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D-backs Can't Make This Free Agency Mistake

The Arizona Diamondbacks certainly have a great deal of roster gaps to fill in the coming months. With a reduced payroll coming, this offseason will be a challenge, to say the least.

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Veteran Infielder Closes Door on Return to D-backs

On Friday, former Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Connor Kaiser found a new home — signing a minor league deal with the Kansas City Royals. Kaiser had previously been outrighted off the 40-man roster by the D-backs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 9

D-backs' 'Untradeable' Contract is an Ugly One

The Arizona Diamondbacks will most likely be going into 2026 with a lowered payroll. After reaching franchise-record levels in each of the past two seasons, Arizona will look to recoup some of their available funds this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 9

Analyst's D-backs Projection Will Have Fans Uneasy

Arizona Diamondbacks fans know very well that the current roster is in dire need of some serious reinforcements — mainly on the pitching staff. But just where does Arizona rank in terms of projections?

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Zac Gallen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 8

Mets urged to sign Zac Gallen away from Diamondbacks

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the New York Mets enter a pivotal offseason as team president David Stearns faces key roster decisions. Chief among the questions awaiting the club this winter are whether to re-sign free agent Pete Alonso and how to improve the starting rotation.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

David Hagaman News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 8

D-backs Starter Makes Surprise Relief Appearance

On Friday afternoon, Arizona Diamondbacks No. 15 prospect David Hagaman made an appearance in the Salt River Rafters' 11-2 loss to the Scottsdale Saguaros, but not under normal circumstances.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 8

Why D-backs Have to Pursue Former Padres All-Star Closer

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a lot of needs this offseason — mostly in terms of pitching. But the most pressing need is, at it has regularly been over recent years, a true ninth-inning closer.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / November 8

Silver Slugger sweep was historic for Diamondbacks

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ Silver Slugger winners made a bit of history with their achievements this season. Second baseman Ketel Marte won his second Silver Slugger Award, earning the honor in back-to-back seasons.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 8

How Scott Boras Could Cost the Diamondbacks a Top Draft Pick

On Thursday, it was announced that the Diamondbacks had made a qualifying offer to free agent Zac Gallen. The value of the that offer is roughly $22 million.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 7

11 D-backs MiLB Players Elect Free Agency

Thursday brought a flurry of roster moves to the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. In addition to those announced by the team Thursday evening, seven members of the D-backs' organization elected free agency.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Rodeo on SI / November 7

Move Over Diamondbacks, the Hondo Cowboys Are Coming To Town

Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz. is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks MLB team, but for one weekend in November, the area is filled with cowboy hats and bucking horses.

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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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Sport Relay / November 7

Carroll, Perdomo, and Marte Win 2025 Silver Slugger Awards

The Arizona Diamondbacks got some big news this week, and fans all over the Valley are buzzing. Corbin Carroll, Geraldo Perdomo, and Ketel Marte each won 2025 Silver Slugger Awards, solidifying them among the best hitters in all of Major League Baseball.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 7

D-backs Manager to Make Appearance at Fall League All-Star Game

The annual Arizona Fall League All-Star Game (known as the Fall Star Game) will take place on Sunday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. Arizona time, and Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo will be there to make an appearance at Sloan Park in Mesa.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / November 7

D-Backs’ Lovullo and Tigers’ Skubal invest time in future stars at Arizona Fall League

MESA — As the Arizona Fall League rolls on, two Major League Baseball figures with Valley ties made visits: Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal and Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 7

D-backs Prospect Selected to Fall League All-Star Team

On Thursday, rosters for the Arizona Fall League's annual Fall Star Game were announced, and only one Arizona Diamondbacks hitting prospect made the cut.

Zac Gallen News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 7

Why D-backs Extending Zac Gallen Qualifying Offer Was A No-Brainer

The Arizona Diamondbacks have officially extended right-hander Zac Gallen the Qualifying Offer, according to a report Thursday. Gallen now has until November 18 to make a decision on whether to accept or decline.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Diamondbacks make a flurry of roster changes

Infielder Ildemaro Vargas, catcher James McCann and left-hander Jalen Beeks have elected free agency. Right-handers Austin Pope, John Curtiss and Casey Kelly, left-hander Kyle Nelson and infielder Connor Kaiser were outrighted off the 40-man roster. Arizona’s 40-man roster now sits at 38 players.

Zac Gallen News / Burn City Sports / November 6

Diamondbacks extend qualifying offer to Zac Gallen as future remains unknown

Zac Gallen was named as one of the 13 players in Major League Baseball that was extended a qualifying offer, as the Arizona Diamondbacks would love to see him back in the Desert.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / November 6

Diamondbacks trio sweep Silver Slugger nominations

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks swept their Silver Slugger nominations, with Corbin Carroll, Geraldo Perdomo and Ketel Marte each receiving the award.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Diamondbacks outright four players off 40-man roster

The Diamondbacks outrighted four players off the 40-man roster, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Right-handers John Curtiss and Casey Kelly, lefty Kyle Nelson, and infielder Connor Kaiser all went unclaimed on waivers.

Lourdes Gurriel News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. exercises player option

Outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has triggered his player option, per Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Gurriel will return to the Diamondbacks next year and will make a $13MM salary.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / October 29

Five Takeaways From the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 2025 Season

For years now, the Arizona Diamondbacks have struggled to consistently put together streaks of winning seasons. This is a team that hasn’t won the National League West since all the way back in 2011 and hasn’t had a string of three or more .500 seasons in a row since they did so from 1999 to 2003.