Ketel Marte Set for August 31 Return Following Mysterious Absence

Ketel Marte is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list on August 31 for the series opener against the Phillies. The 32-year-old All-Star has been recovering from a knee injury, but his return follows a mysterious two-week disappearance from the team. Reports indicate that Marte has yet to address his teammates regarding the reasons behind his sudden absence during the middle of the Diamondbacks' playoff race.