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Merrill Kelly Gave Up Longer Offer to Return to Diamondbacks

Merrill Kelly had made it clear before being traded to the Texas Rangers in late July that he would always be open to coming back to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Arizona Diamondbacks Owner Throws Shade At The Dodgers – 'Gorilla Doesn’t Win Every Fight'

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dominated the MLB the past three years, both off the field and on it. They are spending at an unprecedented level in the free agent market, thereby winning the World Series for a second straight year.

Zac Gallen News / Total Pro Sports / February 16

Why Did Zac Gallen Take The Same One-Year Deal After Turning Down The Diamondbacks’ QO?

Zac Gallen was a free agent for the first time in his career after seven seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks. But the 30-year-old did not attract the level of interest from teams he hoped for after a subpar 2025 campaign.

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Merrill Kelly News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / February 15

Merrill Kelly Reacts to Being Named D-backs' Opening Day Starter

For the first time in his major league career Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly will get the ball on opening day. At age 37, Kelly is the 13th different D-backs opening day starter.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Zac Gallen News / Athlon Sports / February 15

Zac Gallen Explains Diamondbacks Signing Decision in MLB Free Agency

The Arizona Diamondbacks and starting pitcher Zac Gallen recently agreed to a reunion in MLB free agency. After declining the qualifying offer and testing the market, Gallen returned to Arizona on a one-year deal.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / February 15

D-Backs’ ace reports for Spring Training as Zac Gallen and GM Mike Hazen reflect on return

SCOTTSDALE — Right-handed pitcher Zac Gallen reported to the Arizona Diamondbacks for the club’s first full team practice after re-signing on a one-year deal, returning to finish what he started in the desert.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15

Diamondbacks owner is willing to go 'all in' to compete with Dodgers

After losing the World Series to the Texas Rangers in 2023, the Diamondbacks have missed the playoffs for the past two seasons and took a further step back in 2025 due to injury.

Shohei Ohtani looks 'fantastic' as Dodgers shift into high gear

Phillies' Bryce Harper is sick of the criticism Dodgers face

Padres' Manny Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / February 15

Diamondbacks celebrate 2001 World Series’ 25th Anniversary in 2026 promotional lineup

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have rolled out their 2026 promotional schedule, featuring must-have giveaways, family-friendly events and a celebration of the club’s 2001 World Series championship.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / February 15

D-backs Owner Had Bold Statement About Competing With Dodgers

The Arizona Diamondbacks play in one of the toughest divisional environments in professional sports, sharing the NL West with a number of highly-competitive teams.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / February 15

Chase Field Stadium Repair Costs to Exceed Initial Estimates

Sunday was the first day of full-squad workouts for the Arizona Diamondbacks. As is custom, Managing General Partner Ken Kendrick and President and CEO Derrick Hall addressed the media.

Paul Sewald News / Legends On Deck / February 15

Arizona Diamondbacks Bring Back Paul Sewald

The Arizona Diamondbacks bring back pitcher Paul Sewald. They agreed on a one-year, $1.5 million contract for the 2026 season. His return adds experience to the bullpen.

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Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / February 15

Why Zac Gallen Reunion Could Be Massive for D-backs Bullpen

On Friday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks reportedly agreed to a deal with right-hander Zac Gallen, reuniting with their former ace on a one-year, $22.025 million deal.