Ketel Marte Earns First Silver Slugger Award and Receives MVP Votes in 2022 MLB Season

Arizona Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte Earns First Silver Slugger Award, Receives MVP Votes

Ketel Marte of the Arizona Diamondbacks has achieved significant milestones in the 2022 Major League Baseball (MLB) regular season, earning his first Silver Slugger Award and receiving votes for the National League's (NL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award.

Impressive Offensive Performance Leads to Silver Slugger Award

Marte earned his initial Silver Slugger Award, recognizing him as one of the top offensive performers at his position. Primarily playing second base, he finished the season with a .311 batting average, 12 home runs, and 66 RBIs.

His offensive production was consistent throughout the season, with a .323 batting average in the first half and a .300 average in the second half.

MVP Recognition for All-Around Contributions

Marte's outstanding performance extended beyond his offensive contributions. He also excelled in the field, committing only four errors in 115 games played at second base.

Additionally, he showcased his speed and athleticism, stealing 20 bases and scoring 93 runs.

These all-around contributions earned him votes for the NL MVP Award. While he did not finish among the top three vote-getters, his recognition reflects the impact he had on the Diamondbacks' success.

Diamondbacks' Success and Marte's Impact

The Diamondbacks finished the 2022 season with an improved record of 74-88, a significant improvement over their 52-110 record in 2021.

Marte's contributions played a crucial role in this improvement, as he provided stability and leadership to a young team.

His Silver Slugger Award and MVP votes are testaments to his exceptional performance and the positive impact he has had on the Arizona Diamondbacks.