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Merrill Kelly returns as Diamondbacks move key starter into relief role

BALTIMORE — The Arizona Diamondbacks are shaking up their pitching staff before they take on the Baltimore Orioles in the second game of their three-game series, with a key starter moving to the bullpen.

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D-backs Blow Massive Lead to Ruin Brilliant Offensive Performance

Arizona Diamondbacks hitters had to sit and watch as their 7-1 lead evaporated in real time at Camden Yards. A four-homer performance from two of Arizona's

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / April 13

Bleacher Report Lists Diamondbacks Top 5 in MLB Power Rankings

BALTIMORE – The No. 4 spot in Bleacher Report’s latest power rankings says as much about identity as it performs. The Diamondbacks aren’t just stacking up wins in a tough division.

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How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 13

D-backs Top-10 Prospect Named PCL Player of the Week

The Arizona Diamondbacks' No. 10 prospect has earned Arizona some minor league hardware after a stunning week of hitting. Infielder LuJames Groover, who has begun his 2026 season with some eye-catching offensive numbers, has won the Pacific Coast League Player of the Week Award for his efforts in Triple-A Reno over the past week.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 12

What D-backs' Gritty Series Win over Phillies Told Us — And What it Didn't

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to win games, no matter how ugly these games may look. They have not lost a series since their opening week set with the Dodgers, and are fresh off two comeback wins over the Phillies, earning a 2-1 series win at Citizens Bank Park.

Andrew Painter News / ESPN / April 12

Phils' Painter sheds migraine, pitches 5 innings

Philadelphia Phillies rookie right-hander Andrew Painter, scratched from his scheduled start on Sunday because of a migraine, instead threw five innings of relief in his club's 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks after spending the morning throwing up.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 12

Diamondbacks skate past slumping Phillies

Pinch-hitter Adrian Del Castillo singled in the go-ahead run in a two-run eighth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 in the rubber game of the three-game series Sunday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 12

Diamondbacks Pull Off Another Exciting Comeback vs Phillies

The Arizona Diamondbacks have not often taken the easy road to victory this season. But the tallies keep filing into the win column. On Sunday afternoon, despite an uneven start from Zac Gallen, the D-backs once again rallied late,taking a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on the road.

Merrill Kelly News / Burn City Sports / April 12

With Merrill Kelly back, Diamondbacks fans debate next move in rotation

PHOENIX — With Merrill Kelly’s anticipated return from the injured list this week, Arizona Diamondbacks fans have been predicting how the club will handle the starting rotation.

Ketel Marte News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Diamondbacks Make Ketel Marte Decision Before Phillies Game

The Arizona Diamondbacks enter Sunday’s series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies after splitting the first two games of the matchup, winning the first one 5-4 before dropping Saturday's outing 4-3.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 12

Biggest Changes for the Diamondbacks Since Opening Day

As fans of any baseball team well know, the team that walks into opening day is never the one that finishes out the marathon 162-game season. The Arizona Diamondbacks are no exception to this rule, for better or worse.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 11

Why The Diamondbacks' Pitching Dilemma Isn't as Tough as it Looks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a looming decision to make with regard to their starting rotation. As right-handed veteran Merrill Kelly is set to return

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Gabriel Moreno News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 11

Diamondbacks Will Place Gabriel Moreno On Injured List

The Diamondbacks are going to place catcher Gabriel Moreno on the injured list, per Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Manager Torey Lovullo described it as a muscular issue in Moreno’s back and added that the team doesn’t expect a long absence for him.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Total Apex Sports / April 11

Arizona Diamondbacks Starting Pitcher Brandon Pfaadt Subtly Announces Exciting Family News

The pressure of taking the mound against the Philadelphia Phillies in front of a raucous Saturday afternoon crowd is enough to make any starting pitcher sweat.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Fastball on SI / April 11

Corbin Carroll Joins Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio in MLB History Books

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll is just 25 years old and yet he has had a monster start to his Major League Baseball career. Carroll somehow is now in his fifth big league season.

Corbin Carroll News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11

Diamondbacks make huge Corbin Carroll decision for Phillies game

The Arizona Diamondbacks gained momentum with a significant lineup decision involving Corbin Carroll ahead of Saturday’s matchup vs. the Philadelphia Phillies.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11

Diamondbacks’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The Arizona Diamondbacks have opened the 2026 season above .500, but the club’s 8-6 record masks a more concerning reality. Despite the offense significantly underperforming relative to spring training expectations, no player better illustrates that disconnect than Ketel Marte.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Field Level Media / April 11