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Diamondbacks Injured Catcher to Begin Rehab Assignment

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting closer to seeing the return of one of their veteran players in the coming weeks. According to a recent update from D-backs manager Torey Lovullo (via Alex Weiner of AZSports), veteran backup catcher James McCann is one step closer to a return to the field.

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Diamondbacks Reveal Lineup for Critical Game 3 vs Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks had returned to Chase Field in desperate need of some positive momentum. And for the third time this season, the San Francisco Giants provided the perfect opportunity to gain some.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 1

Exciting Diamondbacks Prospect Selected to the All-Star Futures Game

One of the more underrated components of the All-Star Game festivities provides fans a look at the potential future of their organizations. The All-Star Futures game, which will take place on July 12 at noon Eastern time, will feature some of the more exciting prospects across all of minor league baseball.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Giants allow Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte to set new career-high with homer

The Arizona Diamondbacks continued their strong run Tuesday night behind Ketel Marte, whose latest power surge added another milestone to a standout season in an 8-2 win over the San Francisco Giants at Chase Field.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Diamondbacks cruise to win, remain unbeaten vs. Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks ran their season-long winning streak against the San Francisco Giants to eight games Tuesday night, riding home runs from Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

Brandon Pfaadt's Terrific Return Was As Good As D-backs Could Have Hoped

The last pitch Brandon Pfaadt threw on Tuesday night left the ballpark for a solo home run. But for as sour of a note as that might have been to end on, Pfaadt's first outing back as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks' starting rotation simply could not have gone much better.

Mike Soroka News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

D-backs' Michael Soroka Could Be Back Way Sooner Than Expected

The Arizona Diamondbacks could use as many rotational reinforcements as possible in their current state, but they might be getting a key arm back sooner than expected.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 30

2026 June Farm Report: NL West

Our penultimate farm report for June 2026 will focus on the five NL West teams. All five teams have prospects with arrows up, including a scorching-hot catcher from the Rockies and several infielders within the Diamondbacks system.

Mike Hazen News / Burn City Sports / June 30

Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen shares trade deadline plans

The Arizona Diamondbacks are the definition of a team caught between promise and frustration, though what side will the D-backs end up on when it comes time for the trade deadline?

Eduardo Rodriguez News / Burn City Sports / June 30

Diamondbacks believe Eduardo Rodriguez has done enough to be an All-Star

PHOENIX — The All-Star conversation surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez hasn’t gone unnoticed within the organization, with several members advocating for his selection.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Burn City Sports / June 30

Brandon Pfaadt gets another shot in Diamondbacks’ rotation

PHOENIX — Opportunity has come again for right-handed pitcher Brandon Pfaadt, as the Arizona Diamondbacks are recalling him from Triple-A Reno to take the mound for Tuesday’s matchup.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 30

D-backs to recall RHP Brandon Pfaadt to face Giants, Landen Roupp

The Arizona Diamondbacks will be looking to continue their mastery of the San Francisco Giants when the National League West rivals meet in a rematch in Phoenix on Tuesday night.

Brandon Pfaadt News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

D-Backs To Recall Brandon Pfaadt

The Diamondbacks will recall Brandon Pfaadt to start tomorrow’s game against the Giants, manager Torey Lovullo told reporters (including Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports).

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / June 30

Geraldo Perdomo's 3-run double propels Diamondbacks past Giants

Geraldo Perdomo broke a fifth-inning tie with a bases-clearing double, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven innings of one-run ball and the Arizona Diamondbacks held on to defeat the San Francisco Giants 5-4 on Monday in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

Diamondbacks Escape Late Meltdown to Make Franchise History vs Giants

For the second appearance in a row, Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald flew dangerously close to a disastrous outcome. But the veteran reliever induced a popout off San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman, and the Diamondbacks — who had led 5-1 at one point — held on for a 5-4 victory over their NL West divsion rivals.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Ketel Marte takes major step towards all-time Diamondbacks history vs. Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks saw Ketel Marte add another entry to his growing franchise resume on Monday night, when the veteran second baseman opened the game vs.

Junior Caminero News / Yardbarker / June 28

Junior Caminero continues home-run barrage as Rays sweep Diamondbacks

Caminero has now homered in four consecutive games for the first time in his career and leads all third basemen with 22 home runs this season.

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Max Kepler News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Rays broadcaster roasted Max Kepler after PED suspension

Tampa Bay Rays broadcaster Brian Anderson got a pretty good shot in Saturday at Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Max Kepler. Kepler made his Diamondbacks debut earlier this week after serving an 80-game suspension for a failed PED test.

Carlos Santana News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28

Carlos Santana lands minor league contract with Braves after Arizona release

The Atlanta Braves signed veteran first baseman Carlos Santana to a minor league contract on Saturday night, one day after he was released by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

MLB News / Just Baseball / June 27

Maybe the Varsho-Moreno Trade Doesn’t Have Just One Winner After All

In recent years, MLB has seen many trades that have been very one-sided and exclusively beneficial to only one of the teams involved. The Toronto Blue Jays have found themselves on the right side of many trades over the last few seasons, and there are very few that their front office has missed on.

Carlos Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

D-Backs Release Carlos Santana

The Diamondbacks officially released veteran first baseman Carlos Santana, according to the MLB.com transaction log. That was expected after he was designated for assignment on Wednesday.

Max Kepler News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

D-backs To Activate Max Kepler

The Diamondbacks signed veteran outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal earlier this month as the 33-year-old wrapped up the final stages of an 80-game PED suspension.

Carlos Santana News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Diamondbacks Make a Decision on Carlos Santana

The Arizona Diamondbacks are moving on from one of their most notable offseason additions. On Wednesday afternoon, the Diamondbacks announced that first baseman Carlos Santana was reinstated from the 60-day injured list and designated for assignment.

Mitch Bratt News / New Baseball Media / June 25

What to Expect from Diamondbacks Pitcher Mitch Bratt

Last summer, amidst a down season for the Diamondbacks, Arizona took the opportunity to sell off pieces & re-fill the farm system. And on June 24, 2026, the Diamondbacks will call up Mitch Bratt, one of the prospects acquired in that mini-selloff from the 2025 season.