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Why Diamondbacks Optioned Kohl Drake Instead Of Mitch Bratt

On Friday afternoon, the Arizona Diamondbacks made their position clear with regard to a minor roster crunch. Left-handed starting pitcher Kohl Drake was optioned to Triple-A Reno in favor of reliever Kade Strowd in Arizona's latest roster move.

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Diamondbacks Shut Down A.J. Puk For The Year

The Diamondbacks are shutting down left-hander A.J. Puk for the year. Manager Torey Lovullo passed the news on to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic.

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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 7

Previewing Diamondbacks and Dodgers Game 1: Sasaki vs Kelly

The Arizona Diamondbacks' road to the 2026 MLB Postseason will stay rocky for the next three games, as the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers come to Chase Field for a three-game series.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 7

Diamondbacks' Nolan Arenado Earns Well-Deserved MLB Award

When the Arizona Diamondbacks traded for veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado this offseason, the general hope was that the multi-time platinum glove winner would help solidify an underperforming infield defense and add to Arizona's run-prevention efforts.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 7

Ugly Loss to Padres Could Cost Diamondbacks Valuable Playoff Ground

At this point in the 2026 MLB season, the playoff hunt has already begun. Though the Arizona Diamondbacks are in relatively strong position, holding a

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 7

Diamondbacks Might Be Meeting Dodgers at a Dangerous Time

The Arizona Diamondbacks might be done with one of their biggest playoff-affecting series of the season, after splitting their four-game series with the San Diego Padres at Chase Field.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Diamondbacks sign ex-Yankees, Pirates reliever to minor league contract

The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed veteran right-handed reliever Dennis Santana to a minor league contract, according to the team’s transaction log. The move gives Arizona another bullpen option after the team made no pitching additions at the Trade Deadline.

Mitch Bratt News / Burn City Sports / August 6

Mitch Bratt’s historic outing helps Diamondbacks keep pace in NL Wild Card race

PHOENIX — Mitch Bratt’s dominant performance against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday wasn’t just a bounce-back from his previous start. It was a historic outing that provided much-needed stability for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they continue their push in the National League Wild Card race.

Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6

Diamondbacks Sign Dennis Santana To Minor League Deal

Veteran reliever Dennis Santana has inked a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The right-hander was designated for assignment by the Pirates in late July.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 6

Rookie Mitch Bratt shines, D-backs clobber Casey Mize in Padres debut

Rookie left-hander Mitch Bratt gave up one hit in seven scoreless innings for his first major league victory, Tim Tawa homered and drove in two runs, and the Arizona Diamondbacks spoiled Casey Mize's San Diego debut with a 10-4 victory over the Padres on Wednesday in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 5

Ketel Marte, Nolan Arenado Out of Diamondbacks Lineup vs Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks are looking to rebound from a 9-4 blowout loss to their NL West rival San Diego Padres, but they'll have to do so without two notable bats in their order.

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 5

Diamondbacks Shuffle Roster With New 4-Player Transaction

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made a four-player roster move ahead of their game two matchup with the San Diego Padres on Wednesday afternoon. As previously reported by Arizona Sports 98.7's John Gambadoro, right-handed reliever Ryan Thompson has been placed on the 15-day IL.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 5

Diamondbacks’ quiet trade deadline earns D+ from The Athletic

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ relatively quiet trade deadline didn’t go unnoticed by the national media, as The Athletic gave the club a D+ grade.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 5

Diamondbacks to Place Struggling Pitcher on IL in New Roster Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks will have to do without one of their veteran leverage relievers for the time being. As first reported by Arizona Sports 98.7's John Gambadoro, the Diamondbacks will place right-handed sidewinding reliever Ryan Thompson on the Injured List.

Tim Tawa News / Anubis Sports / August 5

Was The Tim Tawa Bunt Attempt An Act Of Cowardice?

On Sunday, August 2, 2026, in a game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cleveland Guardians, history was trying to be made, and at least one person didn’t want that.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Diamondbacks Make Roster Decision After Injury News

The Arizona Diamondbacks made a critical bullpen adjustment Wednesday, placing right-handed reliever Ryan Thompson on the 15-day injured list while recalling left-handed pitcher Phillip Abner from Triple-A Reno.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Mets backed out of trade with Diamondbacks for All-Star pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks had a deal in place for New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes that fell apart just before Monday’s MLB trade deadline. The Mets and Diamondbacks reportedly agreed to terms on a trade that would have sent the All-Star right-hander to Phoenix.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Field Level Media / August 4

Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks shut down Padres

Brandon Pfaadt won his sixth straight decision, Tim Tawa had three hits including a three-run homer, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 in Phoenix in a game matching National League wild-card contenders Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Just ahead of the trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals agreed on a trade that will provide Arizona with a much-needed left-handed-hitting outfielder.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Nationals part ways with ace Foster Griffin in trade with Guardians

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 3

Did the Arizona Diamondbacks waste the 2026 MLB trade deadline?

Every trade deadline creates winners and losers before a single game is played. What shocked Diamondbacks fans more than any blockbuster trade was that Arizona stood its ground and made little movement at the trade deadline.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3

1 last-minute trade Diamondbacks must make before deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks are running out of time to solve the one problem that’s kept them from separating in the National League Wild Card race: starting pitching.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Wild-card contenders Diamondbacks, Padres clash in desert

The Arizona Diamondbacks were in danger of falling into a deeper hole when they faced the San Diego Padres before the All-Star break. How things have changed.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Diamondbacks manager sounds off on his player ‘breaking’ unwritten rule during perfect game bid

Arizona Diamondbacks skipper Torey Lovullo had Tim Tawa’s back after a contentious moment Sunday against the Cleveland Guardians. Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams had a perfect game through five innings of work against the D-Backs at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio.