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Diamondbacks' Closer Options are Already Dwindling

The Arizona Diamondbacks need a closer this offseason. Although their list of overall needs is quite lengthy, the ninth inning has been an area of contention for some time.

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Diamondbacks Winter Transaction Possibilities

The Arizona Diamondbacks Winter transaction possibilities for the 2026 season are vast. They went 80–82 in 2025 and missed the playoffs, so this winter is extremely important if they want to contend for a playoff spot.

Merrill Kelly News / Burn City Sports / December 4

Could Merrill Kelly stunningly return to the Diamondbacks in 2026?

The Diamondbacks are in talks with a familiar face to bring back some starting pitching help for the upcoming 2026 MLB season, as Merrill Kelly has been wanting to return to Arizona if the deal is right.

Zac Gallen News / Burn City Sports / December 4

Former D-backs SP Zac Gallen linked to NL West division rival

Former Diamondbacks SP Zac Gallen is making the rounds of free agency and has been rumored to be linked with the D-backs’ NL West division rival, the San Francisco Giants.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 4

Why D-backs Should Avoid Eugenio Suárez Reunion

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a long list of needs this offseason, but it seems unlikely that one particular fan-favorite reunion is in the cards. Third baseman Eugenio Suárez, who enjoyed a career resurgence in 2025 dating back to the second half of 2024, was traded away at the Deadline back to the Seattle Mariners.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 4

Mets’ perfect trade offer for Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte

The 2025 MLB Winter Meetings begin this Sunday, and run through Wednesday, December 10 in Orlando, Florida, framing a busy stretch that includes the MLB Draft Lottery on Tuesday, December 9 and the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday, December 10.

Pete Fairbanks News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 4

Diamondbacks interested in Pete Fairbanks

Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen has admitted that upgrading the bullpen is a priority this offseason. One specific name on their list of targets is Pete Fairbanks, as Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports that the Snakes have engaged in discussions with the right-hander.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 4

Proposed Ketel Marte Trade Only Benefits D-backs Under One Condition

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of an intruguing storyline this offseason — whether or not they choose to trade All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte.

Austin Pope News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 3

Former D-backs Reliever Signs with Braves

A former Arizona Diamondbacks reliever, after making his MLB debut in the 2025 season, has officially landed a job outside the D-backs' organization, according to his transaction log.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / December 3

Diamondbacks target former Rays closer to bolster bullpen

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks are eyeing help for the back end of their bullpen, reportedly targeting a former Tampa Bay Rays closer. According to Arizona Central’s Nick Piecoro, the Diamondbacks are in conversations to bring veteran reliever Pete Fairbanks to the Valley after the Rays declined his 2026 club option.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 3

Diamondbacks Talking With Former Rays Closer

The Arizona Diamondbacks may be getting nearer to landing a closer. According to recent reports from PHNX Diamondbacks' Derek Montilla and The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro, the Diamondbacks have been engaged in discussions with former Tampa Bay Rays right-hander and current free agent closer Pete Fairbanks.

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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.

Tommy Henry News / Burn City Sports / December 3

D-backs bring back SP Tommy Henry, pitching rotation remains unclear

The offseason spotlight often shines on blockbuster signings, but there’s subtle power in pitching projects, and the Diamondbacks’ decision to re-sign Tommy Henry fits squarely in that playbook.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 3

Diamondbacks’ pitching options in free agency are running out

The Diamondbacks’ 2025 season exposed deep cracks in both their rotation and bullpen, and with high-profile free agents slipping off the board so far this offseason, front-office options to address their pitching problems are running out.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 3

Diamondbacks Re-Sign Starting Pitcher

According to their transactions log page, the Arizona Diamondbacks have re-signed one of their free agent starting pitchers — but it's not Zac Gallen or Merrill Kelly.

Jeff Brigham News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 3

Veteran Reliever's D-backs Tenure Ended on Ugly Note

The Arizona Diamondbacks went through one of the more arduous seasons in recent history in 2025, dealing with a plethora of injuries and underperforming expectations across the board by a wide margin.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 3

Diamondbacks Named Fit for 8 Potential Trade Candidates

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a lot of needs this offseason, and there are certainly plenty of options. Regardless of whether or not some of the available players are realistic or not, there are many that at least warrant a look.

Pete Alonso News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 2

Outlets Continue to Push Unrealistic Signing on D-backs

The Arizona Diamondbacks need a first baseman, without a doubt. But they don't need a risky, high-cost veteran slugger while in the midst of a payroll-strapped, pitching-needy offseason.

Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 2

D-backs May be Forced to Face Zac Gallen on NL West Rival

The Arizona Diamondbacks seem to be mostly out of the running to re-sign long-time ace Zac Gallen, especially after the lucrative deal signed by comparable righty Dylan Cease.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 2

Diamondbacks linked to Japanese superstar in free agency

For a franchise that has spent the last two years building off of a World Series run and shaping its identity, the Arizona Diamondbacks now must address free agency heading into 2026, and that could shape their future for years to come.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 2

Will Diamondbacks actually trade Ketel Marte? What teams currently believe

Coming off of a season marred by injuries, the Arizona Diamondbacks have a number of decisions to make in terms of the franchise’s future. Chief among them is whether or not to trade Ketel Marte.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 1

Mariners Slugger Predicted To Bolt For 3-Year, $70M Deal With Diamondbacks

The Seattle Mariners made a few moves at the trade deadline last season to put their team in a position to succeed. They acquired Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez in a pair of trades with the Arizona Diamondbacks at the trade deadline.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 1

Rockies sign Nicky Lopez, John Brebbia to minor league deals

The Rockies have signed infielder Nicky Lopez and right-hander John Brebbia to minor league deals, reports Kevin Henry of the Denver Gazette. Both players will receive invites to big league spring training.

Ketel Marte News / Yardbarker / November 25

Potential Ketel Marte trade will be expensive

Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive

Marte has been the primary second baseman for the Diamondbacks since the 2022 campaign.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / November 22

Arizona Diamondbacks 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist

The Arizona Diamondbacks are a team stuck in the mud due to a confluence of numerous issues that have them needing to make some big moves to get back to the October magical times.