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The Electric Diamondbacks Prospect Fans Can't Afford to Overlook

The Electric Diamondbacks Prospect Fans Can't Afford to Overlook

When the Arizona Diamondbacks traded one of their only left-handed relief options to the Philadelphia Phillies this offseason, the perception of that deal was not exactly overwhelmingly positive.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / August 29
Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

Carroll continues to be a dominant force for the Diamondbacks.

Giants to retire Jeff Kent's number between games of twin bill with D-backs
First-pitch homer, 2 other long balls send Diamondbacks past Giants
The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29
First-pitch homer, 2 other long balls send Diamondbacks past Giants

First-pitch homer, 2 other long balls send Diamondbacks past Giants

Lars Nootbaar hit the first pitch of the game for a home run, Corbin Carroll and Tim Tawa homered in a five-run third inning, and the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks overpowered the San Francisco Giants 10-6 on Friday.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / August 28
Former Arizona Cardinal weighs in on D-Backs’ Ketel Marte situation

Former Arizona Cardinal weighs in on D-Backs’ Ketel Marte situation

PHOENIX — The recent controversy surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Ketel Marte has left the baseball world, with a former Cardinals linebacker now weighing in.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 28
D-backs Make Late Nolan Arenado Change to Friday's Lineup vs Giants

D-backs Make Late Nolan Arenado Change to Friday's Lineup vs Giants

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado was a late scratch from Arizona's lineup on Thursday night. He was, at least initially, not in their game two lineup against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Friday night, either.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 28
Diamondbacks' Latest Roster Move Sets Friday's Starter vs Giants

Diamondbacks' Latest Roster Move Sets Friday's Starter vs Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to shuffle their pitching staff with their latest roster move. On Friday, ahead of their 7:15 p.m. scheduled matchup with the San Francisco Giants, the Diamondbacks have brought up their starting pitcher from Triple-A.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 28
When Corbin Burnes, Zac Gallen Will Make First AAA Rehab Starts

When Corbin Burnes, Zac Gallen Will Make First AAA Rehab Starts

The Arizona Diamondbacks' starting rotation is in a state of flux, but two of their injured arms are progressing back towards an eventual major league return.

Andy Green News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28
Notable update emerges on future of Mets interim manager Andy Green

Notable update emerges on future of Mets interim manager Andy Green

The interim manager job will likely be as good as it gets for Andy Green in New York. Green revealed this week that he is unlikely to become the full-time manager of the New York Mets after the season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Torey Lovullo Reveals Plan for Ketel Marte's Return After Tumultuous Week

Torey Lovullo Reveals Plan for Ketel Marte's Return After Tumultuous Week

After a crazy and complicated week, the Arizona Diamondbacks are preparing to welcome star second baseman Ketel Marte back within the next couple of days.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 28
'You Can Do Whatever You Do': Ex-MLB Star Defends Diamondbacks-Cubs Controversy With a Bold Take

'You Can Do Whatever You Do': Ex-MLB Star Defends Diamondbacks-Cubs Controversy With a Bold Take

The Diamondbacks cried foul over sign stealing, but MLB essentially told them there was nothing to complain about. Arizona accused Cubs third-base coach Quintin Berry of relaying Merrill Kelly’s pitches, only for the league to rule that Berry had done nothing illegal.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 27
Latest Report Sheds New Light on Strange Ketel Marte Drama

Latest Report Sheds New Light on Strange Ketel Marte Drama

The strange story of Ketel Marte's unexcused absence, reported personal issue and subsequent stint on the injured list continues to gather wrinkles as time progresses.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 27
Nolan Arenado Scratched From Diamondbacks' Lineup vs Giants

Nolan Arenado Scratched From Diamondbacks' Lineup vs Giants

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado was initially in Thursday night's starting lineup against the San Francisco Giants, but he's since been removed, less than an hour prior to first pitch.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 27
Diamondbacks Make New 2-Pitcher Roster Move

Diamondbacks Make New 2-Pitcher Roster Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks are making a roster move ahead of the opening matchup of their four-game series against the San Francisgo Giants at Oracle Park.

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The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
 The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
 The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
 The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
 The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 27
Diamondbacks Officially Release Veteran Pitcher

Diamondbacks Officially Release Veteran Pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks have released one of their veteran pitching options after only three appearances. According to the transaction logs on his player page, Arizona has parted ways with veteran right-handed starter and long man Zack Littell.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Diamondbacks players are 'exhausted' by Ketel Marte

Diamondbacks players are 'exhausted' by Ketel Marte

Ketel Marte’s Arizona Diamondbacks teammates sound like they are running out of patience for dealing with the drama he continues to cause. 

D-backs CEO Derrick Hall says Marte has 'explaining to do'
Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
Brewers reportedly could trade one All-Star this offseason
Details emerge on Jazz Chisholm's expected offseason outcome
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Ken Rosenthal reveals new information about Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte drama

Ken Rosenthal reveals new information about Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte drama

The Arizona Diamondbacks are likely to have infielder Ketel Marte back on the active roster Monday when he is eligible to come off the injured list. Marte left the Diamondbacks earlier in August when the team started a series in Boston against the Red Sox.

Zack Littell News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Diamondbacks Release Zack Littell

Diamondbacks Release Zack Littell

The Diamondbacks placed Zack Littell on release waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Assuming he goes unclaimed, he’ll be a free agent. Arizona designated Littell for assignment on Sunday, ending his tenure with the club after three appearances.

Eduardo Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / August 26
Eduardo Rodriguez helps Diamondbacks blank Cubs

Eduardo Rodriguez helps Diamondbacks blank Cubs

Jordan Lawlar homered, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven scoreless innings, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 to win the rubber game of a three-game series matching National League wild-card contenders in Phoenix on Wednesday afternoon.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 26
Torey Lovullo Announces Reason for Gabriel Moreno’s Removal From Diamondbacks Lineup

Torey Lovullo Announces Reason for Gabriel Moreno’s Removal From Diamondbacks Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Wednesday that Gabriel Moreno’s absence from the starting lineup is simply a scheduled rest day, according

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 26
Torey Lovullo Reveals Jordan Lawlar Update After Diamondbacks Game

Torey Lovullo Reveals Jordan Lawlar Update After Diamondbacks Game

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar received encouraging news after taking a fastball to the helmet during Tuesday’s 5-4 walk-off victory over the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26
Diamondbacks rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

Diamondbacks rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

Rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt has etched his name into Arizona Diamondbacks history. D-Backs manager Torey Lovullo threw Waldschmidt into a massive spot Tuesday, trailing the Chicago Cubs 4-3 in the bottom of the 9th inning.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25
Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo admits who’s wrong in Merrill Kelly controversy

Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo admits who’s wrong in Merrill Kelly controversy

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs turned a lopsided Monday night into one of the more heated scenes of the season, and by Tuesday, manager Torey Lovullo had walked back his side of it.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Viral Sports News / August 25
Diamondbacks’ 26-Year-Old Catcher Abruptly Retires

Diamondbacks’ 26-Year-Old Catcher Abruptly Retires

Jeremiah Boyd, a 26-year-old catcher in the Arizona Diamondbacks organization, has retired from professional baseball, according to an entry in the Minor League Baseball transaction log.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 23
Diamondbacks Designate Zack Littell For Assignment, Place Michael Soroka On IL

Diamondbacks Designate Zack Littell For Assignment, Place Michael Soroka On IL

The Diamondbacks announced that right-hander Drey Jameson has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list. He had been out since late July with right hip inflammation.

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