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D-backs' Brandon Pfaadt strives to extend torrid run in clash vs. Pirates

Right-hander Brandon Pfaadt has done nothing but win since rejoining the Arizona Diamondbacks' rotation last month. With five wins in five starts since late June, Pfaadt will return to the mound Tuesday night as the Diamondbacks vie to snap a three-game skid in a matchup against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

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Diamondbacks’ Wild Card hopes take another hit after third straight loss

PITTSBURGH — After dropping their three-game series in Washington, D.C., the Arizona Diamondbacks looked to start their next series against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a win.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 27

D-Backs’ Torey Lovullo shuts down Ketel Marte tension rumors after Instagram buzz

PITTSBURGH — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo downplayed concerns surrounding Ketel Marte’s recent Instagram activity. Marte sparked widespread conversation among fans Sunday night and into Monday morning after some supporters noticed he had deleted Diamondbacks-related content from his account and was no longer following the team.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 27

Diamondbacks' Series vs Pirates Comes With Huge Playoff Implications

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of a road trip that might become a determining factor in their playoff fates. After beating the Cardinals in a one-off make-up game, they lost two out of three games to the pesky Washington Nationals.

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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 / July 27

5 Rental Pitchers Who Could Rescue Diamondbacks' Staff at Deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks are fighting for their playoff lives, clinging to a one-game lead in the NL Wild Card standings. They're doing so with a depleted rotation due to injuries to Corbin Burnes, Michael Soroka, Ryne Nelson and Zac Gallen.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / July 27

Would the Diamondbacks actually trade superstar Ketel Marte?

The modern sports world usually turns every social media move into a breaking news event. A player unfollows teammates, deletes photos, or wipes an Instagram page, and trade rumors immediately explode.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / July 27

Ketel Marte’s Instagram wipe has Diamondbacks fans fearing the worst

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks fans were sent into a frenzy Sunday night after trade rumors surrounding All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte were reignited.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / July 27

Ketel Marte clears Instagram of D-backs content, sparking trade speculation

Ketel Marte’s Instagram became the hottest topic in Arizona, not because of a home run or highlight reel, but because Diamondbacks references disappeared from his profile.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 26

Ugly Loss to Nationals is a Wake-Up Call for D-backs' Deadline Needs

It became exceedingly clear, as the Arizona Diamondbacks lost an ugly series to the Washington Nationals this weekend, what needs GM Mike Hazen simply cannot afford to ignore this Trade Deadline.

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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.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 26

Failed Comeback vs Nationals Hurts Diamondbacks More Than You Think

The Arizona Diamondbacks brought the go-ahead run to the plate in the ninth inning of Sunday's rubber match against the Washington Nationals, but they were unable to overcome what was, at one point, a five-run deficit to their National League foes.

Gabriel Moreno News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26

Diamondbacks Interested In Extension With Gabriel Moreno

During a radio interview Thursday with Dan Bickley and Vince Marotta of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, Diamondbacks team president/CEO Derrick Hall said his club

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Randal Grichuk News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 26

One Year Later, Diamondbacks' Randal Grichuk Trade Looks Rough

Exactly one year ago on Sunday, the Arizona Diamondbacks participated in a "hug watch" trade with the Kansas City Royals, sending out veteran platoon outfielder Randal Grichuk.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 26

5 Potential Rental Bat Targets for the Diamondbacks at Trade Deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks currently hold a 1.5-game lead for the third National League Wild Card spot, and are just one game behind the Phillies for the second Wild Card position.

Mitch Bratt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 25

Diamondbacks' Mitch Bratt is Struggling in the Majors So Far

The transition to the major leagues has been a bit ofg a bumpy ride for one of the Arizona Diamondbacks' young pitching prospects, at least, so far. On Saturday, left-hander Mitch Bratt made his fourth start in the majors for the Diamondbacks.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 25

Paul Goldschmidt makes unique history in Yankees' win over Phillies

Every win counts the same no matter the score, but the final score of the New York Yankees' Friday win made some history as well as improving the team's record to 58-45.

Yankees infielder goes off on MLB for targeting him

Corbin Carroll matches MLB legend Lou Gehrig with latest achievement

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / July 24

Eduardo Rodriguez, Diamondbacks earn tight win over Nationals

Gabriel Moreno drove in the go-ahead run with a seventh-inning sacrifice fly as the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 on Friday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / July 24

Diamondbacks' Carroll matches MLB legend Gehrig with latest triple

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll matches MLB legend Lou Gehrig with latest triple

Carroll now has 12 triples on the season and 55 for his career.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 23

D-backs take makeup game with Cardinals as Tyler Locklear stars

Brandon Pfaadt threw six quality innings and Tyler Locklear went 3-for-5 with a homer and three RBIs on Thursday to help the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks earn a 10-6 victory over the St.

Gabriel Moreno News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Diamondbacks Reveal Gabriel Moreno Extension Update

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made it clear that Gabriel Moreno remains a central part of the franchise's long-term plans. Chief executive officer Derrick

Mike Soroka News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Michael Soroka's ERA Says Buy. His xERA Says Wait.

Michael Soroka’s current IL stint comes at an interesting time, as fantasy managers contemplate whether to hold the right-hander on their rosters. The Diamondbacks starter is having a solid season after making some changes to his arm angle and pitching arsenal, and he has lowered his ERA to a formidable 3.07.

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