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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 30

D-backs Announce Latest Lineup for Brandon Pfaadt's Return vs Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks ended their skid with a 5-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Monday night. They now have a chance to take their first (official) series victory since taking two of three from the Los Angeles Angels on June 17.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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).

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 / Burn City Sports / June 29

Ketel Marte ties Paul Goldschmidt on Diamondbacks’ all-time hits list

PHOENIX — Ketel Marte’s legacy with the Arizona Diamondbacks continued to grow, with his 16th home run of the season moving him into a tie for second on the franchise’s all-time hits list.

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.

Junior Caminero goes deep for 4th straight game as Rays sweep D-backs

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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.

Ketel Marte News / Just Baseball / June 24

The D-Backs Need Ketel Marte to Start Carrying His Weight

Regardless of how the Arizona Diamondbacks are doing, one consistent is the production of All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte. A three-time All-Star, Marte is already third among position players in team history with 32.0 fWAR.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Diamondbacks Set to Call Up Another Young Starting Pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks are turning to another young arm as they search for stability in a starting rotation that has been ravaged by injuries. Left-hander Mitch Bratt, Arizona's No.

Corbin Carroll News / Yardbarker / June 20

Corbin Carroll has been the definition of clutch for the Diamondbacks

Carroll has continued to provide the Arizona Diamondbacks with critical run support by generating clutch hits with runners in scoring position (RISP).

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Corbin Carroll's 4 RBIs help D-backs outlast Twins

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Diamondbacks hit with yet another injury blow to All-Star pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks can’t catch a break when it comes to their pitching rotation. Former All-Star pitcher Michael Soroka started Friday’s game against the Minnesota Twins at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.