Ketel Marte reinjures ankle in loss

— Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte suffered a setback in his recovery from a sprained left ankle during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday. After being out of the starting lineup and serving as the designated hitter the previous day, Marte returned as a pinch hitter in the ninth inning. Unfortunately, he aggravated his injury while attempting a check swing, collapsing on the field and requiring assistance to exit. Manager Torey Lovullo provided limited updates following the Diamondbacks' 8-7 loss in 12 innings, stating that Marte is currently being evaluated. Lovullo expressed concern over the injury, noting Marte's significant force when pushing off the ground, which may have contributed to the aggravation. “It didn’t look great,” Lovullo remarked, emphasizing the need for further assessment to determine the timeline for Marte's return. In addition to Marte's injury, the Diamondbacks are also dealing with the absence of two other key players: first baseman Christian Walker, who is sidelined with a strained left oblique, and catcher Gabriel Moreno, who has a strained left adductor. Despite these challenges, the Diamondbacks have maintained a strong performance, holding onto a National League wild card spot with a record of 28-13 since the beginning of July. The loss to the Rays marked the Diamondbacks' first three-game losing streak since late June, raising concerns about the team's depth and resilience as they navigate the remainder of the season.