Ketel Marte naming five teams — including the Yankees — on his no-trade list reduces the chance of a New York move. For bettors, favor Marte staying put or modest-market movement; if traded, expect Yankees win-total and player-prop lines to shorten, while Chisholm trade props gain volatility.
Ketel Marte’s No-Trade List Narrows Yankees’ Path
Ketel Marte has placed five clubs on his no-trade list: Yankees, Athletics, Pirates, Giants and Cardinals. That constraint complicates any potential deal and makes a New York destination less likely, even though Marte remains one of the most attractive position players on the market this offseason.
Marte’s Contract and Recent Performance
The 32-year-old switch-hitter has six years and $102.5 million remaining on his contract. Last season he hit .283 with 28 home runs and posted a .893 OPS, production that would boost lineup balance and provide middle-of-order pop.
How Marte Would Fit the Yankees
Marte would supply a right-handed bat to offset a lineup stacked with lefties, offering versatility and offensive consistency. Any acquisition, however, would likely require moving talent in return, with Jazz Chisholm Jr. the most obvious trade chip given his final contract year and reported external interest.
Roster Considerations Around Jazz Chisholm Jr.
General Manager Brian Cashman has praised Chisholm’s athleticism, defense, baserunning and power, calling him “currently part of the solution.” Still, the club faces positional redundancy that could force difficult decisions across second base, third base, first base, catcher and center field.
Betting and Trade-Market Implications
For bettors, Marte’s restricted trade options point to a higher probability he stays put, so expect limited Yankees-related market movement until the player waives his clause. If a deal does happen, anticipate immediate adjustments to Yankees win-total lines and increased volatility on player-prop markets tied to both Marte and Chisholm. Teams on Marte’s list remain potential suitors but must clear the no-trade hurdle.
The Diamondbacks star has the Yankees among five teams on his no-trade list along with the Athletics, Pirates, Giants and Cardinals.
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