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D-backs Fans Can't Overreact to Merrill Kelly's Rough Spring Debut

Arizona Diamondbacks' right-hander Merrill Kelly's first inning on Friday night was significantly better than his second. The veteran, making his first start of Cactus League play after dealing with intercostal nerve irritation in his back, gave up five base hits to the Kansas City Royals over 1.2 innings, allowing two runs in the process.

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Diamondbacks Give Worrying Injury News on Gabriel Moreno, Pavin Smith

Arizona Diamondbacks' Gabriel Moreno and Pavin Smith are both dealing with forearm tightness according to manager Torey Lovullo (first reported by AZCentral's José Romero).

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 13

D-backs Starter Faces Brutal Team USA Challenge

On paper, Friday night's matchup might be the toughest challenge of Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka's entire career. Soroka, who departed D-backs camp to join Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic, is the starting pitcher for Canada's matchup against the vaunted lineup of Team USA in the WBC quarterfinals.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 13

Insider Names 2 Diamondbacks Breakout Candidates

The Arizona Diamondbacks have many young players looking to prove themselves in the upcoming season, but two in particular could end up being in line for strong, career-shaping seasons in 2026.

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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?

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Merrill Kelly News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 13

Diamondbacks Reveal Starting Lineup for Merrill Kelly's Return

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly will make his long-awaited return to a real-game mound on Friday night, taking on the Kansas City Royals in Surprise.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Jalen Beeks News / ESPN / March 13

Rangers add bullpen depth by signing LHP Beeks

The Texas Rangers added some bullpen depth on Friday by signing lefty reliever Jalen Beeks to a one-year deal worth $1.6 million.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Sorting Out the Diamondbacks Outfield for 2026 Fantasy Baseball

The Arizona Diamondbacks' outfield is a puzzle for 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. With Lourdes Gurriel Jr. recovering from a knee injury faster than expected,

Merrill Kelly News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 13

Key D-backs Veteran to Make First Spring Training Start vs Royals

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly will make his long-awaited first start of spring training on Thursday night against the Kansas City Royals, kicking off a rare Cactus League night game at 6:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / March 13

Who Should Start at First Base for the Diamondbacks?

The Arizona Diamondbacks have consistently had some of the best first basemen in the league. From Paul Goldschmidt to Christian Walker, they have always had someone patrolling first at an all-star or borderline all-star level for the past 10 years.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 12

Diamondbacks' Pitching Disaster Fuels Ugly Blowout Loss to Rockies

Spring training is a time where results do not carry nearly as much weight, but it was still quite the ugly scene on Thursday, as the Arizona Diamondbacks' disastrous show of pitching led to a 13-2 blowout loss to the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields.

Jalen Beeks News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 12

Rangers, Jalen Beeks Agree To Major League Deal

The Rangers are in agreement with lefty reliever Jalen Beeks on a major league contract, reports Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News. The signing is pending a physical.