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On YouTubeArizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 9
Merrill Kelly, Ildemaro Vargas lead D-backs over Mets
Ildemaro Vargas had a two-run single, Merrill Kelly delivered his most effective start of the season and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 2-1 to even the three-game series in Phoenix on Saturday.
Merrill Kelly News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9
Merrill Kelly's Start vs Mets Was Huge Sigh of Relief for the D-backs
On Saturday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks finally got something they'd been awaiting for quite some time: a true Quality Start out of right-hander Merrill Kelly.
D-backs Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Broke the No. 1 Rule of ABS Challenges
The Arizona Diamondbacks are a relatively conservative team when it comes to the usage of ABS Challenges. That caution may have been best-suited to the situation outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Ryan Waldschmidt's First MLB Start Ushers in New D-backs Era
Arizona Diamondbacks fans were already treated to Ryan Waldschmidt's official MLB debut on Friday night — a pinch-hit at-bat in the eighth inning that led to his first career base hit.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 9
D-Backs GM Mike Hazen explains why club went the DFA route with Alek Thomas
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ decision to designate outfielder Alek Thomas for assignment was as strategic as it was emotional, and general manager Mike Hazen explained why.
Ryan Waldschmidt News / Field Level Media / May 9
D-backs hope prospect Ryan Waldschmidt can provide spark vs. Mets
The Arizona Diamondbacks believe they took a step toward addressing a slumbering offense when they promoted top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt from Triple-A Reno on Friday.
1 Bizarre Stat That Perfectly Sums Up Diamondbacks' Offensive Woes
The Arizona Diamondbacks' offense has not just been below its usual standard. It's been nearly unrecognizable from it's previous iterations. That's been apparent from the run totals, the drop in team OPS, and the overall results — not to mention, the fact that the D-backs have scored more than five runs just twice in their last seven games.
D-backs' Ryan Waldschmidt Reacts to 1st MLB Hit
After Arizona Diamondbacks top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt reviewed the footage of his first MLB hit, it was tough to focus on the swing itself. Waldschmidt was called up to the majors earlier on Friday, and was not in the starting lineup against the New York Mets Friday night.
Ryne Nelson News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9
D-backs Waste Ryne Nelson Gem in Another Poor Offensive Night vs Mets
The Arizona Diamondbacks have lost 15 of their last 19 games against the New York Mets at Chase Field. This time, the D-backs scored only one run and lost 3-1 in extra innings.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8
Ketel Marte Scratched from D-backs Lineup vs Mets With Illness
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte has been scratched from Friday night's lineup against the New York Mets, the team announced. The D-backs later revealed that it was an illness for Marte, not an injury.
Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / May 8
Ryan Waldschmidt could be the missing piece for the Arizona Diamondbacks
For the Diamondbacks, Ryan Waldschmidt is arriving with a lot of hype and anticipation that he can bring to Arizona’s lineup. Their front office has spent the past several seasons building a roster centered on speed, versatility, and relentless offensive pressure.
Alek Thomas News / Burn City Sports / May 8
Was designating Alek Thomas for assignment the right move for the Diamondbacks
In a statement move on Friday afternoon, the Arizona Diamondbacks showed they could no longer afford patience without production. Designating Alek Thomas for assignment was not about effort, attitude, or defense.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Diamondbacks’ surprise breakout star behind MLB lead in triples
At 17-18, the Arizona Diamondbacks are five games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. While still early in the season, the Diamondbacks will need to find their consistency to make a real playoff push.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7
Nolan Arenado sums up Paul Skenes' stuff after getting shut out
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, as he’s been doing to all opponents since an uncharacteristic Opening Day dud, absolutely dominated the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 1-0 win on Wednesday night.
Eduardo Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / May 6
D-backs support Eduardo Rodriguez's gem, blank Pirates
Eduardo Rodriguez tossed seven scoreless innings and Geraldo Perdomo had a two-run double during a five-run sixth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks notched a 9-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night at Phoenix.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Diamondbacks Outright Aramis Garcia, Jesus Valdez
The Diamondbacks announced that they have outrighted catcher Aramis Garcia to Triple-A Reno and infielder Jesus Valdez to Double-A Amarillo. Garcia had been designated for assignment last week when Gabriel Moreno was activated from the 10-day injured list.
Ildemaro Vargas News / Just Baseball / May 5
Ildemaro Vargas Is One of MLB’s Top Feel-Good Stories in 2026
Prior to the 2026 season, Ildemaro Vargas had played nine years in the big leagues and compiled just 1.8 bWAR. He had never posted an above-average OPS+, either, sticking around as a utilityman who played every position except catcher and center field across five different ball clubs.
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