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Why isn’t Ryan Waldschmidt starting every day for the Diamondbacks?

One of the biggest questions surrounding the Diamondbacks isn’t whether Ryan Waldschmidt can make an impact; it’s why Arizona isn’t giving him more chances to prove it.

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Previewing Huge Diamondbacks-Cubs Game 3 Finale: Rodriguez vs Boyd

The Arizona Diamondbacks will have a chance to earn a much-needed series victory over the Chicago Cubs, after a furious late-inning comeback ended with a thrilling walk-off home run by rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt on Tuesday night.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Torey Lovullo Reveals Jordan Lawlar Update After Diamondbacks Game

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar received encouraging news after taking a fastball to the helmet during Tuesday’s 5-4 walk-off victory over the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Diamondbacks Manager Admits Mistake & Apologizes After MLB Official Clarifies Cubs’ Sign-Relaying Incident

Chicago Cubs’ name in a sign-related controversy? That might not be entirely shocking. Back in 2002, the Cubs were embroiled in a sign-stealing controversy when Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan accused them of relaying signs, leading to a Sammy Sosa home run.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' 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?

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 26

No lead is safe as Diamondbacks, Cubs enter series finale

The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks share the major league lead with 40 come-from-behind victories apiece. Ryan Waldschmidt proved again that no lead if safe against either of these offenses, hitting a two-out, two-run walk-off homer to give the Diamondbacks a 5-4 win on Tuesday.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

Rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt has etched his name into Arizona Diamondbacks history. D-Backs manager Torey Lovullo threw Waldschmidt into a massive spot Tuesday, trailing the Chicago Cubs 4-3 in the bottom of the 9th inning.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Rookie stuns Cubs with feat not seen before in Diamondbacks history

The Arizona Diamondbacks were down to their final out on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, facing a 4-3 deficit in the bottom of the ninth inning. The Diamondbacks had a runner on base when manager Torey Lovullo called upon rookie center fielder Ryan Waldschmidt to pinch hit, emerging as the team’s final hope.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gives update on Jordan Lawlar

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gave a positive update on outfielder Jordan Lawlar after he was removed from Tuesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs after being hit by a pitch.

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Field Level Media / August 26

Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off blast lifts Diamondbacks past Cubs

Pinch hitter Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run walk-off homer with two outs in the ninth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Cubs stunned by Diamondbacks in brutal 9th inning meltdown

The three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks already started off on a sour note for both parties, with the Diamondbacks alleging that the Cubs third base coach was relaying signs to the players — something that starting pitcher Merrill Kelly deemed to be “bush league”.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Diamondbacks end Cubs’ unanswered runs streak in anticlimactic fashion

The Chicago Cubs had one of the most impressive streaks in the last two games. They won their last two games by scoring 26 total runs: 19 against the Seattle Mariners and 7 against the Arizona Diamondbacks in their season opener.

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Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Ryan Waldschmidt does it again as D-Backs rally past Cubs

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to prove why they’re nicknamed the “Answerbacks,” coming back down 4-0 against the Chicago Cubs to win 5-4 thanks to Ryan Waldschmidt’s heroics once again.

Jordan Lawlar News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Jordan Lawlar takes scary hit to the head against Cubs

PHOENIX — Another scary moment unfolded at Chase Field on Tuesday night, this time involving Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jordan Lawlar. Lawlar, who had just returned after recovering from a hamstring injury that had kept him out for two months, was at the plate in the bottom of the eighth inning against Chicago Cubs reliever Daniel Palencia.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly has profane message for Cubs coach amid sign-stealing controversy

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has called out Chicago Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry for his alleged “B.S.” behavior.

Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo admits who’s wrong in Merrill Kelly controversy

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs turned a lopsided Monday night into one of the more heated scenes of the season, and by Tuesday, manager Torey Lovullo had walked back his side of it.

Clay Holmes News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 25

Diamondbacks Reveal New Lineup to Take on Clay Holmes and the Cubs

The Arizona Diamondbacks are aiming to stay alive in the playoff chase, and they'll have to stave off a series loss with a win on Tuesday night against the Chicago Cubs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Diamondbacks’ 26-Year-Old Catcher Abruptly Retires

Jeremiah Boyd, a 26-year-old catcher in the Arizona Diamondbacks organization, has retired from professional baseball, according to an entry in the Minor League Baseball transaction log.

Merrill Kelly News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'Little Bull****': Merrill Kelly Sounds Off After D-Backs Suspected Cubs Coach of Relaying Signs

What looked like a heated exchange in the fifth inning may have left more than just bad blood between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks. The D-backs accused Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry of trying to steal signs, sparking a fiery war of words between the two dugouts and bringing the game close enough to a bench-clearing incident.

Mike Soroka News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 24

When Diamondbacks' Michael Soroka Might Return From New Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka has had a rough recent stretch in terms of health. The right-hander, who signed on a one-year contract this offseason, was cruising through his 2026 season, until a glute strain forced him to sit out around six weeks.

Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 24