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Nolan Arenado says joining Arizona was a ‘no-brainer,’ sets high expectations for 2026

PHOENIX — When newly acquired Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado found out he was being traded to the desert, he was in shock. Not necessarily because of where he landed, but because of how long the process took and for it to finally come to an end.

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Diamondbacks GM dishes truth behind Nolan Arenado trade

The Arizona Diamondbacks recently made a big move, acquiring Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals for Jack Martinez and cash. Arenado waived his no-trade clause to make the deal happen, and it was obvious the Diamondbacks were looking to make an upgrade to their team.

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Top D-backs Prospect Has Chance to Make Opening Day Roster

The Diamondbacks will open the 2026 season without their starting left fielder, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., who is recovering from surgery to repair a torn ACL.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / January 13

Diamondbacks continue to address pressing need, sign RHP Jonathan Loáisiga

PHOENIX — Lost in the shuffle of one of the biggest trades this offseason, the Arizona Diamondbacks have gone back to work to add more pitching depth. According to ESPN’s Jorge Castillo, the Diamondbacks signed veteran right-handed reliever Jonathan Loáisiga to a minor-league contract with an invitation to Spring Training.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 13

Matt Holiday shares blunt Diamondbacks Nolan Arenado trade assessment

Reaction to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ blockbuster acquisition of Nolan Arenado continues to shape early offseason discussion, as trade analysis across baseball media increasingly favors Arizona.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 13

What Nolan Arenado Trade Means for Blaze Alexander, Jordan Lawlar

The Arizona Diamondbacks made a surprise trade on Tuesday, acquiring All-Star and Platinum Glove-winning third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for right-hander Jack Martinez and cash.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / January 14

Diamondbacks’ trade for Nolan Arenado focuses on building around Ketel Marte

PHOENIX — Nolan Arenado’s trade to the Arizona Diamondbacks was a surprise, but it was strategically tied to All-Star Ketel Marte. Hazen said discussions about Arenado had initially started at the beginning of the offseason, as most teams inquire about certain players early on.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Sport Relay / January 13

Diamondbacks Sign Jonathan Loaisaga to Minor League Deal

Free agent reliever Jonathan Loaisaga has agreed to a minor league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, marking the end of his eight-year tenure with the New York Yankees.

Nolan Arenado News / Last Word On Sports / January 13

Arizona Diamondbacks Trade for Nolan Arenado

The Arizona Diamondbacks have acquired eight-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals. The deal sends highly regarded pitching prospect Jack Martinez to St.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 13

D-backs GM Mike Hazen Opens Up on Nolan Arenado Trade

On Tuesday morning, the Arizona Diamondbacks made a surprise trade, acquiring All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for right-hander Jack Martinez and salary relief.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13

Diamondbacks To Sign Jonathan Loáisiga To Minor League Deal

The Diamondbacks and right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Jorge Castillo of ESPN. The ISE Baseball client will be in big league camp with the Snakes in spring training.

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MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 13

Diamondbacks Sign Former Yankees Reliever

According to a recent report from ESPN's Jorge Castillo, the Arizona Diamondbacks have signed former New York Yankees right-hand reliever Jonathan Loaisiga to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 13

Diamondbacks agree to contract with ex-Yankees reliever

The Arizona Diamondbacks know they’ll need to put up quite a fight to compete in the NL West. In an effort to bolster their bullpen, the Diamondbacks have turned to a former New York Yankees standout in free agency.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / January 13

What does the Nolan Arenado trade mean for the future of the Arizona Diamondbacks?

It was a hectic morning for the Arizona Diamondbacks, as the trade for Nolan Arenado has fans and ballclubs around the league turning heads and asking questions about what the D-backs’ future looks like.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 13

Diamondbacks hope to bolster lineup with addition of Nolan Arenado

After months of expecting third baseman Nolan Arenado to be shipped off from the St. Louis Cardinals, a deal has finally been struck.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13

Diamondbacks, Shawn Dubin Agree To Minor League Deal

The D-backs and free agent righty Shawn Dubin agreed to a minor league deal, per Baseball America’s Matt Eddy. The agreement was actually reached last month, based on Dubin’s transaction log at MLB.com, but apparently didn’t become finalized until more recently.

Juan Morillo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 13

How Electric Flamethrower Emerged for the Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks' 2025 season was one that will stand out, at least in recent history, as one of the more brutal, unpredictable seasons this franchise has had to endure.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / January 13

Left-Handed Relievers for the Diamondbacks To Target

Now that the drama surrounding the Arizona Diamondbacks and whether they would trade Ketel Marte has ended (anticlimactically), the team and general manager Mike Hazen can turn their attention to their other pressing needs, namely the bullpen.

Demetrio Crisantes News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 12

Diamondbacks' Top-5 Prospect Teases 2026 Return

Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Demetrio Crisantes was one of the more promising hitting prospects in the organization, until a significant shoulder injury claimed almost the entirety of his 2025 season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 11

GM Mike Hazen Discusses Diamondbacks’ Remaining Offseason Goals

Ketel Marte is officially off the market, but even if the Diamondbacks aren’t swinging a big trade this winter they still have plenty of work to do. The team’s biggest move of the offseason has been reuniting with Merrill Kelly in free agency.

Jake McCarthy News / Field Level Media / January 10

Rockies acquire OF Jake McCarthy from Diamondbacks

The Colorado Rockies acquired outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday in exchange for minor-league right-hander Josh Grosz. McCarthy, 28, batted .204 with four homers and 20 RBIs in 67 games last season with Arizona.

Ketel Marte News / Yardbarker / January 9

Diamondbacks lose out on trading their best asset in All-Star Ketel Marte

Following weeks of speculation that the Arizona Diamondbacks would trade three-time All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports

Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / January 8

Red Sox face just one competitor for Alex Bregman

The two-time World Series champion has yet to sign a new deal after opting out of his contract with Boston.

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Zac Gallen News / Just Baseball / January 8

Zac Gallen is still a great fit for the Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been trying to find their way back to the World Series for the past two seasons and have yet to be able to make it to even the postseason since their spectacular run in 2023.