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Zack Godley Earns 10th Win Of The Season
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Zack Godley (10-6) picked up the win on Friday, allowing just one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out seven over six solid innings of work. Godley finally managed to maintain his control, walking fewer than three batters for the first time in five starts. He created a... Read More
Steven Souza Jr. Records First Hit Since Activation From DL
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base in Friday's win over the Padres. This was Souza's second straight game in the lineup and first hit since his five-week stint on the disabled list. While Souza played both games, Jon Jay and David Peralta have rotated playing in... Read More
Steven Souza Jr. Goes Hitless In Return
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. went 0-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Padres. As he has all season long, Souza struggled to put the ball in play and now holds a 27.5 percent strikeout rate on the season. It will likely take Souza a few games to... Read More
Ketel Marte Doubles, Homers in Loss Thursday
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte went 2-for-4 with a double, two runs scored and a two-run home run in Thursday's loss to the Padres. The home run was Marte's seventh of the season and first since June 21. The two RBI were also the first Marte has driven in since June 22. After a... Read More
Shelby Miller Takes Third Loss Thursday
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Shelby Miller (0-3) took the loss on Thursday night, allowing five runs (three earned) on five hits and two walks while striking out seven across 5 1/3 innings. The loss was Miller's third straight since returning from Tommy John surgery. He now carries a 9.00 ERA, 1.79 WHIP and 2.57 HR/9 across... Read More
Jarrod Dyson Placed On 10-Day Disabled List
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Thursday. Dyson strained his groin in Wednesday's contest against the Cardinals. It was a quick diagnosis for Dyson, who has not yet been given a firm timetable for his return. When he returns, he will need to fight for playing time... Read More
David Peralta Out Of Lineup Thursday Against Padres
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres. Peralta will take a seat while the returning Steven Souza Jr. plays in right field. The Diamondbacks are facing left-hander Eric Lauer, which indicates that manager Torey Lovullo may play matchups with Souza and Peralta moving forward. If this... Read More
Steven Souza Jr. Activated From Disabled LIst
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (pectoral) was activated from the disabled list prior to Thursday's game against the Padres. Souza is slotted to bat fifth in the lineup, between A.J. Pollock and Ketel Marte. Hitting behind Pollock and Paul Goldschmidt will give Souza plenty of RBI opportunities if he is able to improve on... Read More
Patrick Corbin Takes Tough No-Decision Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Patrick Corbin did not factor in the decision on Wednesday, allowing just one run on six hits and two walks over six strong innings. Corbin has been on fire in his last three starts, surrendering just two runs while holding a 23:3 K:BB ratio in 19 innings. After some rough starts at... Read More
Jake Lamb Extends On-Base Streak
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb continued his hot streak Wednesday, going 1-for-4 with a walk, a run, and an RBI in Wednesday's loss to the Cardinals. Lamb has now gotten on base in 13 straight games, giving owners an OPS of .884 over that span. Although Lamb is struggling with his power, it's good... Read More
Jarrod Dyson Suffering From Right Groin Discomfort
Updating a previous piece, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson is suffering from discomfort in his right groin. Dyson had gone 0-for-2 with a walk and a run before exiting midway through the top of the seventh inning. He was replaced by A.J. Pollock, who will resume his regular duties in center field. The Diamondbacks will... Read More
Diamondbacks In Consistent Talks For Manny Machado
According to MLB Network's Jon Morosi, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been in "consistent" talks with the Orioles trying to work out a deal for shortstop Manny Machado. Machado is having one of the best seasons of his career, having hit 21 home runs with 59 RBI thus far. According to sources, the Orioles are looking at... Read More
Jarrod Dyson Leaves With Injury Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson was removed from Wednesday night's game with an apparent injury. Dyson may have hurt himself rounding second base in the seventh inning. There's been no word on the severity of the injury, but it was severe enough that he needed to be replaced in center field by A.J. Pollock. Further... Read More
A.J. Pollock Out of Wednesday's Lineup
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock will be out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals. Pollock has gone hitless in his first two games off the disabled list, however, he did walk twice in Tuesday's game. Jarrod Dyson will play in center field and bat seventh in the lineup behind Ketel Marte and... Read More
Jake Lamb Has Home Run Overturned Against Cardinals
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Cardinals. The double was originally called a home run, but was changed into a double after the umpires ruled it fan interference. Despite the lost HR, Lamb was able to continue his hot hitting,... Read More
Zack Greinke Allows Two Runs In Victory
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Zack Greinke (9-5) picked up the win Tuesday, allowing two earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out four across 6 2/3 innings. After a string of bad starts in the middle of June, Greinke has come back strong, allowing just two runs in his last three starts. The... Read More
Paul Goldschmidt Rips Three-Run Home Run
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Cardinals. The homer was Goldschmidt's 19th of the season and second in three nights. After a horrible start to the season, Goldschmidt has roared back to lead all first basemen in runs scored, while trailing only... Read More
Steven Souza Jr. To Play Outfield In Rehabilitation Game
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (pectoral) is set to play in the outfield during Monday's rehab game in Triple-A Reno. Prior to Monday's game, Souza has exclusively served as the designated hitter, going 2-for-3 with two triples and two RBI in his last outing. If he does not suffer any setbacks, expect Souza to be... Read More
A.J. Pollock Activated From DL Monday
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock (thumb) will be activated from the disabled list and bat cleanup in Monday's game against the Cardinals. Pollock has been on the DL since May with a fractured thumb, so expect him to get a couple days off this week as he gets acclimated again. With Paul Goldschmidt hitting in front... Read More
Steven Souza Jr. Cleared To Begin Hitting
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (pectoral) has been cleared to participate in rehab games as a designated hitter. Souza has not been cleared to resume throwing yet, so he still has a ways to go before being activated from the disabled list. Hopefully the extended hitting repetitions can help Souza get into a groove... Read More
A.J. Pollock Cleared To Resume Baseball Activities
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock (thumb) was cleared to resume baseball activities on Monday afternoon. Pollock has been sidelined with a thumb fracture since mid-May, when he was given a four to eight-week timeframe for a return. Pollock still has a long ways to go before getting back in the lineup, but owners should be... Read More
Robbie Ray Scheduled To Start Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Robbie Ray (oblique) will be activated from the disabled list Wednesday to start against the Marlins. Ray was scheduled to make one more rehab start for Triple-A Reno, but Clay Buchholz's injury forced Arizona to accelerate Ray's timetable. Ray only threw 66 pitches in his last rehab start, so he will likely... Read More
John Ryan Murphy Hits Ninth Home Run
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher John Ryan Murphy went 1-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Pirates. The home run was Murphy's ninth of the season, but first in June. The lack of power this month has been disappointing for Murphy after he hit five home runs in May.... Read More
David Peralta Clubs First Inning Home Run Sunday
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's series finale against the Pirates. Peralta's first-inning homer was the only offense Arizona would need behind excellent performances from Clay Buchholz and the bullpen. Peralta is now just two home runs away from matching his career high of 17, thanks to... Read More
Brad Boxberger Earns 17th Save
Arizona Diamondbacks closer Brad Boxberger earned his 17th save of the year on Sunday, giving up a lone hit, while otherwise shutting down the Pirates in Arizona's 3-0 win. It was a badly needed performance for Boxberger, who had blown three of his last five save chances prior to Sunday's successful conversion. Despite the recent... Read More
Ketel Marte Drives In Winning Run Friday
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte went 1-for-6 with the game-winning RBI single in the Diamondbacks 13-inning victory on Friday night. Marte has been swinging a hot bat of late, coming through with the heroics one night after hitting a two-run home run on Thursday. Marte is hitting .324 with five home runs in June,... Read More
Patrick Corbin Brilliant Against Pirates
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Patrick Corbin tossed a gem on Friday night, shutting out the Pirates over seven brilliant innings. Corbin only surrendered three hits while striking out a career-high 12 batters. Thanks to a Brad Boxberger blown save, Corbin did not factor in the decision. He generated 21 swinging strikes with his slider, tying Tyson... Read More
Matt Koch Demoted To Triple-A
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Matt Koch was demoted to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday night. Koch will return to the Aces after two months of filling the rotation spot left by the injured Robbie Ray. Koch was inconsistent in his time with Arizona, finishing with a 4.40 ERA and 38 strikeouts across 71 2/3 innings. His demotion... Read More
Jon Jay Delivers Another Two-Hit Night
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jon Jay went 2-for-5 with two runs in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Angels. After a rough start to his Diamondbacks career, Jay has been a model leadoff hitter for Arizona, collecting multiple hits in six of his last eight games. Over that span, Jay has scored 10 runs to go along... Read More
Paul Goldschmidt Swats Another Home Run
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt went 1-for-3 with two walks and a two-run home run in Tuesday's loss to the Angels. The home run was Goldschmidt's 16th of the season and fourth in his last six games. Thanks to an incredible June (.423/.512/.915), Goldy has re-established himself as one of the premiere batters in... Read More
