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Insider's 'Perfect Transaction' Makes No Sense for D-backs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have glaring areas of need in the coming offseason. Pitching is of the utmost importance, of course, but the D-backs also are in need of a first baseman.

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The 2025 campaign was a sensational one overall for the Brewers. Milwaukee set a new franchise record for most wins (97) in a season, beating out the 2011 and 2018 teams.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 11

Pros, Cons to D-backs' Potential Ketel Marte Trade

A recent report from USA Today's Bob Nightengale states that the Arizona Diamondbacks are "motivated" to trade All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte. Related Content: Diamondbacks 'Motivated' To Trade Ketel Marte As much as that may seem appalling at first glance, there's nuance to the situation.

Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 11

Insider's Zac Gallen Prediction Could Create Opportunity for D-backs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have extended right-hander Zac Gallen the Qualifying Offer. Though he has yet to make an official decision, the expected outcome is a rejection, as Gallen and agent Scott Boras look to test the free agency waters.

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Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / November 11

Ketel Marte’s future with Diamondbacks gains clarity after trade rumors

Though the idea that the Diamondbacks were “motivated” to move Ketel Marte was thrown out there, a deeper look suggests that those projected feelings don’t tell the full story.

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Christian Walker News / Burn City Sports / November 10

Diamondbacks should resist reunion with Christian Walker

PHOENIX — The Houston Astros are considering putting first baseman Christian Walker on the trading block, raising the question of whether a reunion with the Arizona Diamondbacks could be on the horizon.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10

Report: Diamondbacks ‘motivated’ to trade All-Star infielder

The Arizona Diamondbacks may be looking to trade one of their top players this offseason. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale published a lengthy column on Monday that was full of baseball rumors and nuggets.

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Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / November 10

Diamondbacks still considering moving Ketel Marte

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks haven’t ruled out trading All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte this offseason, a move that could signal a major shift in the team’s roster.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 10

D-backs Can't Make This Free Agency Mistake

The Arizona Diamondbacks certainly have a great deal of roster gaps to fill in the coming months. With a reduced payroll coming, this offseason will be a challenge, to say the least.

Connor Kaiser News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 9

Veteran Infielder Closes Door on Return to D-backs

On Friday, former Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Connor Kaiser found a new home — signing a minor league deal with the Kansas City Royals. Kaiser had previously been outrighted off the 40-man roster by the D-backs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 9

D-backs' 'Untradeable' Contract is an Ugly One

The Arizona Diamondbacks will most likely be going into 2026 with a lowered payroll. After reaching franchise-record levels in each of the past two seasons, Arizona will look to recoup some of their available funds this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 9

Analyst's D-backs Projection Will Have Fans Uneasy

Arizona Diamondbacks fans know very well that the current roster is in dire need of some serious reinforcements — mainly on the pitching staff. But just where does Arizona rank in terms of projections?

Zac Gallen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 8

Mets urged to sign Zac Gallen away from Diamondbacks

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the New York Mets enter a pivotal offseason as team president David Stearns faces key roster decisions. Chief among the questions awaiting the club this winter are whether to re-sign free agent Pete Alonso and how to improve the starting rotation.

David Hagaman News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 8

D-backs Starter Makes Surprise Relief Appearance

On Friday afternoon, Arizona Diamondbacks No. 15 prospect David Hagaman made an appearance in the Salt River Rafters' 11-2 loss to the Scottsdale Saguaros, but not under normal circumstances.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 8

Why D-backs Have to Pursue Former Padres All-Star Closer

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a lot of needs this offseason — mostly in terms of pitching. But the most pressing need is, at it has regularly been over recent years, a true ninth-inning closer.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Diamondbacks make a flurry of roster changes

Infielder Ildemaro Vargas, catcher James McCann and left-hander Jalen Beeks have elected free agency. Right-handers Austin Pope, John Curtiss and Casey Kelly, left-hander Kyle Nelson and infielder Connor Kaiser were outrighted off the 40-man roster. Arizona’s 40-man roster now sits at 38 players.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Diamondbacks outright four players off 40-man roster

The Diamondbacks outrighted four players off the 40-man roster, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Right-handers John Curtiss and Casey Kelly, lefty Kyle Nelson, and infielder Connor Kaiser all went unclaimed on waivers.

Lourdes Gurriel News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. exercises player option

Outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has triggered his player option, per Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Gurriel will return to the Diamondbacks next year and will make a $13MM salary.