Arizona Diamondbacks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Long-Time Diamondbacks Infielder Signs With Nationals

The journey of multi-time Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Sergio Alcantara continues to wind. According to a recent report from insider Francys Romero, the long-time former D-backs farmhand has just inked a deal with the Washington Nationals.

Merrill Kelly News / Burn City Sports / January 29

D-Backs mainstay Merrill Kelly commits to 2026 Annexus Pro-Am

SCOTTSALDE — Arizona Diamondbacks mainstay Merrill Kelly is switching his glove for a golf club as he enters the 2026 Annexus Pro-Am at the WM Phoenix Open, tournament organizers announced Thursday.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Diamondbacks Sign Former Nationals Pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made another potential addition to their bullpen. According to a recent report from FanSided's Robert Murray, the D-backs have signed former Washington Nationals righty reliever Derek Law.

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Zac Gallen News / CBSSports.com / January 29

MLB rumors: Zac Gallen drawing interest from three teams as spring training looms

Zac Gallen had a down year in 2025 and was ranked as the 18th-best free agent this offseason

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / January 29

Which D-backs Top Prospects Will Make an MLB Impact in 2026?

With limited money to spend in the offseason and many needs overall, there’s clear pressure on the young players of the Arizona Diamondbacks to have some impactful seasons.

Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

D-backs' Nolan Arenado Had High Praise for New Star Teammate

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado has yet to take the field with his new club, but he's already quite familiar with franchise superstar Corbin Carroll.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 29

Diamondbacks Named Trade Fit For Guardians All-Star

The Arizona Diamondbacks are still somewhat depleted in the outfield. As Lourdes Gurriel Jr. continues to rehab, and Jake McCarthy departs via trade to Colorado, the D-backs find themselves with a thinned-out group of outfielders.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Marte vs Chisholm 2026 Fantasy Comparison

It’s the second round of your draft. You started in the four spot and secured your anchor OF in Juan Soto. You could go for a pitcher, but there are plenty of SP1s and RP1s on the board that you can grab on the comeback and during the Round 4/5 turn.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 28

D-backs Outfield Plans Are Painfully Obvious

The Arizona Diamondbacks have need in their outfield, but all signs seem to be pointing towards an in-house solution — or perhaps multiple. Somewhere on the D-backs' long list of roster holes (but certainly not at the top) heading into this offseason was the need for a right-handed hitting outfielder.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 28

D-backs' MiLB Affiliate Secures Future With Massive Agreement

The Arizona Diamondbacks' Triple-A club has secured its future. On Wednesday, the Reno Aces announced they had reached a major agreement between Aces ownership and the city to remain in Reno through the 2049 season.

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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.

Derek Law News / Burn City Sports / January 28

RHP Derek Law joins Diamondbacks on minor league deal

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to add pitching depth, giving themselves additional options heading into spring training. According to Good Morning Ball’s Aaron Hughes, the Diamondbacks have signed right-handed pitcher Derek Law to a minor league contract.

Grae Kessinger News / The Forkball / January 28

Mets Add Grae Kessinger, Boosting Infield Depth Move

The New York Mets added to their infield depth chart by reaching a minor-league agreement with former Astros shortstop Grae Kessinger, according to multiple reports.

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Nolan Arenado News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 28

Why a Nolan Arenado Decline May Not Be Imminent for D-backs

Regardless of how many career accolades a player may have, there's always risk of decline when bringing in a long-time veteran player. Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado is a prime example.

Zac Gallen News / Total Pro Sports / January 28

MLB Rumors: Zac Gallen Gets Latest Update with Potential Suitors

The MLB free agent market is pretty much alive with spring training just around the corner. Teams are still signing outfielders, but a handful of free agents are still walking around.

Grae Kessinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Mets, Grae Kessinger Agree To Minor League Deal

The Mets are in agreement with infielder Grae Kessinger on a minor league contract, reports Mike Puma of The New York Post. A client of O’Connell Sports Management, he’ll be in camp as a non-roster invitee.

Zac Gallen News / Fastball on SI / January 27

Zac Gallen Report Points to 3 Free Agent Landing Spots

The free agent starting pitching market still has a few names out there that could move the needle in 2026. Framber Valdez is a guy out there for the taking who is a legit No.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 27

Diamondbacks’ Nolan Arenado reveals the truth behind blocking Astros trade

Following more than a years’ worth of speculation, Nolan Arenado is finally on a new team. The St. Louis Cardinals traded the eight-time All-Star third baseman to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Jack Martinez, continuing a roster reset that also included the departures of Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras.