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Diamondbacks Bullpen Spoils a Purple Celebration at Chase Field

On what should have been a night of celebration and triumph, the Arizona Diamondbacks went down to another crushing defeat due to their depleted and ineffective bullpen.

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Torey Lovullo Discusses D-backs Health Updates, Facing Dodgers

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo provided an update on the health of some important relievers on Friday in his pregame press conference, and discussed the challenge of facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in a four-game set.

Roki Sasaki News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9

Diamondbacks Get First Look at Roki Sasaki vs Dodgers

The Arizona Diamondbacks took a well-rounded 5-3 victory over the NL West juggernaut Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. On Friday, they'll have a chance at a guaranteed series split.

Yu-Min Lin News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9

Top Diamondbacks Pitching Prospect Has Strong Outing in Loss

The Arizona Diamondbacks' affiliates went 3-2 for the evening on Thursday, with a couple of very good starts and a doubleheader sweep included. Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators 4, Reno Aces 0 Yu-Min Lin made his second start of the season, and was very effective, throwing 5.2 innings and allowing two runs, one earned in a tough luck loss.

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The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 9

Fired up Diamondbacks charging into Friday in crucial clash with Dodgers

The Diamondbacks head into Friday night’s matchup having won the first game of the series last night over the Dodgers by a score of 5-3. It was a welcome sight to see for the D-Backs when they were able to capitalize on having bases loaded in the fourth inning when Gabriel Moreno hit his second ever career grand slam.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9

Diamondbacks to Debut New City Connect Jerseys vs Dodgers

The Arizona Diamondbacks are turning up the heat for their second game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The club will debut its brand-new "Serpientes" City Connect jerseys on Thursday, taking the field in the revamped purple and teal for the first time.

Brandon Pfaadt News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 9

D-backs' Brandon Pfaadt's Dominance over Dodgers Continues

When Brandon Pfaadt started Game 3 of the 2023 National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, he began to establish himself as a big game pitcher.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 9

Diamondbacks take aim at Roki Sasaki, Dodgers in rematch

Let the rivalry resume. The Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers got their first look at each other Thursday, when Arizona benefited from Gabriel Moreno's fourth-inning grand slam and 6 1/3 scoreless innings from Brandon Pfaadt for a 5-3 win in the opener of a four-game set in Phoenix.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / May 9

Brandon Pfaadt out duels Yamamoto in D-Backs dismantling of Dodgers on Thursday

The D-Backs took care of business tonight as they defeated their division rival, the Los Angeles Dodgers, by a score of 5-3 at Chase Field. It was a slow start for both teams offensively on Thursday night, as Brandon Pfaadt and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were dealing early on.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 9

Gabriel Moreno, D-backs slam Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Dodgers

Gabriel Moreno had three hits, including a grand slam, Brandon Pfaadt won his National League-leading sixth game, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 on Thursday in Phoenix.

Torey Lovullo News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8

Diamondbacks Manager Torey Lovullo: 'We're Doing Fine'

The Arizona Diamondbacks are very close to getting one member of their originally projected bullpen back, according to updates provided by manager Torey Lovullo.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / May 8

Desert storm brewing as Diamondbacks collide with rival Dodgers

The Diamondbacks are gearing up for a high-stakes four-game series against the star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers. This will be the first series of the season where Arizona will face off against one of its NL West divisional opponents.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8

D-backs Take On Dodgers in First NL West Matchup of 2025

The Arizona Diamondbacks will face an NL West rival for the first time in 2025 on Thursday. This comes in the form of the potent Los Angeles Dodgers, as they travel to the desert to play at Chase Field in what is an exciting weekend of baseball.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8

Checking in on Diamondbacks Playoff Odds Raises Concerns

37 games into the 2025 season, the Arizona Diamondbacks have a 19-18 record. They began the season 12-7, but are just 7-11 since April 18. They are six games back of the Shohei Ohtani-led Los Angeles Dodgers, who they play this weekend.

Demetrio Crisantes News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 8

Demetrio Crisantes Headlines Diamondbacks Minor League Roundup

Shaking things up a little bit, our recap of the Diamondbacks affiliate minor league action starts off with news out of the Northwest league High-A Hillsboro Hops 7, Eugene Emeralds 4 One of the top hitting prospects in the organization, Demetrio Crisantes, (No.

Corbin Burnes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7

Diamondbacks’ Corbin Burnes injection prompts quick return vs. Dodgers

Corbin Burnes played well in his last start for the Arizona Diamondbacks at the end of April. The Arizona starter hasn’t pitched since due to shoulder inflammation that forced him to skip a scheduled start for the first time since 2020.

Ryne Nelson News / Last Word On Sports / May 7

Versatile Diamondbacks Pitcher Ryne Nelson Contributing in Different Ways This Season

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson is demonstrating his versatility amid his emergence as an effective situational pitcher. While displaying promise as a starter, with 52 starts over the past two seasons, his role changed and he was moved to the bullpen for the 2025 season.

Merrill Kelly News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

Diamondbacks fans have unusual way of helping pitcher with cramping issue

Arizona Diamondbacks fans are doing everything they can to assist standout pitcher Merrill Kelly with his ongoing cramping issues.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7

Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo hints at eye-opening Derek Jeter, Geraldo Perdomo comparison

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been inconsistent, to say the least. However, manager Torey Lovullo sees Geraldo Perdomo as anything but. After Perdomo compared himself to a frog, the Arizona manager had another interesting quip for the breakout star.

Corbin Burnes News / Burn City Sports / May 7

Latest injury info for Corbin Burnes gives Arizona an answer sooner rather than later

Tuesday came with some news about star pitcher Corbin Burnes, as he received a cortisone shot for the first time in his career as he deals with a shoulder injury.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 7

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. carries Diamondbacks past slumping Mets

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had three hits, including a homer, and drove in two runs, Zac Gallen recorded his first home victory this season and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 5-1 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

Corbin Carroll News / Athlon Sports / May 6

MLB Reacts to Big Corbin Carroll News on Tuesday

Ever since entering Major League Baseball in 2022, Corbin Carroll has crafted a solid career, excelling with both bat and glove. The 24-year-old was the 16th overall pick in the 2019 draft, following a standout senior season in high school where he hit .540.

Corbin Burnes News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 3