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D-backs' Young Righty Showed Promise in 2025

Injuries are an inevitable part of the 162-game marathon that is the MLB regular season, but the Arizona Diamondbacks were certainly bit hard by such ailments in the 2025 season.

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Reports say All-Star Kyle Tucker to the Diamondbacks is purely speculation

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have been involved in more free agency rumors, this time, tied to a former Chicago Cubs All-Star outfielder. According

Kyle Tucker News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 6

Insider Linking D-backs to Former Cubs All-Star Makes No Sense

The Arizona Diamondbacks certainly have a need for some outfield help, but that doesn't mean they're going to make a massive financial commitment in that area.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 6

How Veteran Infielder Stepped up for D-backs in 2025

The Arizona Diamondbacks had high hopes going into the 2025 season, and yet found themselves falling all the way out of playoff contention, ending with an 80-82 record.

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Zac Gallen News / Just Baseball / January 6

Zac Gallen is still a great fit for the Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been trying to find their way back to the World Series for the past two seasons and have yet to be able to make it to even the postseason since their spectacular run in 2023.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 6

The Diamondbacks Need to Commit to This Ketel Marte Decision

The Arizona Diamondbacks' offseason has been beset by plenty of speculation with regard to the status of their three-time All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / ESPN / January 6

Our latest MLB offseason intel: Which top free agent will sign next? Is a blockbuster trade brewing?

Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 5

Insiders Give Encouraging Update on D-backs' Ketel Marte Situation

All signs seem to be pointing toward Ketel Marte remaining a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and a recent report further enforces that possibility.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 5

Diamondbacks Sign Reliever to Bolster MiLB Depth

According to their transaction logs, the Arizona Diamondbacks have signed right-handed pitcher Teofilo Mendez to a minor league contract, backdated to December 14, 2025.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5

Why Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte trade talks are all but dead

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ offseason has been dominated by Ketel Marte trade talk. But in the end, it looks as if Marte won’t be going anywhere. The Diamondbacks are soon expected to end Marte trade talks, via Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 5

Ranking D-backs' Top 3 Remaining Needs

The Arizona Diamondbacks are still nowhere near fulfilling every need on their long list this offseason. While GM Mike Hazen and co. have made some moves to address the starting rotation and backup catcher, the D-backs are still in need of multiple pieces if they want to have any chance at contending in 2026.

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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.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 4

D-backs Predicted to Add Former Braves All-Star to Opening Day Lineup

The Arizona Diamondbacks, despite so focusing so much attention on their needy pitching staff, still could use some lineup help. Granted, there's still work to be done with regard to the pitching side, but Arizona's offense could use some more pop.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Legends On Deck / January 4

Brandon Pfaadt Must Make Progress

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt must make progress if the team wants to contend for a playoff spot. After struggling with dependability last season, he needs to take the next step in his development to become a trustworthy starter.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 4

How Veteran Righty Became Unexpected D-backs Hero

Ahead of the 2025 season, there were quite a few players most Arizona Diamondbacks fans would have never expected to see play a large, contributing role.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 4

3 Predictions for Rest of D-backs' Offseason

The MLB offseason is long — and, at times, tedious. Such has been the reality of this offseason for the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have yet to make more than a handful of minor-to-moderate-sized moves.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 3

Outlet's Grade for D-backs' 2025 Says Everything About Brutal Season

Fans of the Arizona Diamondbacks need zero reminder of how brutal the 2025 season was. A year that was beset by high expectations — and high hopes from the fandom — ended in a brutal 80-82 record, as the D-backs limped their way out of playoff contention.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / January 3

Bleacher Report predicts former Braves slugger to join Diamondbacks’ Opening Day roster

PHOENIX — MLB Opening Day is drawing nearer and the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to shape their lineup as the offseason progresses. One prediction from Bleacher Report suggests a designated-hitter slugger could find himself in the desert this year.

John Curtiss News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 30

D-Backs Re-Sign John Curtiss To Minor League Deal

The Diamondbacks re-signed reliever John Curtiss to a minor league contract last week (link via Arizona Sports). The righty will presumably get a non-roster invitation to Spring Training.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / December 29

Two More Reunions Should Help the Diamondbacks Run it Back

The Arizona Diamondbacks experienced one of the more disappointing seasons across baseball in 2025. After signing the best starting pitcher on the market and trading for one of the best first baseman in the game before the season, expectations were high for a team that had reached the World Series in 2023.

Jordan Lawlar News / Just Baseball / December 23

What Is the Diamondbacks’ Plan for Jordan Lawlar?

When the Arizona Diamondbacks selected Jordan Lawlar sixth overall in the 2021 draft, they envisioned their shortstop of the future. Lawlar quickly became the Diamondbacks’ top prospect, hitting his way through the minors and reaching Double-A at only 20 years old.