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Torey Lovullo Praises 2 Pitchers' Resurgence

The Arizona Diamondbacks have benefited from a surprise recent surge by some of their struggling veteran starting pitchers. Both Zac Gallen and Eduardo Rodriguez, who spent most of the 2025 season as sources of major frustration for D-backs fans, have been pitching exceptionally well of late.

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D-Backs cautious with Andrew Saalfrank in loss to Minnesota Twins

MINNEAPOLIS — The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered another ninth-inning loss as they fell to the Minnesota Twins in walk-off fashion, 9-8, on Friday night — with questions rising over the D-Backs’ bullpen usage.

Torey Lovullo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 12

Torey Lovullo Gave 3-Word Response to D-backs' Crushing Loss

On Friday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks lost a heartbreaker, blowing an 8-6 ninth-inning lead to be walked off 9-8 by the Minnesota Twins. Arizona had surged for four runs in the top of the ninth, only to waste a prime opportunity to stay alive in the playoff hunt.

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Diamondbacks walked off by Twins, remain 3 games back of Wild Card

The Arizona Diamondbacks were three outs away from gaining a game on the New York Mets for the third National League Wild Card spot on Friday in Minnesota.

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Diamondbacks Waste Opportunity in Devastating Meltdown

The Arizona Diamondbacks fell to the Minnesota Twins on the road in their series opener by a score of 9-8 on Friday on the same night the New York Mets lost, squandering one of the few remaining chances to gain ground in the Wild Card standings.

Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 12

How Zac Gallen Being Top Free Agent Could Benefit Diamondbacks

It hasn't been the season Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen or his team would have hoped. But his recent hot streak has once again placed him among the most desirable pending free agents, and that may be best-case scenario for both Gallen and Arizona.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 12

Torey Lovullo Explains Ketel Marte's Scratch From D-backs' Lineup

On Friday, Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was scratched from the starting lineup. Initially listed at second base, Marte was taken out of the lineup after arriving to the ballpark, with Ildemaro Vargas getting the start in his stead.

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Diamondbacks Affiliate Completes Incredible Walk-Off Comeback

Like father, like son. The Arizona Diamondbacks might not be on track for any playoff success, but the Double-A Amarillo Sod Poodles are in, and on Thursday night, they worked some magic.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Sports / September 12

Diamondbacks standings: How far back are the D-backs in the NL Wild Card race?

For the third season in a row, the Arizona Diamondbacks in mid-September are trying to position themselves to finish with an NL Wild Card playoff spot.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 12

D-backs Begin Crucial Series with Tough Pitching Matchup

The Arizona Diamondbacks don't have much time left if they want to make any sort of improbable postseason run. It all starts with a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins, beginning Friday at 5:10 p.m.

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These 3 Diamondbacks' Pitchers are Hot on the Mound

The Arizona Diamondbacks, after losing two of three to the San Francisco Giants, are running out of time to make any sort of improbable playoff push. But that doesn't mean Arizona hasn't seen a sizable effort from some members of both their pitching staff and lineup of late.

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Lourdes Gurriel News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 11

Insider Reveals Recovery Timeline for Diamondbacks' Outfielder

On Thursday, it was reported that Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. underwent surgery to repair his torn ACL. In a post on X/Twitter, insider Francys Romero said Gurriel had surgery on his right ACL.

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These 3 Diamondbacks Hitters are Hot at the Plate

The Arizona Diamondbacks may be watching their playoff hopes vanish, but they're clearly still fighting for something. In fact, dropping two of three to the San Francisco Giants in their recent series was their first series loss since dropping three of four to the Rockies on August 17.

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Diamondbacks' Affiliate Clinches Playoffs

The Arizona Diamondbacks might not be headed for the MLB Postseason, but one of their affiliates certainly is. On Wednesday night, with a 4-0 victory over the Midland RockHounds, the Double-A Amarillo Sod Poodles clinched the Texas League South Division second-half title and punched their ticket to the dance.

Lourdes Gurriel News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11

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ESPN lists Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo as possible hot seat candidate this offseason

With a disappointing two years following a World Series appearance, Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo is among the candidates to be fired, according to ESPN’s Buster Olney.

Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / September 11

All-Star 2B Ketel Marte expected back for Diamondbacks against Twins

The Arizona Diamondbacks admittedly have an uphill climb in their quest to secure the final wild-card spot in the National League. Fortunately for the Diamondbacks, they appear to have avoided another obstacle with respect to the health of second baseman Ketel Marte.