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The Arizona Diamondbacks' outfield has changed its look multiple times throughout the course of the 2026 regular season. One such change the Diamondbacks opted to make in recent days was the decision to designate veteran outfield slugger Max Kepler for assignment, after a mostly unsuccessful stint in Arizona this season.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Former Phillies Player Has Contract Terminated by MLB Team

Max Kepler’s time in the majors took another turn Tuesday, and Philadelphia Phillies fans who watched him every day last summer now have a new footnote on a familiar name.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Diamondbacks Designate Max Kepler For Assignment

The Diamondbacks have designated outfielder Max Kepler for assignment and recalled catcher Adrian Del Castillo from Triple-A Reno, the team announced. They now have two open 40-man roster spots.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 13

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8

Diamondbacks' Ryan Waldschmidt stuns Dodgers with walk-off home run

Diamondbacks rookie Ryan Waldschmidt stuns Dodgers with walk-off home run

The home run was Waldschmidt’s second in the majors and his first walk-off hit.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 19

MLB roundup: Max Kepler completes comeback as D-Backs stun Cardinals

Max Kepler delivered the game-winning RBI in the 10th inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks scored eight unanswered runs in an 8-7 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday in Phoenix.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 19

D-Backs rally from down 7 to beat Cardinals in 10 innings

Max Kepler delivered the game-winning RBI in the 10th inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks scored eight unanswered runs in an 8-7 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday in Phoenix.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 7

The Diamondbacks' Max Kepler Gamble is Finally Starting to Pay Off

It took until his eighth game as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks, but outfielder Max Kepler finally delivered his first big-impact swing (or two) for his new club on Monday night.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Rays broadcaster roasted Max Kepler after PED suspension

Tampa Bay Rays broadcaster Brian Anderson got a pretty good shot in Saturday at Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Max Kepler. Kepler made his Diamondbacks debut earlier this week after serving an 80-game suspension for a failed PED test.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 25

D-backs Reveal New Lineup for Game 4 vs Cardinals: Max Kepler Returns

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a chance to take what would be a major series victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. With a 4:45 p.m. Arizona time first pitch looming, the D-backs hold a 2-1 lead in their four-game series at Busch Stadium in St.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 25

Diamondbacks to add OF Max Kepler ahead of Cardinals series finale

ST. LOUIS — The Arizona Diamondbacks are bringing in a new addition ahead of their series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. According to Arizona Central’s Nick Piecoro, the Diamondbacks are adding outfielder Max Kepler.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

D-backs To Activate Max Kepler

The Diamondbacks signed veteran outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal earlier this month as the 33-year-old wrapped up the final stages of an 80-game PED suspension.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 8

Diamondbacks Sign Max Kepler: What to Make of Move

Once the halfway mark of the 2026 MLB season arrives, the Diamondbacks will look to see if Max Kepler can give the Arizona offense a jolt. Kepler signed with the team late on June 7, giving the D-Backs a mid-season acquisition without needing to give up any assets.

MLB News / HITC / June 8

Diamondbacks sign Max Kepler while he serves a PED suspension in a low risk gamble

The Arizona Diamondbacks just added a veteran outfielder who cannot play until late June and is coming off both a down year and a performance-enhancing drug suspension.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / June 8

Diamondbacks add veteran OF Max Kepler on 1-year deal

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks added veteran outfield depth, signing outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year contract. Kepler is currently on the restricted list and won’t be eligible to join the Diamondbacks until late June after completing his 80-game suspension for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs last year.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 8

Reports: Diamondbacks sign suspended OF Max Kepler

Max Kepler has 18 days remaining until his suspension for performance-enhancing drug usage is over. But when the ban is over, the outfielder now knows where he'll be headed.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / January 10

Former Phillies outfielder Max Kepler suspended after positive PED test

Major League Baseball announced Friday that it will be suspending Kepler for 80 games after testing positive for a banned substance called Epitrenbolone.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 9

Former Phillies outfielder Max Kepler tests positive for PEDs

A former 30-homer hitter has been suspended 80 games by Major League Baseball after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / January 9

OF Max Kepler suspended 80 games for PED violation

Outfielder Max Kepler, currently a free agent, has been suspended 80 games by Major League Baseball after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2025

The Phillies need to replace this struggling bat at the deadline

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