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What D-backs' Series Win Over Lowly Angels Told Us — And What It Didn't

No matter how hard the Arizona Diamondbacks may be making things for themselves, they managed to walk out of a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with two wins and a series victory.

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Can Corbin Carroll keep sparking the Diamondbacks’ offense?

Corbin Carroll’s grand slam on Wednesday afternoon helped bring the D-backs a much-needed victory, but its true value stretched well beyond the scoreboard.

Eduardo Rodriguez News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 17

Eduardo Rodriguez Hurls Gem for 100th Career Victory

One could almost feel the entire Arizona Diamondbacks dugout, along with the 28,433 fans at Chase Feld exhale with a sigh of relief as Corbin Carroll's grand slam cleared the wall in the bottom of the second inning.

Corbin Carroll News / Field Level Media / June 17

Corbin Carroll slam launches D-backs past Angels 8-1

Corbin Carroll hit a grand slam to cap a five-run second inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks cruised to an 8-1 win against the visiting Los Angeles Angels in the deciding game of a three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Phoenix.

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The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 17

Diamondbacks Retain Veteran Catcher Despite Recent DFA

The Arizona Diamondbacks will hold on to one of their veteran catcher depth pieces after all — at least, for the time being. According to the transaction log on his MLB player page, veteran catcher Aramis Garcia has cleared waivers, and has accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Reno.

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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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 16

Everything We Know About D-backs' Korean 2-Way Prospect Jun-Sang Eom

On Tuesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks made an intriguing signing official. Korean two-way star Jun-Sang Eom, who was considered a top prospect in the KBO draft this year, inked a deal with Arizona that had been reported just over a week prior.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 16

Diamondbacks Promote MiLB Home Run Leader in Latest Roster Move

Tuesday was moving day for a slew of Arizona Diamondbacks minor league prospects and players. The organization's transaction logs page shows no fewer than 37 separate moves, as players transition between levels.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 16

Diamondbacks agree to terms with Korean superstar Jun-Sang Eom

The most important part of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ signing of Korean standout Jun-Sang Eom isn’t the dollar figure attached to the contract. It’s what the move says about where the organization believes baseball is headed.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / ESPN / June 16

Diamondbacks sign Korean 2-way prospect Eom, 18

The Arizona Diamondbacks and South Korean two-way prospect Jun-Sang Eom, 18, agreed on to a deal during the international signing period that includes a $1.5 million signing bonus, and the team announced the contract on Tuesday.

Pavin Smith News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 16

Pavin Smith's Diamondbacks Roster Spot Isn't Safe Yet

Pavin Smith turned to watch the deep fly ball he'd just hit soar towards the right field bleachers. As it clanged two thirds of the way up the foul pole, the first thought that came to his mind was relief.

Paul Sewald News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 16

How Paul Sewald Found Unexpected Success in Return to Closer Role

Paul Sewald slowly pivoted to watch an ill-fated fastball fly 401 feet over the Arizona Diamondbacks' right field fence. And then, he turned back around and fired another fastball atop the strike zone, confidently slamming the door on his 18th save in 19 opportunities.

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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.

Pavin Smith News / Field Level Media / June 16

Pavin Smith hits first homer of season as Diamondbacks edge Angels

Pavin Smith had two hits, including a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning, to help lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the opener of a three-game series on Monday in Phoenix.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 15

Diamondbacks Reliever Waits for Dreaded 2nd Opinion on Shoulder MRI

It's been a tough series of health updates for A.J. Puk and the Diamondbacks in recent days. Just a few days ago we learned that Puk had to be shut down from his rehab assignment and needed to get an MRI on his left shoulder.

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 15

Why the Diamondbacks Made Surprise Decision to Option Ryan Waldschmidt

When the Arizona Diamondbacks made the tough decision to send No. 1 prospect Ryan Waldschmidt back down to Triple-A Reno, manager Torey Lovullo told the young outfielder to have an "All-Star mentality" — because Waldschmidt is capable of more than simply keeping his head above water.

Lourdes Gurriel News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Diamondbacks Announce Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Roster Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting their starting left fielder back. The Diamondbacks are activating Lourdes Gurriel Jr. from the injured list ahead of today's game against the Los Angeles Angels.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 15

D-backs fans upset with Ryan Waldschmidt being optioned to Triple-A

The Arizona Diamondbacks welcomed Lourdes Gurriel Jr. back from injury this week, a move that should strengthen an offense searching for consistency. But the corresponding roster decision generated a different reaction from D-backs fans, one voiced with frustration as the Diamondbacks optioned top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt back to Triple-A Reno.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Three solo homers lift Diamondbacks past Reds

Tommy Troy, Geraldo Perdomo and Gabriel Moreno homered to help the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks earn a 5-3 win against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday afternoon in the rubber game of their three-game series.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 13

A.J. Puk To Undergo Shoulder MRI

Diamondbacks left-handed reliever A.J. Puk is nearing the one-year anniversary of the internal brace procedure he underwent on his elbow on June 20, 2025.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Diamondbacks' Former Top Prospect Set for Long-Awaited Return

After teasing his potential earlier this season, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jordan Lawlar is finally set to return to the lineup after more than two months on the injured list.

Jordan Lawlar News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

D-Backs Expected To Activate Jordan Lawlar

The Diamondbacks will activate Jordan Lawlar from the 60-day injured list for Friday’s series opener in Cincinnati, reports John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports and 98.7 FM.

Arizona Diamondbacks 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.

Ketel Marte 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.