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Here's What Brandon Pfaadt Did During His First AAA Start in 3 Years

The handling of right-hander Brandon Pfaadt has been a bit of a roller coaster for the Arizona Diamondbacks this season. It's been a rocky, back-and-forth type of season for the right-hander, who entered the year as a firm member of Arizona's major league starting rotation for the third season in a row.

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Lawlar, Gurriel Returns Will Create Uncomfortable Problem for D-backs

Both of the Arizona Diamondbacks' rehabbing outfielders are getting closer to making their return to the field. But that very reality will soon create another dilemma for a team that's already had to make its fair share of tough decisions this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 10

D-Backs’ Corbin Carroll dismisses outside noise around Ketel Marte

PHOENIX — Corbin Carroll pushed back against outside criticism of teammate Ketel Marte, saying reports questioning Marte’s status within the organization

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 10

Diamondbacks Announce Lineup for Critical Game 2 vs Marlins

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in danger of losing a series to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. After an ungly, back-and-forth affair resulted in a 10-6 loss in game one, the Diamondbacks will get another shot at the pesky Marlins.

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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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Tim Tawa News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 10

Diamondbacks' Tim Tawa Isn't Going Away Quietly

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo's words to utilityman Tim Tawa, when Tawa was sent down to Triple-A Reno nine days ago were simple and encouraging: "He's going to get on a little bit of a roll in Triple-A, and I told him, 'Go down there, do your job and we'll see you at some point very, very soon,'" Lovullo said.

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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.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 10

Latest Ketel Marte Frustration Rumors Aren't Worth Entertaining, Yet

The internal frustration with Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte appears to have resurfaced. Marte, who notably took the day off

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 10

Diamondbacks' task: Cool off hot Marlins

Shortstop Otto Lopez leads the majors in batting average, rookie catcher Joe Mack is coming off a 4-for-4 game, and Miami has won six of its past seven games.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 10

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 9

Diamondbacks' Pitching Hammered in Back-And-Forth Game vs Marlins

It was not a good day for the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching staff Tuesday night — that much is certain. The Diamondbacks, following their series loss to the Washington Nationals, began a three-game set with the Marlins at loanDepot Park in Miami.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 9

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.

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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.

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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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.

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.

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.

Max Kepler News / HITC / June 8

Arizona Diamondbacks sign outfielder currently serving suspension for PED violation

The Arizona Diamondbacks have added Max Kepler, but this is not a clean midseason reinforcement. Arizona is chasing depth now and value later. Kepler gives the club a left-handed corner outfield bat, but only after the final stretch of his PED suspension is complete.

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