game so Jeff McNeil is starting in right field in his place. The team should provide some kind of an update on Marte this weekend but there's been no indication that he's injured. Overall, the 34-year-old outfielder is slashing just .253/.305/.329 with four home runs, 24 RBI, and 21 stolen bases over 277 at-bats on the year.

Jul 1 · Source via Mets Starling Marte Jeff McNeil

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