Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani won the 2024 Most Valuable Player Awards in the American League and National League, respectively. Ketel Marte finished third in National League MVP voting, earning a $3 million salary increase for the 2025 season due to an incentives clause in his contract. Marte had a standout season with the Arizona Diamondbacks, hitting .292 with 36 home runs and seven stolen bases. Professional baseball player Starling Marte has made significant contributions to his team, with an estimated 6.8 Wins Above Replacement according to Baseball-Reference’s calculations. This is the second time Marte has been considered for the MVP Award, with his previous consideration in 2019 resulting in a fourth-place finish after compiling 6.9 Wins Above Replacement.
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The Phillies are in discussions with the Diamondbacks about acquiring third baseman Eugenio Suarez, especially as they need depth due to Alec Bohm's injury. While adding Suarez could enhance their lineup, it may create a positional logjam once Bohm returns; potential trades involving Bohm or a multi-player deal with outfielders could be explored to facilitate the move. Want More Context? 🔎
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