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On YouTubeAlek Thomas News / Burn City Sports / May 8
Was designating Alek Thomas for assignment the right move for the Diamondbacks
In a statement move on Friday afternoon, the Arizona Diamondbacks showed they could no longer afford patience without production. Designating Alek Thomas for assignment was not about effort, attitude, or defense.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 8
D-Backs fans weigh in on Alek Thomas DFA as club turns to prospect Ryan Waldschmidt
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated longtime outfielder Alek Thomas for assignment, marking the end of a long and often frustrating search for consistency from one of the organization’s former top prospects.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Diamondbacks Designate Alek Thomas For Assignment, Promote Ryan Waldschmidt
The D-backs are cutting ties with one former top outfield prospect in order to turn the page toward a new one. Arizona announced Friday that Alek Thomas has been designated for assignment, while top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt‘s contract has been selected to the majors.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 7
What D-backs' Rough Series Loss to Pirates Told Us — And What it Didn't
The Arizona Diamondbacks lost their third straight series on Thursday afternoon, dropping two of three games to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Though it is still early, there are officially some serious concerns about what's taking place on the field, and those issues were highlighted in this series.
Torey Lovullo News / Burn City Sports / May 7
Diamondbacks CEO Derrick Hall endorses Lovullo’s message to starters, but will it be enough?
PHOENIX — As the Arizona Diamondbacks look to regain momentum during their latest homestand, team CEO Derrick Hall voiced strong support for manager Torey Lovullo’s decision to hold a full meeting with the club’s starting rotation.
MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 7
2 Bright Spots and 1 Big Question After D-backs' Loss to Pirates
The Arizona Diamondbacks put forward another rough performance on Thursday afternoon, falling in a 4-2 game to the Pittsburgh Pirates, and subsequently losing their third straight series.
How Inconsistent Playing Time Really Affects Young D-backs Hitters
It's always a hot topic among Arizona Diamondbacks fans — and, truthfully, 29 other fanbases, as well. Fans are quick to express displeasure with certain players' playing time, or, often the lack thereof.
Torey Lovullo Explains Off Day for Arenado, Gurriel and Moreno
The Arizona Diamondbacks face the rubber match of an important series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. And yet, Thursday's lineup does not include Nolan Arenado, Gabriel Moreno or Lourdes Gurriel Jr.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Ryne Nelson News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 7
Ryne Nelson's Stealthy Tweak to Pitch Arsenal Shows Promise
Arizona Diamondbacks starter Ryne Nelson is well known for his four-seam fastball. It's a pitch that he's been especially proud of, and for good reason.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Diamondbacks’ surprise breakout star behind MLB lead in triples
At 17-18, the Arizona Diamondbacks are five games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. While still early in the season, the Diamondbacks will need to find their consistency to make a real playoff push.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7
Nolan Arenado sums up Paul Skenes' stuff after getting shut out
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, as he’s been doing to all opponents since an uncharacteristic Opening Day dud, absolutely dominated the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 1-0 win on Wednesday night.
Paul Sewald News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 7
D-backs Closer Paul Sewald Re-Launches Heartwarming Charity Effort
After a year away from the Arizona Diamondbacks, returning closer Paul Sewald has re-launched his charity efforts in the Phoenix area. Sewald's Strikeouts 4 Kids, in partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation and Child Crisis Arizona, will make its return to the valley.
Paul Skenes News / ESPN / May 7
Skenes blanks D-backs on two-hit gem for Pirates 
- Paul Skenes threw eight brilliant innings in one of the best outings of the young star's career, Brandon Lowe hit a solo homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0 on Wednesday night.
Eduardo Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / May 6
D-backs support Eduardo Rodriguez's gem, blank Pirates
Eduardo Rodriguez tossed seven scoreless innings and Geraldo Perdomo had a two-run double during a five-run sixth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks notched a 9-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night at Phoenix.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Diamondbacks Outright Aramis Garcia, Jesus Valdez
The Diamondbacks announced that they have outrighted catcher Aramis Garcia to Triple-A Reno and infielder Jesus Valdez to Double-A Amarillo. Garcia had been designated for assignment last week when Gabriel Moreno was activated from the 10-day injured list.
Ildemaro Vargas News / Just Baseball / May 5
Ildemaro Vargas Is One of MLB’s Top Feel-Good Stories in 2026
Prior to the 2026 season, Ildemaro Vargas had played nine years in the big leagues and compiled just 1.8 bWAR. He had never posted an above-average OPS+, either, sticking around as a utilityman who played every position except catcher and center field across five different ball clubs.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 4
Sagging Diamondbacks sense opportunity in return to Arizona against Pirates
The Arizona Diamondbacks were beaten and battered on a 2-6 excursion and have fallen a game below .500. The Diamondbacks will look to regain their form with a six-game homestand that begins Tuesday night in Phoenix with the opener of a three-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
D-backs Designate Aramis Garcia For Assignment
The Diamondbacks announced this morning that they’ve designated catcher Aramis Garcia for assignment and reinstated fellow backstop Gabriel Moreno from the 10-day injured list.
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