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Minor League Transactions: Eli Willits, Kayson Cunningham Promoted

The 2025 MLB Draft class, or at least some of the players from that crop, is moving fast. Eli Willits and Kayson Cunningham made light work of Low-A. And now, those two will receive new tests, as the two were promoted to High-A by their respective organizations.

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Diamondbacks Announce Intriguing Lineup for Game 1 vs Marlins

Following Monday's off day, and a bit of a trying homestand against the Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals, the Arizona Diamondbacks will begin a three-game set with the Marlins at loanDepot Park in Miami.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 9

D-backs’ Torey Lovullo defends Ketel Marte after clubhouse rumors

MIAMI – When rumors begin to circulate about a star player, the easiest reaction is often to assume there must be some truth behind them. That is why Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo’s recent defense of Ketel Marte carried so much weight.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Kayson Cunningham News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 9

Top Prospect Kayson Cunningham Takes Next Step in Climb Through D-backs' Farm System

The Arizona Diamondbacks are officially starting the ascension of one of the franchise's top prospects, shortstop Kayson Cunningham. Cunningham, Arizona's No.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 9

Diamondbacks to Sign Exciting 2-Way Star From Korea

The Arizona Diamondbacks are dipping into the international market, as they often do. But this one is a bit different than most international free agents Arizona has targeted in recent years.

Max Kepler News / Legends On Deck / June 9

The Arizona Diamondbacks are Taking a Chance on Max Kepler

The Arizona Diamondbacks are taking a chance on Max Kepler. They agreed to terms with the 33-year-old outfielder late Sunday afternoon. The deal was reported by Alex Weiner, Arizona Sports beat reporter for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 9

Jordan Lawlar emerges as top trade chip for Diamondbacks

PHOENIX — While it’s still early, the Arizona Diamondbacks once again find themselves evaluating their trade deadline options as they battle for position in the National League playoff race.

Zac Gallen News / Just Baseball / June 9

Zac Gallen Continues To Trend in the Wrong Direction

Ahead of the 2025 season, the Arizona Diamondbacks inked Corbin Burnes to a six-year, $210 million deal that helped establish one of the best rotations in baseball.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / June 9

False Ketel Marte-Marcelo Mayer Rumor Sent MLB Into a Frenzy

We're at a time in the Major League Baseball calendar in which trade chatter fills up the league. That's because we're under two months away from the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 9

Diamondbacks make a splash for two-way player Junsang Eom

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly closing in on a deal with a widely regarded No. 2 prospect for the upcoming KBO Draft. According to baseball

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Taylor Rashi News / Burn City Sports / June 9

D-Backs deal RHP Taylor Rashi to Twins for cash considerations

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continued to reshape their organizational depth Monday, trading right-handed pitcher Taylor Rashi to the Minnesota Twins.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Legends On Deck / June 8

Ryan Waldschmidt is Delivering on both Offense and Defense

Arizona Diamondbacks Ryan Waldschmidt is delivering on both offense and defense. Since being called up on May 8, the outfielder has provided the spark the team needed and has immediately energized a sluggish lineup.

Taylor Rashi News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8

D-Backs Trade Taylor Rashi To Twins

The Diamondbacks announced they’ve traded reliever Taylor Rashi to the Twins for cash considerations. Arizona designated him for assignment on Friday to open a 40-man roster spot for infield prospect LuJames Groover.

Max Kepler News / New Baseball Media / June 8

Diamondbacks Sign Max Kepler: What to Make of Move

Once the halfway mark of the 2026 MLB season arrives, the Diamondbacks will look to see if Max Kepler can give the Arizona offense a jolt. Kepler signed with the team late on June 7, giving the D-Backs a mid-season acquisition without needing to give up any assets.

Ketel Marte News / Athlon Sports / June 8

Ketel Marte Trade Update: New Details Emerge on Diamondbacks Star

Ketel Marte will not be traded, according to Francys Cordero of BeisbolFR, despite a wave of speculation surrounding the Arizona Diamondbacks' second baseman.

Max Kepler News / Field Level Media / June 8

Reports: Diamondbacks sign suspended OF Max Kepler

Max Kepler has 18 days remaining until his suspension for performance-enhancing drug usage is over. But when the ban is over, the outfielder now knows where he'll be headed.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / June 7

Diamondbacks Sign Suspended Outfielder to One-Year Deal

With the MLB playoffs now firmly on the radar for the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team made a deal to add some veteran depth to its outfield on Sunday. The D-backs inked suspended outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal, adding a veteran power bat for the home stretch of the regular season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 7

Report: Ketel Marte is still causing issues for the Diamondbacks

Ketel Marte is still not exactly Mr. Popular in Arizona these days. The Arizona Diamondbacks star second baseman Marte is continuing to frustrate segments of the organization by opting to take days off this season, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported on Sunday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7

Hazen: Diamondbacks To Seek Bullpen Upgrades On Trade Market

Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen discussed his team’s trade deadline priorities on MLB Network Radio today. The GM confirmed previous reports that

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / June 7

Diamondbacks' bats awaken in time to avoid sweep vs. Nationals

Corbin Carroll and Gabriel Moreno homered, Michael Soroka contained the highest-scoring offense in the majors and the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a weekend sweep with a 5-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / New Baseball Media / June 6

What to Expect from Diamondbacks Infielder LuJames Groover

Amidst a need for sparks, the Diamondbacks have called upon Ryan Waldschmidt and Tommy Troy at the big-league level this season. Arizona added a third notable prospect to that list, as 2023 second-rounder LuJames Groover was summoned to the desert on June 5.

Corbin Burnes News / Athlon Sports / June 4