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D-backs RHP Brandon Pfaadt, timely hits too much for Dodgers

James McCann hit two home runs, Brandon Pfaadt opened with five scoreless innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks finished off a 9-2 victory over the host Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday.

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D-backs Offense Explodes as Pfaadt Out-Duels Yamamoto

The Arizona Diamondbacks did the unexpected Saturday night, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers by a score of 9-2 at Dodger Stadium. That clinched a series victory for Arizona following a 9-3 win on Friday.

Tommy Troy News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Tommy Troy Exits D-backs Game with Injury Making Great Catch

The hits just keep coming for the Diamondbacks, and not in a good way. Center fielder Tommy Troy had to be removed from Saturday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Why The Diamondbacks Drafted Each of Their Day 1 Picks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have concluded their day one festivities, welcoming in five new prospects to their system following rounds 1-4 of the 2026 MLB Draft.

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How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Zac Gallen News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11

Zac Gallen Dealing With Elbow Inflammation, Won’t Start Sunday

Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen was scratched from his next scheduled start due to elbow inflammation, relays Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic.

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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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

1 trade Diamondbacks must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks enter the August 3 trade deadline sitting at 47-47, 4 games back of a Wild Card spot in what remains a competitive NL race. The Diamondbacks have already been listed as a buyer heading into deadline season, which means the front office is looking to add pieces, not dismantle.

Gabriel Moreno News / Burn City Sports / July 11

Gabriel Moreno is playing like an All-Star, even without the nod

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno is as hot as the Phoenix heat at the plate over the last month and a half. Moreno has been one of the club’s key offensive contributors, providing the kind of steady production that has helped keep the lineup moving through a crucial stretch before the All-Star break.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Diamondbacks Finish Draft Day 1 With Missouri Pitcher Josh McDevitt

The Arizona Diamondbacks have wrapped up their selections for day one of the 2026 MLB Draft. In the fourth round, with the 116th overall pick, Arizona selected right-handed pitcher Josh McDevitt from the University of Missouri.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Diamondbacks Snag Florida State Outfielder Brayden Dowd in MLB Draft

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue their run on college hitters in the 2026 MLB Draft. With their third-round pick (No. 88 overall), the Diamondbacks selected left-handed hitting outfielder Brayden Dowd from Florida State University.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Diamondbacks Draft Toolsy Shortstop Carson Kerce from Georgia Tech

The Arizona Diamondbacks are adding another college hitter to their organization with the 53rd pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Right-handed-hitting shortstop Carson Kerce out of Georgia Tech will be the selection in the second round.

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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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Diamondbacks Select Future Flamethrower Blake Bryant in MLB Draft

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to add to their 2026 MLB Draft class. With their second pick of the day, the 31st overall selection in Competitive Balance Round A, the Diamondbacks have selected right-handed pitcher Blake Bryant, a tall potential flamethrower out of Citizens Christian High School in Georgia.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

D-backs Take Arkansas' Ryder Helfrick With First-Round Pick in MLB Draft

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made their first-round selection in the 2026 MLB Draft. In somewhat of a surprising pick, the Diamondbacks have drafted University of Arkansas catcher Ryder Helfrick with the 15th overall pick.

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Arizona Diamondbacks select Arkansas C Ryder Helfrick in 2026 MLB Draft

Arkansas catcher Ryder Helfrick was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. He spent three years in Fayetteville.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

2026 MLB Draft: Tracking Every Arizona Diamondbacks Pick

The Arizona Diamondbacks, alongside 29 other major league clubs, are about to welcome in a new influx of young talent to their organizations in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Tim Tawa News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Tim Tawa Takes Huge Step Forward with Big Night for the Diamondbacks

Just one night after the Arizona Diamondbacks designated Pavin Smith for assignment, Tim Tawa stepped in at first base with his biggest game of the year.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 11

Torey Lovullo Confirms D-backs' First Base Plans After Pavin Smith DFA

The Arizona Diamondbacks' first base position is not in a favorable spot, and the recent decision to DFA long-tenured first baseman and DH Pavin Smith only removes options from manager Torey Lovullo's toolbox.

Tim Tawa News / Field Level Media / July 11

Tim Tawa, D-Backs take advantage of Dodgers blunders in runaway win

Tim Tawa homered and matched his career high of four RBIs to help the Arizona Diamondbacks roll to a 9-3 victory over the host Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night.

Pavin Smith News / Burn City Sports / July 10

Pavin Smith’s DFA shows the Diamondbacks are done waiting

PHOENIX — Pavin Smith’s designation for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks marked the end of his tenure in the Valley, but it also brought to a close one of the organization’s longest-running developmental projects that didn’t quite pan out as planned.

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 10

D-backs' Latest Roster Move Paves the Way for Top Prospect Ryan Waldschmidt

The Arizona Diamondbacks' No. 1 prospect, outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt, is reportedly set to make his return to the big leagues. Waldschmidt, MLB Pipeline's No.

Pavin Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10

Diamondbacks To Designate Pavin Smith For Assignment

The D-Backs are designating first baseman Pavin Smith for assignment, reports Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. Rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt will be recalled from Triple-A Reno to replace him on the active roster.

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / July 10

D-Backs' Merrill Kelly shuts down Padres to earn series split

Nolan Arenado homered and Merrill Kelly stifled the San Diego Padres over seven innings as the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks earned a 3-1 win on Thursday night to split the teams' four-game series.

Pavin Smith News / Burn City Sports / July 9

Why is Pavin Smith still starting for the Arizona Diamondbacks?

SAN DIEGO – The first base position for the Arizona Diamondbacks has had little to no offensive stability, and the problems surrounding Pavin Smith need to be addressed.

MLB News / Just Baseball / July 9

What the Cardinals’ 2025 Draft Strategy Could Tell Us About Their 2026 Plans

For much of the last decade, the St. Louis Cardinals’ pitching preferences in the draft were centered around selecting arms with enough command and solid secondaries to project as starters.

Corbin Carroll News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Corbin Carroll had a strong message about the state of Diamondbacks

As the MLB trade deadline looms, the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to languish in mediocrity. They are not doing so great down the stretch of the first half of the 2026 MLB season, as they are under .500 with a 44-45 record following a 3-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in a series finale on Sunday at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.