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Diamondbacks’ Lawlar experiments with new position for Tigres del Licey

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Jordan Lawlar is trying something new this winter with the Tigres De Licey. Lawlar, who primarily plays the infield, made his center-field debut for the team on Tuesday.

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Five Takeaways From the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 2025 Season

For years now, the Arizona Diamondbacks have struggled to consistently put together streaks of winning seasons. This is a team that hasn’t won the National League West since all the way back in 2011 and hasn’t had a string of three or more .500 seasons in a row since they did so from 1999 to 2003.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Sports / October 29

Diamondbacks offseason dates to mark down on the calendar

This should be a busy offseason for the Arizona Diamondbacks to build a competitive roster after a fourth-place finish, and it officially starts the day after the World Series wraps up.

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The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

There have been just 19 walk-off home runs in the history of the World Series. How many of the players to hit one can you name in five minutes?

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 29

Keep an Eye on These 3 D-backs Hitting Prospects

The Arizona Diamondbacks have some intriguing hitters rising through their farm system. While offense is not necessarily the area of the D-backs' big league club that needs the most improvement, there's plenty of potential on display in the minor leagues.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 29

3 D-backs Pitching Prospects to Watch

The Arizona Diamondbacks' major league pitching staff may be in a state of transition, question, or even disarray, but there are some rising arms in the farm system that warrant a close eye.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 28

Why D-backs Should Bring Back These 3 Key Veterans

The Arizona Diamondbacks face an offseason full of needs. They'll have to find a way to navigate a reduced payroll while still adding to the pitching staff (and perhaps other areas) where possible.

Max Scherzer News / Burn City Sports / October 28

Former Diamondbacks pitcher Max Scherzer has decent outing in legendary World Series Game 3

LOS ANGELES – The Arizona Diamondbacks originally drafted Max Scherzer 11th overall in the first round of the 2006 MLB Draft, and 19 years later, he is still going strong in the big leagues.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 28

D-backs First Base Future Depends on Unproven Player

It's no secret the Arizona Diamondbacks have a first base problem — a big one. After trading Josh Naylor to the Seattle Mariners at the 2025 Deadline, Arizona found itself without an everyday first baseman, turning to a platoon of Pavin Smith, and newly-acquired prospect Tyler Locklear (received as the headliner of the Eugenio Suárez trade).

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 28

How Are D-backs Performing in Arizona Fall League?

The Arizona Fall League is just beyond the halfway point of its 2025 season. After 16 games, the Salt River Rafters — the team containing Arizona Diamondbacks players — are 8-8, an exact .500.

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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.

Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 28

Projected Zac Gallen Contract Could Make D-backs' Decision Easier

Zac Gallen's free agency will be one of the more intriguing offseason dilemmas facing the Arizona Diamondbacks in the coming months. Arizona is expected to offer Gallen the Qualifying Offer — a one-year deal worth around $22 million — and he's expected to reject it, testing free agency instead.

Daulton Varsho News / Burn City Sports / October 27

Former Diamondbacks catcher Daulton Varsho makes enormous mistake in Game 3 of 2026 World Series

LOS ANGELES – One of the former stars for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Daulton Varsho, had an enormous blunder in Game 3 of the 2025 World Series for the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 27

Why D-backs Won't Reunite With 2 Veteran Free Agents

The Arizona Diamondbacks, after a fire-sale Trade Deadline in the 2025 season, are facing somewhat new territory. After dealing numerous veteran contributors

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 27

Why D-backs' Link to International Star is Exciting, but Unrealistic

The Arizona Diamondbacks face an intriguing offseason. In terms of needs that must be addressed, pitching is the most glaring issue present on the roster.

MLB News / Arizona Sports / October 27

Diamondbacks need pitching help. Who are the free agent starters available?

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ starting pitching rotation going into next season is arguably the biggest question mark on the roster, and free agency will present options once the World Series comes to a close.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 27

Diamondbacks Face Tough Roster Dilemma

The Arizona Diamondbacks, suddenly, will face a tough dilemma with regard to one of their key infield positions — third base. In the 2025 season, Arizona's veteran third baseman Eugenio Suárez was traded to the Mariners at the Deadline.

Gabriel Moreno News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 27

D-backs Catcher Gabriel Moreno's Ceiling Depends on One Thing

The Arizona Diamondbacks know they have a weapon in young catcher Gabriel Moreno. He's been an important part of the D-backs' climb back into relevance since being traded to Arizona from the Blue Jays as part of the Daulton Varsho deal.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 26

One Move the Arizona Diamondbacks Must Make

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in need of significant aid in the relief pitching department — particularly with regard to their persistent lack of a true closer.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 26

Can Marte Catch Goldschmidt as Best D-backs Position Player?

The Arizona Diamondbacks have had quite a number of top-flight position players throughout their franchise history. But three stand out above the rest in accomplishment and total production.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 26

How D-backs Can Return to Postseason in 2026

The Arizona Diamondbacks missed the Postseason for the second year in a row, disappointing fans and everyone associated with the team. As the baseball world is focused on the World Series going on at the moment between the Blue Jays and Dodgers, the D-backs' front office is focused on how to get back to the Postseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / October 24

Diamondbacks take fan experience to another level with unique batting practice event

Diamondbacks fans are going to have an opportunity for an exclusive experience and step up to the plate for a live batting practice session at Chase Field in November, as the D-Backs roll out another unique event for the community.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / October 15