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Why the Diamondbacks couldn’t land Clay Holmes at the trade deadline

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks spent the trade deadline searching for more help in their starting rotation but ultimately came away empty-handed despite coming close to landing a proven arm.

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Diamondbacks Missed The Mark With Their Modest Deadline Results

As the clock hit triple zeroes on the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the reaction of many Arizona Diamondbacks fans carried an understandable aura of disappoitnment, frustration and bewilderment.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Mets backed out of trade with Diamondbacks for All-Star pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks had a deal in place for New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes that fell apart just before Monday’s MLB trade deadline. The Mets and Diamondbacks reportedly agreed to terms on a trade that would have sent the All-Star right-hander to Phoenix.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Field Level Media / August 4

Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks shut down Padres

Brandon Pfaadt won his sixth straight decision, Tim Tawa had three hits including a three-run homer, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 in Phoenix in a game matching National League wild-card contenders Monday.

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

Luis Arraez won his third consecutive batting title, this time with the Padres in the National League. He's the first player ever to win the title in three straight years with three different teams. Can you name every player to win the batting at least three times?

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 3

D-backs Counting on Return of Injured Players to Help Make Playoffs

Lost in the shuffle of all the Trade Deadline news, Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo offered a slew of health updates on Monday prior to their game against the San Diego Padres.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Mike Hazen News / Burn City Sports / August 3

‘I wish we were able to do more’: Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen reflects on trade deadline

PHOENIX — After the dust settled following the MLB trade deadline, Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen reflected on the final result and what happened behind the scenes.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Just ahead of the trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals agreed on a trade that will provide Arizona with a much-needed left-handed-hitting outfielder.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Nationals part ways with ace Foster Griffin in trade with Guardians

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

Casey Mize News / Burn City Sports / August 3

Was missing out on Casey Mize a huge mistake for the Diamondbacks?

The Arizona Diamondbacks entered the trade market knowing if they wanted to be a legitimate postseason contender, they needed another proven starting pitcher.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 3

Did the Arizona Diamondbacks waste the 2026 MLB trade deadline?

Every trade deadline creates winners and losers before a single game is played. What shocked Diamondbacks fans more than any blockbuster trade was that Arizona stood its ground and made little movement at the trade deadline.

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The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

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Lars Nootbaar News / Burn City Sports / August 3

Was trading for Lars Nootbaar the right move for the Diamondbacks?

With Lars Nootbaar officially becoming an Arizona Diamondback pending his medical review, the organization may have accomplished fixing a roster flaw that has existed for months.

Lars Nootbaar News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Diamondbacks To Acquire Lars Nootbaar

5:38pm: St. Louis will receive right-hander Daniel Eagen, left-hander Sandro Santana, and a player to be named later in the deal, reports John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3

1 last-minute trade Diamondbacks must make before deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks are running out of time to solve the one problem that’s kept them from separating in the National League Wild Card race: starting pitching.

Tyler Locklear News / Legends On Deck / August 3

Can Tyler Locklear Secure Regular Playing Time with Arizona

Can Tyler Locklear secure regular playing time with the Arizona Diamondbacks for the rest of the season? He needs to show not only that he belongs with the big-league club, but that he can be their everyday first baseman.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Wild-card contenders Diamondbacks, Padres clash in desert

The Arizona Diamondbacks were in danger of falling into a deeper hole when they faced the San Diego Padres before the All-Star break. How things have changed.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Diamondbacks manager sounds off on his player ‘breaking’ unwritten rule during perfect game bid

Arizona Diamondbacks skipper Torey Lovullo had Tim Tawa’s back after a contentious moment Sunday against the Cleveland Guardians. Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams had a perfect game through five innings of work against the D-Backs at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Field Level Media / August 2

Behind Geraldo Perdomo, D-backs vie for sweep of Guardians

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo picked a great role model in Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramírez. Perdomo has repaid Ramírez for his friendship by powering the Diamondbacks to a pair of wins in their three-game series in Cleveland, strengthening their hold on a National League wild-card spot.