A relatively minor trade took place tonight between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers. In the deal, the Rangers receive for Arizona Minor League Pitcher of the Year, Dustin Nippert and the D-Backs get minor league pitcher Jose Marte. Nippert was originally the favorite to take the last spot in Arizona's bullpen so this deal is a little surprise.
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Davis diagnosed with thyroid cancer
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Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Doug Davis has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Despite the cancer, Davis plans on staying with the team for a few weeks. Tonight, Davis will be making his scheduled start at Chase Field. Davis also plans on making a few starts in the month of April and then undergo surgery at the end of the month. After the surgery, he'll be sidelined indefinitely.
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