Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte: Likely to play one position in 2022

The Diamondbacks are expected to have Marte anchored at one position next season instead of having him bouncing between second base and center field, Steve Gilbert of the Diamondbacks' official site reports.

Marte has battled injury issues since the end of 2019, which management believes could be partially related to having him play multiple positions. This is the same refrain we've heard from Arizona's brass the last couple of seasons, but they've opted to take advantage of Marte's versatility. "I would think at this stage, we're going to probably zone in a little bit more on one position," Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen said. "That is my gut feeling right now, but I want to hear from the coaches as well." Marte has seen a lot of time at second base over the last week, which could be a sign of things to come, particularly if they deem outfield prospect Alek Thomas is ready for the majors to start 2022.