Arizona Diamondbacks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

D-backs Sign Ruben Gallego to Headline Huge International Class

On Thursday, MLB's international signing period began. The Arizona Diamondbacks made a splash, reportedly signing eight players to free agent contracts for a total of $8,034,900.

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The trade Cardinals must make after Nolan Arenado deal with Diamondbacks

The St Louis Cardinals have made a lot of trades this offseason to shed salary. With Chaim Bloom taking over baseball operations, they are heading into a new era that does not include veteran players.

Jordan Lawlar News / ESPN / January 15

News or noise: Breakout season on tap for Arizona's Jordan Lawlar?

Eric Karabell keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz

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The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Nolan Arenado had a hilarious farewell to a Cardinals player

Third baseman Nolan Arenado is starting a new chapter in his baseball career, as the St. Louis Cardinals finally sent him elsewhere. But before he completely settles in with his new team, the Arizona Diamondbacks, the future Baseball Hall of Famer shared a heartfelt farewell message to the Cards, who had him on their roster for five seasons.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15

Diamondbacks rumors: Is Paul Goldschmidt reunion on table after Nolan Arenado trade?

The Arizona Diamondbacks shook MLB Free Agency with the bold Nolan Arenado trade with the St. Louis Cardinals, and now a familiar name has started to rise back into the conversation.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15

Writer reveals Paul Goldschmidt’s reaction to Diamondbacks’ Nolan Arenado trade

The Arizona Diamondbacks made one of the most impactful roster moves of the offseason, and it did not take long for the decision to receive high-profile validation.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 15

2025 MLB Farm Review: Texas Rangers

Thanks to prospect graduations and other circumstances, the Rangers’ farm system isn’t one of the deeper ones in the Majors right now. However, there is still firepower, headlined by teenage sensation Sebastian Walcott.

Nolan Arenado News / Burn City Sports / January 14

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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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.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 14

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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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 14

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.

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.

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.

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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / January 13