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Diamondbacks' Brandon Pfaadt Suddenly Looks Like A Different Pitcher

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Brandon Pfaadt has looked nothing like his early-season self since returning from a short stint in the minor leagues.

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Manager says Diamondbacks 'gotta get going'; Padres also do

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo had a simple message for his team after a one-run home loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. "We gotta get going," he said.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / July 7

Diamondbacks belt 3 homers in shutout victory over Padres

Max Kepler, Geraldo Perdomo and Nolan Arenado all homered Monday night while Brandon Pfaadt sailed through five shutout innings as the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks routed the San Diego Padres 8-0.

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Max Kepler News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 7

The Diamondbacks' Max Kepler Gamble is Finally Starting to Pay Off

It took until his eighth game as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks, but outfielder Max Kepler finally delivered his first big-impact swing (or two) for his new club on Monday night.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 6

Diamondbacks Announce Lineup for Massive Game 1 vs Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks are primed for an extremely important four-game road series against their NL West rival San Diego Padres this week. Monday's series opener will be an important tone-setting game for the Diamondbacks, looking to come away with at least a two-game split.

James McCann News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 6

James McCann's Timely Return Strengthens the D-backs' Catcher Group

The Arizona Diamondbacks, perhaps a bit earlier than expected, have reinstated their veteran backup catcher from the injured list. On Monday, the team announced that James McCann, who had been down on the IL since May 19, after he was pulled from a game early with a right quad strain.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 6

Diamondbacks-Padres Game 1 Preview: Pfaadt vs Buehler

The Arizona Diamondbacks will begin a tough seven-game California road trip with a four-game set against the San Diego Padres. In theory, the Padres are not one of the strongest clubs remaining on the D-backs' schedule, as both teams sit at an equally-mediocre 44-45.

Freddy Peralta News / Burn City Sports / July 6

Should the Diamondbacks go get Freddy Peralta?

PHOENIX — With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ need for starting pitching has become impossible to ignore. While Arizona hasn’t been reported to be fully committed to buying at the deadline, one of the areas that has kept the club from going on an extended run is its lack of arms in the starting rotation.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / July 6

The Little-Known D-backs Prospect Nearing His MLB Debut

Time and time again, we baseball/prospect enthusiasts are gifted a brand new gem that has yet to be uncovered. A lot of times, it is not until they have made their MLB debut, or right before their call-up, that we hear their names for the first time.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 6

Diamondbacks and Padres Battle to Stay in Wild Card Race

On May 27 there was a two-way tie atop the National League Wild Card standings between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Diego Padres. Both teams had identical 31-24 records, and were just 4.5 games back of the Dodgers in the NL West.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Corbin Carroll News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Corbin Carroll had a strong message about the state of Diamondbacks

As the MLB trade deadline looms, the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to languish in mediocrity. They are not doing so great down the stretch of the first half of the 2026 MLB season, as they are under .500 with a 44-45 record following a 3-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in a series finale on Sunday at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 5

What D-backs' Brutal Series Loss to Brewers Told Us — And What it Didn't

The Arizona Diamondbacks had numerous opportunities to win two out of three against the Milwaukee Brewers. Arguably, there is a case for a potential sweep.

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Eduardo Rodriguez News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 5

Eduardo Rodriguez Backs Up All-Star Nod With Strong Start vs Brewers

Arizona Diamondbacks' newest All-Star pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez wasted no time in backing up his selection on Sunday, in Arizona's finale of a three-game series with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 5

Who Diamondbacks fans think was snubbed from an All-Star spot

PHOENIX — With this year’s MLB All-Star selections set, some Arizona Diamondbacks fans were left wondering why one of the club’s most dynamic players was left off the National League roster: second baseman Ketel Marte.

Adrian Del Castillo News / Field Level Media / July 5

Adrian Del Castillo belts 3-run homer to power Diamondbacks past Brewers

Adrian Del Castillo blasted a three-run homer in the first inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks maintained that lead throughout the 4-3 win against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday evening in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

1 massive MLB trade deadline mistake Diamondbacks must avoid making

At 43-43, the Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves in baseball’s most maddening position: firmly on the fence. They’re not good enough to feel comfortable, not bad enough to justify selling, and sitting just 2.5 games back of the final NL Wild Card spot with the August 3 trade deadline fast approaching.

Brandon Pfaadt News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

D-Backs To Recall Brandon Pfaadt

The Diamondbacks will recall Brandon Pfaadt to start tomorrow’s game against the Giants, manager Torey Lovullo told reporters (including Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports).

Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / June 28

Junior Caminero continues home-run barrage as Rays sweep Diamondbacks

Caminero has now homered in four consecutive games for the first time in his career and leads all third basemen with 22 home runs this season.

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Carlos Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

D-Backs Release Carlos Santana

The Diamondbacks officially released veteran first baseman Carlos Santana, according to the MLB.com transaction log. That was expected after he was designated for assignment on Wednesday.

Max Kepler News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

D-backs To Activate Max Kepler

The Diamondbacks signed veteran outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal earlier this month as the 33-year-old wrapped up the final stages of an 80-game PED suspension.