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What Ketel Marte’s new franchise record means for the Diamondbacks
TL;DR
Ketel Marte has set a new franchise record for the Arizona Diamondbacks by surpassing Paul Goldschmidt with 1,093 games played. He is now second all-time, just behind Luis Gonzalez's record of 1,194 games.
Key points
- Ketel Marte has played 1,093 games for the Diamondbacks.
- He surpassed Paul Goldschmidt to become second all-time.
- Luis Gonzalez holds the all-time record with 1,194 games.
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Aug 13, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) is greeted in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run during the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
TEXAS – For years, Ketel Marte has been respected nationally, adored locally, but somehow still under-discussed when conversations turn to franchise legends, and that may finally be changing.
Ketel Marte breaks another massive D-backs record:
The most important part of Marte’s climb up the list of most games-played in franchise history is not the number itself. It’s what surviving long enough to threaten that record represents in modern Major League Baseball. Marte now stands at 1,093 games played for Arizona, surpassing Paul Goldschmidt to move to second all-time, now behind Luis Gonzalez for first with 1,194 games. Ketel Marte could easily get to the top spot if he continues to stay healthy, and fans. recognize that.
Q&A
What record did Ketel Marte break for the Diamondbacks?
Ketel Marte broke the franchise record for most games played, surpassing Paul Goldschmidt with 1,093 games.
How many games does Ketel Marte need to become the all-time leader for the Diamondbacks?
Ketel Marte needs to play 102 more games to surpass Luis Gonzalez's record of 1,194 games.
Why is Ketel Marte's achievement significant for the Diamondbacks?
Marte's achievement highlights his durability and importance to the team, marking him as a potential franchise legend.
