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Diamondbacks look to continue mastery of Giants in series opener

A playoff hopeful desperate for wins will run into a revenge-seeking non-contender when the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks open a four-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday night.

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Crew chief Alfonso Márquez speaks on controversial no-call during Diamondbacks, Cubs game

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs had plenty of heated moments during their series this week, but one of the major ones came during Wednesday’s series finale.

Zack Littell News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Diamondbacks Release Zack Littell

The Diamondbacks placed Zack Littell on release waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Assuming he goes unclaimed, he’ll be a free agent. Arizona designated Littell for assignment on Sunday, ending his tenure with the club after three appearances.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Diamondbacks' Series Win Over Cubs Was Crucial for Playoff Race

The Arizona Diamondbacks were shut out, dominated and silenced by a score of 7-0 in game one of their series against the Chicago Cubs this week. Arizona then rallied for two tough-fought, emotional wins to take the 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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Diamondbacks Reveal New Starting Pitcher For Thursday Game vs Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks' starting rotation is in a state of uncertainty. There is now a small amount of clarity as to how they'll proceed moving forward.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Torey Lovullo Addresses Pete Crow-Armstrong's Outburst Over Balk No-Call

For the second time in three days, tempers flared at Chase Field during the Arizona Diamondbacks' series win over the Chicago Cubs. In the top of the sixth inning, knotted at 0-0, Cubs star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong rapped a leadoff double on the first pitch of the frame.

Eduardo Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / August 26

Eduardo Rodriguez helps Diamondbacks blank Cubs

Jordan Lawlar homered, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven scoreless innings, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 to win the rubber game of a three-game series matching National League wild-card contenders in Phoenix on Wednesday afternoon.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Why The Diamondbacks Finally Look Like a Connected Team Again

"If, at a time of crisis, you guys don't link up, [a comeback will] never take place." That was, in paraphrase, the message eight-time Super Bowl champion

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Torey Lovullo Announces Reason for Gabriel Moreno’s Removal From Diamondbacks Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Wednesday that Gabriel Moreno’s absence from the starting lineup is simply a scheduled rest day, according

Gabriel Moreno News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Gabriel Moreno Out of Diamondbacks Lineup For Cubs Finale

The Arizona Diamondbacks are staring down a crucial game three rubber match contest with the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field on Wednesday afternoon. After a walk-off home run by rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt, Arizona turned a series loss into the chance for a series win Wednesday.

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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.

Ketel Marte News / The Lead / August 26

How Did Ketel Marte Betray the Arizona Diamondbacks?

The Arizona Diamondbacks and their complete 26-man roster flew into the Boston Logan International Airport late last Sunday night. The team was prepping for a vital three-game series against the Boston Red Sox.

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks’ Ryan Waldschmidt did something no MLB rookie has done before

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks’ Ryan Waldschmidt might only have three home runs in his young MLB career so far, but his latest has put him in a club of his own.

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Ryan Waldschmidt News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Why isn’t Ryan Waldschmidt starting every day for the Diamondbacks?

One of the biggest questions surrounding the Diamondbacks isn’t whether Ryan Waldschmidt can make an impact; it’s why Arizona isn’t giving him more chances to prove it.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Torey Lovullo Reveals Jordan Lawlar Update After Diamondbacks Game

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar received encouraging news after taking a fastball to the helmet during Tuesday’s 5-4 walk-off victory over the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Diamondbacks Manager Admits Mistake & Apologizes After MLB Official Clarifies Cubs’ Sign-Relaying Incident

Chicago Cubs’ name in a sign-related controversy? That might not be entirely shocking. Back in 2002, the Cubs were embroiled in a sign-stealing controversy when Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan accused them of relaying signs, leading to a Sammy Sosa home run.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 26

No lead is safe as Diamondbacks, Cubs enter series finale

The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks share the major league lead with 40 come-from-behind victories apiece. Ryan Waldschmidt proved again that no lead if safe against either of these offenses, hitting a two-out, two-run walk-off homer to give the Diamondbacks a 5-4 win on Tuesday.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

Rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt has etched his name into Arizona Diamondbacks history. D-Backs manager Torey Lovullo threw Waldschmidt into a massive spot Tuesday, trailing the Chicago Cubs 4-3 in the bottom of the 9th inning.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gives update on Jordan Lawlar

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gave a positive update on outfielder Jordan Lawlar after he was removed from Tuesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs after being hit by a pitch.

Ryan Waldschmidt News / Field Level Media / August 26

Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off blast lifts Diamondbacks past Cubs

Pinch hitter Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run walk-off homer with two outs in the ninth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly has profane message for Cubs coach amid sign-stealing controversy

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has called out Chicago Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry for his alleged “B.S.” behavior.

Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Diamondbacks’ Merrill Kelly alleges Cubs coach was relaying signs

The start of the work week wasn’t very kind to the Arizona Diamondbacks. They were on the receiving end of a 7-0 demolition at the hands of the Chicago Cubs, and considering that the Diamondbacks are chasing a postseason spot, losses like this do not help.

Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 24