Arizona Diamondbacks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Why MLB's Winter Meetings were so slow, plus what's next for Alex Bregman, Ketel Marte, more

The MLB world gathered in Orlando this week ... but it didn't result in a flurry of deals

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 11

Diamondbacks’ Lovullo acknowledges uphill battle to re-sign Gallen and Kelly

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo offered an update Thursday on two former cornerstone starters whose futures remain uncertain. Lovullo told Arizona Sports that right-handers Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly remain in fluid situations, acknowledging it could be a challenge to bring either pitcher back.

Torey Lovullo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 11

Torey Lovullo Discusses D-backs' ABS Challenge Strategy

The Automated Balls and Strikes (ABS) challenge system is coming to Major League Baseball in the 2026 season. Players will have (with some limitations) an opportunity to challenge balls and strikes at the major league level for the first time in the upcoming year.

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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 11

Pirates’ perfect trade offer for Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte

The Pittsburgh Pirates have an opportunity to address one of their most glaring weaknesses at the winter meetings by pursuing Arizona’s elite second baseman, Ketel Marte.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 11

The Rays Need to Be All In on This Diamondbacks All-Star

The Tampa Bay Rays are busy trying to improve their roster on the margins. They’ve imported a few outfielders, a handful of pitchers and are deciding which young players they trust.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

Diamondbacks Discussed Trade for 2 Rays Pitchers

The Arizona Diamondbacks depart the Winter Meetings without seeing any major trades take place. Of course, the biggest question is Ketel Marte — whether or not he'll be traded, and whether or not the acquiring club can offer enough quality pitching to satisfy GM Mike Hazen and the D-backs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

Diamondbacks Take Right-hander From Cardinals

The Arizona Diamondbacks made three selections in the Triple-A phase of the 2025 Rule 5 Draft this year. Due to not owning an available 40-man roster spot, they did not make any selections during the major league portion of the Draft.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 10

Series down south: Diamondbacks to take on Padres in Mexico City

MEXICO CITY — The Arizona Diamondbacks will head south of the border next April for a two-game series in Mexico City. The team announced they will face the San Diego Padres, marking the first time the Diamondbacks have played in Mexico since 2019.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

Diamondbacks Snag Reliever from Rays

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made their first selection in the Rule 5 Draft. Arizona began their selections in the Triple-A portion of the Draft, selecting right-handed reliever Antonio Menendez from the Tampa Bay Rays' Double-A squad.

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MLB News / CBSSports.com / December 10

MLB returns to Mexico City Series in 2026 with Diamondbacks vs. Padres at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú Béisbol

This will be the third series in Mexico City after 2023 and 2024

Mike Soroka News / Legends On Deck / December 10

Michael Soroka Signs with the Arizona Diamondbacks

Michael Soroka signs with the Arizona Diamondbacks to help out their thin starting rotation. The one-year deal is $7.5 million. However, the team has not yet validated the signing, pending a physical.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

Diamondbacks Win Organizational Award

The Arizona Diamondbacks' minor league system is being recognized for its positive presence in the baseball space. According to a recent press release from Minor League Baseball, the D-backs' organization has won the second annual MiLB Sportsmanship Award for their positive on-field behavior.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10

Red Sox have an edge in Ketel Marte's hot trade market

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

D-backs Torey Lovullo Addresses Corbin Carroll's WBC Decision

The Arizona Diamondbacks are going to have a chance to watch home-grown superstar outfielder Corbin Carroll compete on the highest international stage.

Mike Soroka News / Just Baseball / December 10

Mike Soroka Was a Sneaky-Good Signing for the Diamondbacks

According to reports on the morning of December 8, the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka agreed to terms on a one-year contract pending a physical for the 2026 season.

Ketel Marte News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Pros and Cons of a Ketel Marte Trade for the Rangers

There have been rumors about Ketel Marte being available this offseason. That would be a great get for the Texas Rangers as they look to bounce back after two lackluster years following their World Series Championship in 2023.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 10

D-Backs’ Torey Lovullo chimes in on Ketel Marte trade rumors

ORLANDO — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo offered his perspective on recent reports of trades for second baseman Ketel Marte. Several reports circulating on social media this week have linked Marte to multiple clubs, most notably the Boston Red Sox, as a potential trade target.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 9

Diamondbacks Sign Former Mariners Reliever

According to the Arizona Diamondbacks' transaction log page, the D-backs have signed right-handed reliever Isaiah Campbell to a minor league contract. Arizona needs a great deal of relief help this offseason, with an injury-riddled major league bullpen and dwindling minor league depth options.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 9

Diamondbacks Secure Disappointing Spot in 2026 MLB Draft

The 2026 MLB Draft Lottery took place on Tuesday evening, and the Arizona Diamondbacks now know where they'll be selecting in the first round. The Diamondbacks were awarded the No.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Zac Gallen Announces Personal News Amid MLB Free Agency

Zac Gallen remains one of the most intriguing arms available in MLB free agency. Over seven seasons, the 30-year-old right-hander has developed into one of the league’s most reliable starting pitchers, spending the majority of his career with the Arizona Diamondbacks after debuting with the Miami Marlins in 2019.

Ketel Marte News / Yardbarker / December 8

Another team enters bidding war for Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte has been a hot commodity on the trade market. Another team has reportedly entered the bidding war for Marte's services.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Nationals hire Matt Borgschulte as hitting coach

The Washington Nationals announced what appears to be their full coaching staff at Monday's Winter Meetings (relayed by Andrew Golden of The Washington Post).

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