The Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder shared the sad news Monday night via his social media accounts.
MLB Network's Jon Heyman tweeted Noelia recently broke her ankle and was awaiting surgery when she died.
"Today I go through the great pain of making public the unfortunate death of my wife Noelia, due to a heart attack. It is a moment of indescribable pain. On behalf of my family, I am grateful for the expressions of esteem and solidarity in this difficult time," Marte wrote in an Instagram post.
Starling Marte’s wife died unexpectedly today. She broke her ankle and was in the hospital and said to be awaiting surgery when she passed. Best wishes to Starling, who just announced the death.— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) May 19, 2020
"Starling Marte’s wife died unexpectedly today. She broke her ankle and was in the hospital and said to be awaiting surgery when she passed. Best wishes to Starling, who just announced the death.Marte, 31, spent his first eight seasons in the majors playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates before he was traded to Arizona in January.
The Pirates also released a statement:
"The entire Pirates family extend our deepest condolences to Starling Marte and family during this terrible time. Our hearts are truly saddened by this news."Marte and his wife Noelia had two children: a son, Starling Jr., and a daughter, Tiana.
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