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Shelby Miller Aiming For June Return
Injured Diamondbacks starter Shelby Miller is aiming to return to the rotation in June following Tommy John surgery last season. Miller hasn't pitched a regular season game since last April, when he tore his UCL in a game against the Dodgers. His rehab is reportedly going well, as he threw his sixth bullpen session on... Read More
A.J. Pollock Drives in Two Runs Friday
Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock went 2-for-4 with a double, triple two RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 9-8 win over the Rockies. Days like these show the kind of upside owners dream of when they draft Pollock. When healthy, Pollock is a five category contributor who can provide first round value. His injury risk... Read More
Brad Boxberger Picks Up First Save
Newly minted Diamondbacks closer Brad Boxberger picked up his first save of the season on Friday night. In his inning of work, Boxberger struck out two batters and walked one. It was a great start for the former Ray, who shut the door against one of the leagues most potent offenses. With the Arizona offense... Read More
Nick Ahmed Drives in Five Runs In Victory
Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed was the catalyst in Friday's 9-8 win over the Rockies, going 3-for-4 with a home run and five RBI. Known more for his defense than his hitting, Ahmed surprised everyone with a career day at the plate. This type of offense isn't something owners should expect from Ahmed on a regular... Read More
Robbie Ray Wins Despite Poor Outing
Diamondbacks starter Robbie Ray picked up his first victory of 2018 despite a very poor outing. Ray surrendered seven runs (six earned) on seven hits and three walks over five innings pitched. Just like Patrick Corbin before him, Ray was hurt by the long ball, as the three home runs accounted for all of the... Read More
Paul Goldschmidt Walks Three Times On Opening Day
Diamondbacks star Paul Goldschmidt went 0-for-2 with three walks and a run scored in Arizona’s 8-2 win over the Rockies. As per usual, Goldschmidt’s excellent on base skills helped owners despite the hitless day. It wasn’t a banner day for Goldy, but getting on base three times in five at-bats is a good day for... Read More
David Peralta Has Three Hits From Leadoff Spot
Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta went 3-for-5 with two runs and an RBI double in Arizona’s 8-2 win over the Rockies. The minor hand injury Peralta suffered at the end of spring training did not affect him at all. Peralta is two seasons removed from his breakout, but the contact and line drive skills remain despite... Read More
Jake Lamb Drives In Four Runs In D’Backs Win
Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb went 2-for-5 with a double and four RBI in the D’Backs Opening Day win over the Rockies. Rumours of Lamb’s humidor related demise have been greatly exaggerated s Lamb was the driving force behind the D’Backs drubbing of the Rockies. Lamb struck out twice in his five at-bats, giving owners... Read More
Patrick Corbin Picks Up Opening Day Win
Diamondbacks starter Patrick Corbin picked up his first win of the season in the D’Backs 8-2 win over the Rockies on Opening Day. The former All-Star was solid, tossing 5 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out eight. Corbin’s old demons came back to haunt him,... Read More
Shelby Miller Completes Successful Bullpen Session
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Shelby Miller (elbow) completed his fifth bullpen session of the spring on Tuesday afternoon. Miller threw 35 pitches during the session, which included breaking balls for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery. Nothing has changed in his timetable, and he should remain out until around the All-Star break. Miller is... Read More
Brad Boxberger Named Diamondbacks Closer
Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Brad Boxberger has officially been named the closer by manager Torey Lovullo. The announcement ends a three-man competition between Boxberger, Archie Bradley and Yoshihisa Hirano. Boxberger last closed for the Rays in 2015, notching 41 saves in 69 games. With the D'Backs looking like a playoff team again, Boxberger will have plenty... Read More
David Peralta Dealing With Hand Injury
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta was scratched from Monday's game due to a hand injury. There has not been any further info on the injury, but there doesn't seem to be anything to be concerned about. More info will be released following the game.
Brad Boxberger, Archie Bradley Still Battling for Closer Role
Arizona Diamondbacks relievers Brad Boxberger and Archie Bradley are still in the middle of their battle for the closer role. Boxberger has been much better this spring, posting a 1.80 ERA compared to a 4.32 ERA for Bradley. Manager Torey Lovullo says he is not ready to name the closer, as he still needs to... Read More
Chris Herrmann Released From Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks have released catcher Chris Herrmann from the roster. Herrmann was in a platoon with Jeff Mathis last season, hitting 10 home runs with 27 RBI in 256 plate appearances. With the signing of Alex Avila, there was no need for the D'Backs to hold a third catcher on the roster. Herrmann does... Read More
Steven Souza Will Begin Year On Disabled List
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza will begin the season on the disabled list due to a strained right pectoral muscle. Initial estimates have Souza being out of commission until mid-May. Knowing that he will miss almost two months of the season puts a damper on his draft stock. When he returns, Souza should regain his... Read More
Ketel Marte Inks Five-Year Extension With D'Backs
Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte is officially part of the Diamondbacks future infield after signing a five-year, $24 million extension with the team on Monday. The contract includes two option years worth $22 million, bringing the total possible contract to seven years and $46 million. Marte has settled in as the team's starting second baseman as... Read More
Yasmany Tomas Optioned to Triple-A Reno
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Yasmany Tomas has officially been optioned to Triple-A Reno. There was hope that the Cuban slugger could make the team due to Steven Souza's injury, but manager Torey Lovullo once again emphasized the team's focus on defense, meaning Tomas had no place on the roster behind A.J. Pollock, David Peralta, Jarrod Dyson,... Read More
Paul Goldschmidt OK After Being Struck by Pitch
With so many injuries happening this spring, the last thing Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt's owners wanted to hear was that he was hit by a pitch. Fortunately for the Diamondbacks first baseman, the pitch to the helmet didn't result in a serious injury. It was a scary moment for the D'Backs, but Goldschmidt was... Read More
Robbie Ray Set To Start Second Game Of The Season
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray is slated to start the second game of the season. With the injury to Zack Greinke (groin), the Diamondbacks have had to re-shuffle their rotation, putting Patrick Corbin on Opening Day, with Greinke likely sliding to third in the rotation. Having Ray pitch the second game allows him to maintain... Read More
Patrick Corbin To Start Opening Day
Patrick Corbin will be the starter when the Diamondbacks open their season against the Rockies on March 29th. Normally Corbin would be the fourth starter in the rotation but the spring schedule and injury to Zack Greinke allows Corbin's next start to line up with Opening Day. Corbin made marked improvements in the second half... Read More
Diamondbacks Acquire Deven Marrero From Red Sox
The Diamondbacks have acquired infielder Deven Marrero from the Red Sox for a player to be named later. Marrero comes to the D'Backs with a pedigree, having won three All-Conference Performer awards as well as a the Pac-10 defensive player of the year honor. In 71 games with the Red Sox last season, Marrero hit... Read More
Yasmany Tomas May Be Optioned
The Diamondbacks are considering optioning outfielder Yasmany Tomas. Sources say that Tomas getting optioned is the likely outcome of the situation. With the recent acquisition of Steven Souza and Jarrod Dyson Tomas has been moved way back on the D'Backs depth chart. Even with Souza being out until mid-May, there has been little talk of... Read More
Jarrod Dyson To Be Main Beneficiary Of Steven Souza Injury
Diamondback's outfielder Jarrod Dyson is likely to receive to majority of the starts in the outfield in the absence of Steven Souza. With Souza likely to be out until mid-May, Dyson has over a month to establish himself as the main replacement, where he will compete with Chris Owings and Yasmany Tomas. He won't be... Read More
Taijuan Walker Strikes Out Seven In Thursday's Spring Outing
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taijuan Walker gave up three runs on eight hits across 5 2/3 innings in Thursdays loss to the White Sox. Despite the mediocre results, Walker managed to strike out seven batters. Walker was pleased with how he was able to locate his fastball, and was encouraged with his overall control. Walker is... Read More
Steven Souza Likely To Start Season On Disabled List
Updating previous reports, the MRI performed on Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza has confirmed that he suffered a right pectoral strain while diving for a ball during Wednesday's cactus league game. Manager Torey Lovullo says Souza is likely to begin the year on the DL. No information was given about the length of the DL stint.... Read More
Greg Holland In Contact With Diamondbacks
Free agent closer Greg Holland is slowly making his way towards a deal for the 2018 season. Among the several teams he is in contact with, the Diamondbacks are seemingly one of the more likely destinations, as they are in the playoff hunt without an established closer. Holland's 41 saves with the Rockies was tied... Read More
Steven Souza Suffers Shoulder Strain Wednesday Night
Updating a previous report, Steven Souza suffered a right shoulder strain on Wednesday night while attempting to make a diving catch. Souza was in a lot of discomfort, but walked off the field under his own power. Manager Torey Lovullo doesn't seem too worried, stating that the Diamondbacks are "built" for situations like this. Souza... Read More
Steven Souza Leaves Game With Apparent Shoulder Injury
Steven Souza left Wednesday's game with an injury after attempting to make a diving catch. Before walking off the field with the trainers, Souza appeared to be in a lot of pain, favouring his right shoulder. There's been no official word on the nature of the injury just yet, bur more information should be made... Read More
Robbie Ray May Not Start Opening Day
Contrary to previous reports, Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray may not pitch on Opening Day. Ray is currently scheduled to pitch Sunday against the Rockies, which would prevent him from pitching Opening Day on regular rest. Although the plans are not set in stone, there has been no mention of moving Ray's start to... Read More
Zack Greinke No Longer Starting Big League Game
Updating a previous report, the Arizona Diamondbacks have changed their plans regarding starting pitcher Zack Greinke's (groin) scheduled start. Instead of pitching in their big league spring training game on Wednesday, Greinke will pitch on the back fields. There hasn't been any word of a setback, so owners who don't see Greinke on the box score... Read More
