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Diamondbacks Improve Playoff Odds with Series Win Over Padres

The Diamondbacks took care of business on a critical homestand, going 5-1 against the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres. They've put themselves in a better position to buy at the trade deadline, closing to 3.5 games of a playoff spot, although there's still plenty of baseball left.

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Merrill Kelly Labors in D-backs Loss to Padres

A Sunday Father's day crowd of 42,676 packed Chase Field in anticipation of a possible sweep by the Diamondbacks of the San Diego Padres. The D-backs had just recorded a thrilling five-run, bottom of the ninth comeback victory the night before.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 15

Another D-backs Pitcher Getting Second Opinions on Elbow MRI

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo revealed today that the reason Tommy Henry is on the 7-day minor league injured list is due to an elbow injury. Henry had imaging, and is seeking second opinions.

Mike Hazen News / CBSSports.com / June 15

Diamondbacks intend to buy at trade deadline despite 'really tough' National League race, says GM Mike Hazen

The Diamondbacks currently sit on the outside of the playoff picture, but there's plenty of time

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How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

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Diamondbacks aim to sweep Padres on Sunday with explosive offense

A sweep over the San Diego Padres is on the line on Sunday as the Arizona Diamondbacks have a golden opportunity to make a statement. Currently, the Arizona Diamondbacks are on a five-game winning streak, and coming off of a miraculous comeback in the ninth inning.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Diamondbacks ‘swarmed’ with trade calls, but there’s a problem

The Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly getting a lot of calls from other MLB teams about possible trades. The Diamondbacks have several players being mentioned as trade candidates, including star pitcher Zac Gallen.

Blaze Alexander News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 15

D-backs' Blaze Alexander Continues Hot Streak for Reno Aces

The Arizona Diamondbacks' affiliates combined for a 4-0 sweep of their opponents on Saturday night. Here's how each level achieved victory: The Aces won a shootout at home after an eventful first two innings for both teams.

Gabriel Moreno News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 15

D-backs Gold Glove Catcher Finally Having His Offensive Breakout

Gabriel Moreno has been the Diamondbacks' primary catcher since the start of the 2023 season. In his first two seasons, he's been exactly what they've wanted: a strong defensive catcher and a tough out at the bottom of the order.

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / June 15

Merrill Kelly, Diamondbacks seek sweep over Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks will hunt for a home series sweep over National League West rival San Diego on Sunday afternoon behind Merrill Kelly, their most efficient pitcher this season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Diamondbacks walk off Padres with 5 run 9th inning

After a slow start to the season that led some to predict the Arizona Diamondbacks would be sellers at the trade deadline, the team is suddenly red-hot.

Geraldo Perdomo News / Burn City Sports / June 15

Geraldo Perdomo ignites D-Backs’ ninth-inning victory with stunning heroics

The D-Backs kept their winning streak alive in incredible fashion after Geraldo Perdomo’s heroics as the roller coaster season for Arizona continues.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Diamondbacks stage huge rally to beat Padres in 9th

Josh Naylor drove in Geraldo Perdomo from third base with a chopping ground ball to first to cap a five-run ninth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for an 8-7 victory over the San Diego Padres in Phoenix on Saturday.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14

Diamondbacks manager shares more unfortunate injury news about team's bullpen

Just one day after Diamondbacks closer Justin Martinez underwent Tommy John surgery, fans in Arizona received more troubling news about the status of the bullpen.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 14

Injuries pouring on Diamondbacks pitching staff as A.J. Puk gets worse news

It seems like a broken record at this point, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are now dealing with another pitching injury as closer A.J. Puk will receive more imagining done on his elbow after pausing his throwing program.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 14

Arizona Diamondbacks Affiliate is Running Absolutely Amazing Promotion on Saturday

The Reno Aces, the Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, are running an absolutely awesome "Peanuts" themed promotion on Saturday. The Aces will

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 14

D-backs Reliever to Have Surprise Back Surgery, Miss Rest of Season

When Diamondbacks reliever Christian Montes De Oca first went on the injured list retroactive to June 9, the team announced it was due to right elbow inflammation.

Jake McCarthy News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 14

Jake McCarthy's Monster Night Keys Reno's Rout of Sugar Land

The Diamondbacks' minor league affiliates combined for a 3-1 record. Here's all the action from Friday's games in the organization. Jake McCarthy slugged the first pitch he saw out of the ballpark to start a 22-hit rout of Sugar Land.

Zac Gallen News / Field Level Media / June 14

Amid pitching woes, D-backs counting on Zac Gallen vs. Padres

After losing another key pitching piece on Friday, the Arizona Diamondbacks could use a return to form by 2023 All-Star Game starter Zac Gallen. Gallen (4-8, 5.15 ERA) will take his next turn Saturday when he opposes San Diego right-hander Ryan Bergert (1-0, 1.26) in a veteran/rookie matchup in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 14

Diamondbacks take care of Padres with ease

Friday night was a victorious one for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they defeated the San Diego Padres by a score of 5-1. The D-Backs have now won four straight, as the Snakes have been playing some of their best baseball as of late.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Homers guide D-backs past Padres in season-series opener

Josh Naylor and Corbin Carroll homered as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 on Friday in Phoenix during the first meeting between the National League West rivals this season.

A.J. Puk News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14