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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 30

Insider's Ugly Grade Says Everything About Diamondbacks' Offseason

The Arizona Diamondbacks' offseason has certainly made sense if one has been paying attention, but it's still not exactly a set of moves that inspire a high amount of confidence in the team to be a serious contender in 2026.

Corbin Carroll News / Just Baseball / January 30

A Subtle Swing Change Rewrote Corbin Carroll’s Offensive Ceiling

There was a version of Corbin Carroll who already looked like a franchise cornerstone. He ran the bases with elite efficiency. He played Gold Glove–caliber defense in the outfield.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Perdomo's Placement Among MLB's top Shortstops is a bit Contradictory

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo emerged as one of the best young players in the game in the 2025 season. None can deny the massive improvement made by the 26-year-old in his fifth major league season.

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Sergio Alcantara News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Long-Time Diamondbacks Infielder Signs With Nationals

The journey of multi-time Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Sergio Alcantara continues to wind. According to a recent report from insider Francys Romero, the long-time former D-backs farmhand has just inked a deal with the Washington Nationals.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Merrill Kelly News / Burn City Sports / January 29

D-Backs mainstay Merrill Kelly commits to 2026 Annexus Pro-Am

SCOTTSALDE — Arizona Diamondbacks mainstay Merrill Kelly is switching his glove for a golf club as he enters the 2026 Annexus Pro-Am at the WM Phoenix Open, tournament organizers announced Thursday.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Diamondbacks Sign Former Nationals Pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made another potential addition to their bullpen. According to a recent report from FanSided's Robert Murray, the D-backs have signed former Washington Nationals righty reliever Derek Law.

Zac Gallen News / CBSSports.com / January 29

MLB rumors: Zac Gallen drawing interest from three teams as spring training looms

Zac Gallen had a down year in 2025 and was ranked as the 18th-best free agent this offseason

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / January 29

Which D-backs Top Prospects Will Make an MLB Impact in 2026?

With limited money to spend in the offseason and many needs overall, there’s clear pressure on the young players of the Arizona Diamondbacks to have some impactful seasons.

Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

D-backs' Nolan Arenado Had High Praise for New Star Teammate

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado has yet to take the field with his new club, but he's already quite familiar with franchise superstar Corbin Carroll.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Diamondbacks Named Trade Fit For Guardians All-Star

The Arizona Diamondbacks are still somewhat depleted in the outfield. As Lourdes Gurriel Jr. continues to rehab, and Jake McCarthy departs via trade to Colorado, the D-backs find themselves with a thinned-out group of outfielders.

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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 / Athlon Sports / January 29

Marte vs Chisholm 2026 Fantasy Comparison

It’s the second round of your draft. You started in the four spot and secured your anchor OF in Juan Soto. You could go for a pitcher, but there are plenty of SP1s and RP1s on the board that you can grab on the comeback and during the Round 4/5 turn.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 28

D-backs Outfield Plans Are Painfully Obvious

The Arizona Diamondbacks have need in their outfield, but all signs seem to be pointing towards an in-house solution — or perhaps multiple. Somewhere on the D-backs' long list of roster holes (but certainly not at the top) heading into this offseason was the need for a right-handed hitting outfielder.

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MLB News / Burn City Sports / January 28

RHP Derek Law joins Diamondbacks on minor league deal

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to add pitching depth, giving themselves additional options heading into spring training. According to Good Morning Ball’s Aaron Hughes, the Diamondbacks have signed right-handed pitcher Derek Law to a minor league contract.