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It Sounds Like Pavin Smith Could Lose Playing Time Very Soon

It's no secret that Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman and DH Pavin Smith has not produced offensively this season. The frustration among the fan base is palpable — understandably so, to a certain, non-derogatory degree.

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How D-backs' No. 2 Prospect Kayson Cunningham is Adjusting to High-A

The 2026 season has been a new experience for Arizona Diamondbacks No. 2 prospect and infielder Kayson Cunningham. The 20-year-old, whom the Diamondbacks drafted 18th overall in 2025, is playing his first full season of professional baseball, and he's already made the jump from Low-A to High-A.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 2

Will the Diamondbacks host an MLB All-Star Game again soon?

PHOENIX — It’s been 15 years since the Arizona Diamondbacks hosted the MLB All-Star Game, but could a return of the Midsummer Classic be on the horizon?

Brandon Pfaadt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 2

The Quiet Change That Might Have Unlocked D-backs' Brandon Pfaadt

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Brandon Pfaadt's first start back in the major league rotation could not have gone much better, given the limitations.

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How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Zac Gallen News / Burn City Sports / July 2

Arizona isn’t ready to pull the plug on Zac Gallen

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen’s future with the club doesn’t appear to be ending anytime soon — at least internally — there haven’t been discussions about moving on from him.

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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 / 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.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 2

What D-backs' Huge Series Win vs Giants Told Us — And What it Didn't

The Arizona Diamondbacks' historic season-opening win streak over the San Francisco Giants may have come to an end on Wednesday night, but it was still a third straight series victory over their NL West rivals.

Zac Gallen News / Burn City Sports / July 2

D-Backs fans are running out of patience with Zac Gallen after loss vs. Giants

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ undefeated streak against the San Francisco Giants in 2026 came to an end Wednesday, with fans growing even more frustrated over Zac Gallen’s latest outing.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 2

Diamondbacks' Historic Streak Against Giants Finally Comes to an End

The Arizona Diamondbacks' historic streak against the San Francisco Giants has finally come to an end — likely to the widespread disappointment of Arizona fans, and the relief of Giants fans.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 1

Diamondbacks Injured Catcher to Begin Rehab Assignment

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting closer to seeing the return of one of their veteran players in the coming weeks. According to a recent update from D-backs manager Torey Lovullo (via Alex Weiner of AZSports), veteran backup catcher James McCann is one step closer to a return to the field.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Diamondbacks cruise to win, remain unbeaten vs. Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks ran their season-long winning streak against the San Francisco Giants to eight games Tuesday night, riding home runs from Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

Brandon Pfaadt's Terrific Return Was As Good As D-backs Could Have Hoped

The last pitch Brandon Pfaadt threw on Tuesday night left the ballpark for a solo home run. But for as sour of a note as that might have been to end on, Pfaadt's first outing back as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks' starting rotation simply could not have gone much better.

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Mike Soroka News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

D-backs' Michael Soroka Could Be Back Way Sooner Than Expected

The Arizona Diamondbacks could use as many rotational reinforcements as possible in their current state, but they might be getting a key arm back sooner than expected.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 30

2026 June Farm Report: NL West

Our penultimate farm report for June 2026 will focus on the five NL West teams. All five teams have prospects with arrows up, including a scorching-hot catcher from the Rockies and several infielders within the Diamondbacks system.

Mike Hazen News / Burn City Sports / June 30

Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen shares trade deadline plans

The Arizona Diamondbacks are the definition of a team caught between promise and frustration, though what side will the D-backs end up on when it comes time for the trade deadline?

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 30

D-backs to recall RHP Brandon Pfaadt to face Giants, Landen Roupp

The Arizona Diamondbacks will be looking to continue their mastery of the San Francisco Giants when the National League West rivals meet in a rematch in Phoenix on Tuesday night.

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).

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / June 30

Geraldo Perdomo's 3-run double propels Diamondbacks past Giants

Geraldo Perdomo broke a fifth-inning tie with a bases-clearing double, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven innings of one-run ball and the Arizona Diamondbacks held on to defeat the San Francisco Giants 5-4 on Monday in Phoenix.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Ketel Marte takes major step towards all-time Diamondbacks history vs. Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks saw Ketel Marte add another entry to his growing franchise resume on Monday night, when the veteran second baseman opened the game vs.