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6 Players Diamondbacks Need More From in Order to Make Playoffs

6 Players Diamondbacks Need More From in Order to Make Playoffs

As early as it might still be, the Arizona Diamondbacks are already entrenched in a playoff chase that could run unti the very end of the 2026 regular season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 13
Looming Braves Threat Is Diamondbacks' Latest Playoff Obstacle

Looming Braves Threat Is Diamondbacks' Latest Playoff Obstacle

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of a playoff chase, and after an ugly series loss to the Colorado Rockies, their opposition will only get tougher.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 12
Diamondbacks' Ugly Loss to Rockies is Bad Sign for Playoff Hopes

Diamondbacks' Ugly Loss to Rockies is Bad Sign for Playoff Hopes

There is no such thing as a must-win series for a team in possession of a playoff spot in mid-August, especially against a club as weak in the win-loss department as the Colorado Rockies.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz
The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz
Corbin Carroll News / Burn City Sports / August 12
Corbin Carroll’s latest milestone is another piece of his bigger story

Corbin Carroll’s latest milestone is another piece of his bigger story

PHOENIX — Corbin Carroll’s latest career milestone puts him in a club of his own and continues to cement him as the franchise face the Arizona Diamondbacks hoped he would become.

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

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 12
Corbin Carroll Just Did Something That Hasn't Happened Since Willie Mays

Corbin Carroll Just Did Something That Hasn't Happened Since Willie Mays

On Wednesday afternoon, despite a poor offensive game against the Colorado Rockies, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll etched his name into MLB's history books.

Merrill Kelly News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 12
Brutal Merrill Kelly Outing Comes at Unfortunate Time for D-backs

Brutal Merrill Kelly Outing Comes at Unfortunate Time for D-backs

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly appeared to have turned a corner with his successful month of July, but some familiar issues arose during his ugly start against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday afternoon.

Paul Sewald News / Field Level Media / August 12
Blue Jays claim RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from D-backs

Blue Jays claim RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from D-backs

The Toronto Blue Jays claimed right-handed reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. In order to add Sewald to the 40-man roster, the Blue Jays recalled right-hander Jake Bloss and placed him on the 60-day injured list.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 12
Why did this AL East team claim former Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald?

Why did this AL East team claim former Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald?

TORONTO – For Diamondbacks fans, Paul Sewald getting claimed by the Toronto Blue Jays per Steve Gilbert is raising questions after how he just performed for Arizona.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Athlon Sports / August 12
Diamondbacks Share Geraldo Perdomo Update After 1 Missed Game

Diamondbacks Share Geraldo Perdomo Update After 1 Missed Game

The Arizona Diamondbacks received encouraging news ahead of Wednesday's series finale against the Colorado Rockies, as shortstop Geraldo Perdomo returned to the starting lineup after missing just one game with left knee soreness.

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The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
 The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz
The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz
 The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz
Geraldo Perdomo News / Burn City Sports / August 12
Which key Diamondbacks star is set to return on Wednesday against Rockies?

Which key Diamondbacks star is set to return on Wednesday against Rockies?

For the Arizona Diamondbacks, getting Geraldo Perdomo back isn’t simply about adding another name to the lineup. It’s about restoring an offensive identity.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 12
Sewald finds new home with Blue Jays following DFA by D-backs

Paul Sewald finds new home with Blue Jays following DFA by Diamondbacks

Across 39 innings pitched for the Diamondbacks this season, he logged a 6.23 ERA with 44 strikeouts and a 1.10 WHIP.

Diamondbacks parting ways with veteran reliever
The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13
Blue Jays claim Paul Sewald

Blue Jays claim Paul Sewald

The Blue Jays have claimed veteran reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Diamondbacks, reports Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Arizona had designated Sewald for assignment earlier in the week.

Yordan Alvarez News / CBSSports.com / August 12

MLB trends: Edwin Díaz's struggles, Yordan Alvarez's chance at history and a black hole for the Diamondbacks

Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline and as playoff races begin to heat up

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / August 12
D-backs' Merrill Kelly strives to continue mastery of Rockies

D-backs' Merrill Kelly strives to continue mastery of Rockies

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly was forced to leave his last start with a right hamstring cramp, but it would take more than that to break a date with the Colorado Rockies.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 11
Geraldo Perdomo Out of Diamondbacks' Lineup After Injury Scare

Geraldo Perdomo Out of Diamondbacks' Lineup After Injury Scare

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo will not be present in their starting lineup for Tuesday night's game two matchup with the Colorado Rockies at Chase Field.

Nolan Arenado News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Nolan Arenado is Proving Everyone Wrong With Diamondbacks

Nolan Arenado is Proving Everyone Wrong With Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to fly under the radar across the league, not getting the attention they deserve for a team currently tied for the second wild-card spot.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo Leaves Game vs. Rockies with Injury

Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo Leaves Game vs. Rockies with Injury

The Arizona Diamondbacks received a major boost on Monday with Michael Soroka returning from the injured list. The 29-year-old pitched 4.1 scoreless innings in Arizona's 9-0 win against the Colorado Rockies in his first start since June 19 due to a left glute strain.

Mitch Bratt News / Field Level Media / August 11
Behind Mitch Bratt, D-backs chase series win vs. Rockies

Behind Mitch Bratt, D-backs chase series win vs. Rockies

Arizona Diamondbacks rookie left-hander Mitch Bratt made history in his last start. His encore outing will come Tuesday night, when the Diamondbacks meet the Colorado Rockies in the second contest of a three-game series in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / August 10
Diamondbacks parting ways with veteran reliever

Diamondbacks parting ways with veteran reliever

He hadn't recorded a save since July 24 and was no longer being used in his usual closer role.

The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 10
3 roster moves Diamondbacks must make after 2026 MLB trade deadline

3 roster moves Diamondbacks must make after 2026 MLB trade deadline

While the Arizona Diamondbacks didn’t get what would have been an important trade piece for the pitching staff, they were able to boost the team by getting Lars Nootbaar.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski surpassing 200 strikeouts in perspective

Putting Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski surpassing 200 strikeouts in perspective

As always, Jacob Misiorowski did his part in the Milwaukee Brewers' win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.  And while he wasn't able to earn the win—Milwaukee

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer reaches historic MLB milestone vs. Phillies
On deck: Brewers-Dodgers, pivotal AL Central series in spotlight
The '10-K games with less than 100 pitches' quiz
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Viral Sports News / August 9
Diamondbacks Acquire 250-Pound Pitcher in Post-Deadline Move

Diamondbacks Acquire 250-Pound Pitcher in Post-Deadline Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to push for a postseason berth as the regular season enters its final stretch, and they made a quiet but potentially useful addition to the roster over the weekend.

Mike Soroka News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9
Diamondbacks’ Michael Soroka Expected To Return Monday

Diamondbacks’ Michael Soroka Expected To Return Monday

The Diamondbacks could get reinforcements in the rotation next week. Manager Torey Lovullo told the Burns & Gambo Show that it looks “very strongly” like Michael Soroka will get the ball on Monday against the Rockies.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Diamondbacks' Ryan Waldschmidt stuns Dodgers with walk-off home run

Diamondbacks rookie Ryan Waldschmidt stuns Dodgers with walk-off home run

The home run was Waldschmidt’s second in the majors and his first walk-off hit.

D-backs extend Dodgers' skid on Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off homer
Diamondbacks Shut Down A.J. Puk For The Year
Diamondbacks Sign Dennis Santana To Minor League Deal
The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz
Lars Nootbaar News / Yardbarker / August 3
Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Just ahead of the trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals agreed on a trade that will provide Arizona with a much-needed left-handed-hitting outfielder.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals
Nationals part ways with ace Foster Griffin in trade with Guardians
Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela
The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

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