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D-backs' Ryan Waldschmidt Reacts to 1st MLB Hit
After Arizona Diamondbacks top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt reviewed the footage of his first MLB hit, it was tough to focus on the swing itself. Waldschmidt was called up to the majors earlier on Friday, and was not in the starting lineup against the New York Mets Friday night.
Ryne Nelson News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9
D-backs Waste Ryne Nelson Gem in Another Poor Offensive Night vs Mets
The Arizona Diamondbacks have lost 15 of their last 19 games against the New York Mets at Chase Field. This time, the D-backs scored only one run and lost 3-1 in extra innings.
Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8
Ketel Marte Scratched from D-backs Lineup vs Mets With Illness
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte has been scratched from Friday night's lineup against the New York Mets, the team announced. The D-backs later revealed that it was an illness for Marte, not an injury.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / May 8
Ryan Waldschmidt could be the missing piece for the Arizona Diamondbacks
For the Diamondbacks, Ryan Waldschmidt is arriving with a lot of hype and anticipation that he can bring to Arizona’s lineup. Their front office has spent the past several seasons building a roster centered on speed, versatility, and relentless offensive pressure.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Alek Thomas News / Burn City Sports / May 8
Was designating Alek Thomas for assignment the right move for the Diamondbacks
In a statement move on Friday afternoon, the Arizona Diamondbacks showed they could no longer afford patience without production. Designating Alek Thomas for assignment was not about effort, attitude, or defense.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 8
D-Backs fans weigh in on Alek Thomas DFA as club turns to prospect Ryan Waldschmidt
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated longtime outfielder Alek Thomas for assignment, marking the end of a long and often frustrating search for consistency from one of the organization’s former top prospects.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Diamondbacks Designate Alek Thomas For Assignment, Promote Ryan Waldschmidt
The D-backs are cutting ties with one former top outfield prospect in order to turn the page toward a new one. Arizona announced Friday that Alek Thomas has been designated for assignment, while top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt‘s contract has been selected to the majors.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Diamondbacks’ surprise breakout star behind MLB lead in triples
At 17-18, the Arizona Diamondbacks are five games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. While still early in the season, the Diamondbacks will need to find their consistency to make a real playoff push.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7
Nolan Arenado sums up Paul Skenes' stuff after getting shut out
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, as he’s been doing to all opponents since an uncharacteristic Opening Day dud, absolutely dominated the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 1-0 win on Wednesday night.
Eduardo Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / May 6
D-backs support Eduardo Rodriguez's gem, blank Pirates
Eduardo Rodriguez tossed seven scoreless innings and Geraldo Perdomo had a two-run double during a five-run sixth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks notched a 9-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night at Phoenix.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Diamondbacks Outright Aramis Garcia, Jesus Valdez
The Diamondbacks announced that they have outrighted catcher Aramis Garcia to Triple-A Reno and infielder Jesus Valdez to Double-A Amarillo. Garcia had been designated for assignment last week when Gabriel Moreno was activated from the 10-day injured list.
Ildemaro Vargas News / Just Baseball / May 5
Ildemaro Vargas Is One of MLB’s Top Feel-Good Stories in 2026
Prior to the 2026 season, Ildemaro Vargas had played nine years in the big leagues and compiled just 1.8 bWAR. He had never posted an above-average OPS+, either, sticking around as a utilityman who played every position except catcher and center field across five different ball clubs.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 4
Sagging Diamondbacks sense opportunity in return to Arizona against Pirates
The Arizona Diamondbacks were beaten and battered on a 2-6 excursion and have fallen a game below .500. The Diamondbacks will look to regain their form with a six-game homestand that begins Tuesday night in Phoenix with the opener of a three-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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