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D-backs' Injured Outfielder Makes Decision on Player Option

Arizona Diamondbacks injured outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has officially picked up his player option for the 2026 season, reports insider Francys Romero on X/Twitter.

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Diamondbacks prospect Druw Jones racking up defensive awards

No Arizona Diamondbacks major leaguer won a Gold Glove this year after Corbin Carroll was beat out by Fernando Tatis Jr. in right field, but the organization did not come away empty-handed.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 3

2 D-backs Hitting Prospects Get on the Board in Fall League Loss

There hasn't been much to get excited about in the Arizona Fall League lately. The Arizona Diamondbacks' squad — the Salt River Rafters — took their eighth loss in a row on Sunday afternoon, falling 6-5 to the Mesa Solar Sox.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 3

What Should Diamondbacks Do With 3 Free Agents?

On Sunday, three Arizona Diamondbacks players officially became free agents after the conclusion of the World Series. Right-handed former ace Zac Gallen, along with left-hander Jalen Beeks and veteran backup catcher James McCann were among the 137 total free agents across MLB.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Corbin Carroll News / Burn City Sports / November 2

Corbin Carroll falls short of Gold Glove but makes defensive statement

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll won’t be walking away with the Gold Glove Award this year. The 25-year-old was named a finalist in right field alongside San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 2

Veteran Catcher's Free Agency is Perfect Opportunity for D-backs

Free agency officially begins on Sunday, after the conclusion of the World Series. That means all 137 pending free agents officially enter free agency, including Arizona Diamondbacks backup cacther James McCann.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 2

3 Low-Level D-backs Prospects to Watch

When it comes to monitoring the Arizona Diamondbacks' young prospects, it's easy to zero in on those performing well in the upper minor leagues. A combination of offensive environments in the PCL and Texas League, as well as the major league implications of these more matured prospects can take over.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 2

Diamondbacks Can't Afford to Ignore This Need

The Arizona Diamondbacks have massive, glaring needs within their pitching staff, both in the rotation and bullpen. They also need to figure out their first base situation.

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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.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 1

2 D-backs All-Stars Make Appearances on Unofficial All-MLB Team

The All-MLB team will be announced officially on November 13, but if it's anything like one outlet's unofficial All-MLB roster, fans of the Arizona Diamondbacks will be (mostly) pleased.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 1

3 Biggest D-backs Narratives to Follow this Offseason

The Arizona Diamondbacks' exit from the 2025 regular season came with little fanfare. The areas of need this offseason are quite clear. But with the World Series nearing its end, the long, baseball-less months are about to arrive.

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

David Hagaman News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 1

D-backs Prospect Continues Rough Fall League Slide

One of the Arizona Diamondbacks' most exciting prospects present in the Arizona Fall League has had a difficult stretch over his last trio of starts. Right-hander David Hagaman, after putting forward an impressive Fall League Debut, has since begun to struggle.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / November 1

Blue Jays close to matching Diamondbacks’ 2001 World Series feat

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays came close to etching their names in history Friday night in Game 6 of the World Series, nearly achieving a feat not accomplished since the Arizona Diamondbacks did it in 2001.

Max Scherzer News / Burn City Sports / November 1

Former Diamondbacks SP Max Scherzer gears up to start Game 7 of 2025 World Series

TORONTO – Max Scherzer has seen almost everything the game of baseball can throw at him, and will get another chance to start in the biggest game of them all.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 31

Ranking 3 Most Painful D-backs Losses of 2025

The Arizona Diamondbacks' 2025 season came with much heartbreak. Whether it was blown leads, devastating injuries or overall underperformance, there was a lot to be disappointed by as the club finished 80-82 and missed the playoffs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 31

Diamondbacks Have to Address This Bullpen Need Again

The Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves facing a familiar bullpen need ahead of the 2026 season. And no, it's not the closer role, although they certainly do need one of those this offseason.

Zac Gallen News / Just Baseball / October 31

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Zac Gallen

Since being traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks back in 2019 for Jazz Chisholm Jr., Zac Gallen has emerged as one of the most consistent and reliable starting pitchers in baseball.

Jordan Lawlar News / Burn City Sports / October 29

Diamondbacks’ Lawlar experiments with new position for Tigres del Licey

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Jordan Lawlar is trying something new this winter with the Tigres De Licey. Lawlar, who primarily plays the infield, made his center-field debut for the team on Tuesday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / October 29

Five Takeaways From the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 2025 Season

For years now, the Arizona Diamondbacks have struggled to consistently put together streaks of winning seasons. This is a team that hasn’t won the National League West since all the way back in 2011 and hasn’t had a string of three or more .500 seasons in a row since they did so from 1999 to 2003.