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Ketel Marte’s walk-off homer was big, but his postgame quote may matter more

Ketel Marte’s walk-off homer was big, but his postgame quote may matter more

PHOENIX — Ketel Marte’s go-ahead three-run homer against the San Francisco Giants that capped a 5-3 comeback win Tuesday may have secured a series victory, but his postgame comments have people talking, too.

Ryne Nelson News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 20
What To Make Of Ryne Nelson's Puzzling Start Against The Giants

What To Make Of Ryne Nelson's Puzzling Start Against The Giants

It was, by no means, the strongest start of Arizona Diamondbacks righty Ryne Nelson's season. In fact, much of the data suggests it was a relatively poor one.

Ketel Marte News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20
Ketel Marte had the coldest celebration of the season after his walk-off home run vs. Giants

Ketel Marte had the coldest celebration of the season after his walk-off home run vs. Giants

Ketel Marte met the moment on Tuesday as he crushed the hearts of San Francisco Giants fans everywhere. The Arizona Diamondbacks star was at the plate with runners at first and second and two outs as his team trailed 3-2 in the bottom of the 9th inning.

Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / May 20
Ketel Marte belts walk-off homer as D-backs overtake Giants

Ketel Marte belts walk-off homer as D-backs overtake Giants

Ketel Marte capped a four-run bottom of the ninth inning with a two-out, three-run home run, lifting the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 5-3 walk-off win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday in Phoenix.

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The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to hit at least 30 home runs in a season for each MLB franchise most recently can you name in six minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

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.

Joe Ross News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 19
Diamondbacks Officially Release Veteran Reliever

Diamondbacks Officially Release Veteran Reliever

The Arizona Diamondbacks are moving on from one of their more controversial relief arms. According to the Triple-A Reno Aces' transaction logs, the Diamondbacks have parted ways with right-hander Joe Ross, who was released by the Aces as of Monday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19
Corbin Carroll scores electric Little League home run after getting beaned on the head

Corbin Carroll scores electric Little League home run after getting beaned on the head

Corbin Carroll scored a home run the hard way during Tuesday’s clash against the San Francisco Giants. The Arizona Diamondbacks speedster was at the plate with the bases empty and one out in the bottom of the 1st inning.

Corbin Carroll News / Burn City Sports / May 19
Corbin Carroll drilled in head during incredible inside-the-park home run

Corbin Carroll drilled in head during incredible inside-the-park home run

Corbin Carroll has built his reputation on speed, pressure, and chaos. But even by his standards, his inside-the-park homerun on Tuesday night was something baseball fans may never see again.

Corbin Burnes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 19
Diamondbacks’ Corbin Burnes shares injury update, reveals when he could return

Diamondbacks’ Corbin Burnes shares injury update, reveals when he could return

Arizona Diamondbacks star pitcher Corbin Burnes is continuing to recover from Tommy John surgery. The Diamondbacks are hopeful that Burnes will be able to return at some point during the summer.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

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.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19
Diamondbacks Place James McCann On IL, Select Aramis Garcia

Diamondbacks Place James McCann On IL, Select Aramis Garcia

The Diamondbacks announced that catcher James McCann has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained right quad. Fellow catcher Aramis Garcia has been selected to take his place on the roster.

Corbin Carroll News / CBSSports.com / May 19

Free MLB home run picks for May 19: Expert likes Corbin Carroll among top HR prop bets for Tuesday

SportsLine expert Matt Snyder gives his top home run plays for Tuesday's MLB slate

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / May 19
D-Backs rookie Ryan Waldschmidt delivers rare performance against Giants

D-Backs rookie Ryan Waldschmidt delivers rare performance against Giants

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt’s offensive spark against the San Francisco Giants on Monday placed him in rare company. Monday’s win over the Giants was significant for the Diamondbacks, with the outfielder going 3-for-3 with two doubles and an RBI — along with two stolen bases.

Nolan Arenado News / Field Level Media / May 19
Nolan Arenado's first-inning slam sparks D-backs' blowout of Giants

Nolan Arenado's first-inning slam sparks D-backs' blowout of Giants

Nolan Arenado hit Robbie Ray's sixth pitch of the game for a grand slam and the Arizona Diamondbacks opened a three-game home series against the San Francisco Giants with a 12-2 victory on Monday.

Corbin Carroll News / Field Level Media / May 17
Corbin Carroll helps Diamondbacks beat Rockies with 2-home run game

Corbin Carroll helps Diamondbacks beat Rockies with 2-home run game

Corbin Carroll hit two homers and drove in three runs Sunday to help the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks post an 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies. After a 105-minute weather delay to start the series finale, Michael Soroka (6-2) threw 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on six hits, striking out eight and walking two.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 16
Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

In leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies, starting pitcher Merrill Kelly accomplished a career-first and a rarity across Major League Baseball.  Kelly pitched the first complete game of his eight-year career on Friday night, allowing only one run off four hits.

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Nolan Arenado News / Just Baseball / May 15
Father Time Can’t Keep Nolan Arenado Down

Father Time Can’t Keep Nolan Arenado Down

I think we can all agree that baseball is at its best when its top stars are performing. This year is a true testament to that.   We are entering mid-May, having seen true resurgences from Mike Trout and Jacob deGrom.

Alek Thomas News / Yardbarker / May 12
Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?

Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?

The Los Angeles Dodgers hold a high reputation when it comes to developing players. Could Thomas be the next in line?

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