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D-backs' Eduardo Rodriguez strives to show star power vs. Brewers

Less than 24 hours after he learned he was selected to his first All-Star Game in his 11th major league season, Arizona left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez will start the decisive contest of the Diamondbacks' three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday afternoon in Phoenix.

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Woodruff exits Brewers' loss with shoulder issue

Starter Brandon Woodruff, 33, exited with an injury in the fourth inning of the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night, and manager Pat Murphy said that the veteran would probably need to be placed on the injured list.

Adrian Del Castillo News / Field Level Media / July 5

Adrian Del Castillo belts 3-run homer to power Diamondbacks past Brewers

Adrian Del Castillo blasted a three-run homer in the first inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks maintained that lead throughout the 4-3 win against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday evening in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 4

Corbin Carroll and Eduardo Rodriguez Make All-Star Roster for D-backs

The Arizona Diamondbacks won't have representation in the starting lineup for the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, but two of their most deserving players have been selected to the roster, nonetheless.

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Ryan Thompson News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 4

D-backs' Ryan Thompson Takes Accountability for Game-Losing Error

Right-hander Ryan Thompson has been one of the Arizona Diamondbacks' most consistently effective relievers since he was acquired back in mid-2023. But on Friday night, an ill-advised throw to home plate cost Thompson multiple runs — and cost the D-backs a game.

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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 / Burn City Sports / July 4

How can the Diamondbacks bring the fireworks against the Brewers?

The Arizona Diamondbacks don’t just need a win on the Fourth of July; they need to gain some consistency and look for a reset. At 43-44, Arizona has reached the point of the season where every missed opportunity becomes magnified.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 4

Was trading Jake McCarthy a massive mistake by the Diamondbacks?

DENVER – Every front office has a move it wishes it could have back. For the Diamondbacks, trading Jake McCarthy is beginning to look like one of those decisions.

Jake McCarthy News / Burn City Sports / July 4

Former Diamondbacks OF Jake McCarthy makes history with Rockies

DENVER – For years, Jake McCarthy represented the style of baseball the Diamondbacks wanted to build around. He wasn’t the biggest power hitter or the flashiest star, but he pressured defenses with elite speed, quality at-bats and relentless energy.

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / July 4

D-backs' Merrill Kelly strives to leave June swoon behind vs. Brewers

June was not kind to Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly. He will aim to get off to a better start in July when he takes the mound on Saturday evening in the second game of a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers in Phoenix.

Ryan Thompson News / Burn City Sports / July 4

D-backs’ Ryan Thompson gets roasted on social media after blunder

The frustration surrounding the D-backs’ season so far reached another level after their extra-inning loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night, and Ryan Thompson found himself at the center of it.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 4

Four-run, 11th-inning rally sends Brewers past Diamondbacks

Brice Turang hit a two-run single in a four-run 11th inning to help the Milwaukee Brewers earn a 7-4 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a three-game series on Friday in Phoenix.

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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.

Torey Lovullo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 4

Torey Lovullo Explains D-backs' Controversial 10th-Inning Decision

The Arizona Diamondbacks lost a baseball game in one of the more painful ways imaginable on Friday night: failing to score the winning run in extra innings.

Lourdes Gurriel News / Burn City Sports / July 4

Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s jaw-dropping catch has Diamondbacks fans buzzing

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks fans had little to cheer about through the first three innings Friday night, but outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. gave them a moment they won’t forget.

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Torey Lovullo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 3

Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo Commits to Riding the Hot Hand

The Arizona Diamondbacks are up against it this weekend, facing a tough Milwaukee Brewers club. The D-backs have struggled on offense, with many of the veterans they were counting on failing to live up to past performance.

Ketel Marte News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 3

Ketel Marte Leads Diamondbacks Into Critical Series vs Brewers

If the Diamondbacks are going to convince their general manager Mike Hazen to follow through on his buy plan at the trade deadline, they're going to have to start beating good teams.

Jose Cabrera News / Field Level Media / July 3

D-backs' Jose Cabrera bids to test mettle vs. Brewers

Right-hander Jose Cabrera is scheduled to make his third major league start for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

1 massive MLB trade deadline mistake Diamondbacks must avoid making

At 43-43, the Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves in baseball’s most maddening position: firmly on the fence. They’re not good enough to feel comfortable, not bad enough to justify selling, and sitting just 2.5 games back of the final NL Wild Card spot with the August 3 trade deadline fast approaching.

Ketel Marte News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

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.

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).