"The seven-year contract extension Ketel Marte signed with the Diamondbacks last April included a five-team no-trade clause, which adds an interesting wrinkle to the trade rumors that have swirled around the former NLCS MVP in recent weeks. As reported by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, the Athletics, Cardinals, Giants, Pirates, and Yankees are the five teams included on Marte's current list, which can be updated every offseason."
"There are any number of reasons why a player may include a particular team on a no-trade list, and it is worth noting that Marte could still ultimately approve a deal to any of these clubs. There is no obvious geographic link between the five teams, and while the Yankees were the only member of the group to reach the 2025 playoffs, the Giants, Pirates, and even the A's are all looking to compete in 2026."
"Interestingly, the Pirates and Giants have been linked to Marte's trade market. Now that Pittsburgh has landed Brandon Lowe from the Rays in yesterday's big three-team swap, the Bucs may feel their second base needs have been addressed, though there is a world where Lowe could be a primary DH and Marte could still be brought aboard. Still, there's such a"
Ketel Marte's seven-year contract includes a five-team no-trade clause listing the Athletics, Cardinals, Giants, Pirates, and Yankees; the list can be updated each offseason. The five-team restriction could influence trade talks despite Marte retaining the ability to approve moves to those clubs. The Cardinals' rebuild status reduces their trade likelihood, while the Yankees' 2025 playoff berth contrasts with the Giants' and Pirates' efforts to return to contention in 2026. Pittsburgh's acquisition of Brandon Lowe may lessen their second-base urgency, and the large remaining salary on Marte's deal complicates fits with budget-conscious teams like the Pirates. The Giants may view Marte's contract as relatively affordable compared to free-agent market projections.
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