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Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt must make progress if the team wants to contend for a playoff spot. After struggling with dependability last season, he needs to take the next step in his development to become a trustworthy starter.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Sports / October 13

Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt had a pretty weird season

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt experienced a “hot-and-cold” 2025 season after the club inked him to a five-year extension. It was a campaign filled with juxtapositions: Pfaadt finished top 12 in wins (13) with a bottom-five ERA (5.25) in Major League Baseball.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 10

These 3 D-backs Desperately Need Bounce-Back Seasons

Much of the talk surrounding the Arizona Diamondbacks this offseason will revolve around making additions to a roster with clear needs. But in one way, the best way to address some of those needs is to simply get more consistency and overall production out of the players already under contract.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 28

Diamondbacks' Brutal Season Ends on Sour Note

The Arizona Diamondbacks fell flat for a third straight game. After being eliminated from playoff contention on Friday and stifled Saturday, the D-backs ended their 2025 season on a down note, getting blown out by the San Diego Padres by a score of 12-4 to end their 162-game season.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 28

Diamondbacks' Chase Even Record in Final Game of Season

The Arizona Diamondbacks have stumbled upon what will be the final game of their 2025 season. After being eliminated from playoff contention on Friday night, Arizona faces only one more contest.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 23

Dodgers and Diamondbacks meet with playoff implications

Urgency drives the conversation on both sides of this NL West matchup between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers, one that could easily repeat itself if the Mets’ issues continue.

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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 / Burn City Sports / September 17

Brandon Pfaadt’s stellar outing signals bright future for Diamondbacks

The Diamondbacks might have found their future ace in Brandon Pfaadt after Wednesday’s matchup against the San Francisco Giants. Brandon Pfaadt had not only a stellar outing on Wednesday afternoon but also didn’t allow a hit until the top of the sixth inning when Giants CF Drew Gilbert hit a single to right field.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 12

D-backs Begin Crucial Series with Tough Pitching Matchup

The Arizona Diamondbacks don't have much time left if they want to make any sort of improbable postseason run. It all starts with a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins, beginning Friday at 5:10 p.m.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 6

Brandon Pfaadt quiets Red Sox bats as D-backs win 4th straight

James McCann had three hits and scored twice, Brandon Pfaadt pitched six strong innings to earn his 13th victory and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Boston Red Sox 5-1 in Phoenix on Saturday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 6

Can Diamondbacks' Brandon Pfaadt Turn it Around?

The Arizona Diamondbacks took game one of their series with the Boston Red Sox with an impressive eighth-inning surge, as Corbin Carroll reached his 30th homer of the season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 26

Diamondbacks' Late Rally Falls Painfully Short Again

Despite a furious late-inning rally, the Arizona Diamondbacks once again came up just shy of completing an impressive comeback, eventually falling to the Milwaukee Brewers by a score of 9-8 in walk-off fashion.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 20

Diamondbacks Go for Series Victory Behind Brandon Pfaadt

The Arizona Diamondbacks head into the rubber match of their three game series with the Guardians on Wednesday afternoon. First pitch is 12:40 p.m. MST at Chase Field.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / July 23

Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks aim to shut down Astros

Right-hander Brandon Pfaadt can tie his career high in victories for a season on Wednesday when the Arizona Diamondbacks bid to salvage the finale of a three-game series against the Houston Astros.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 10

D-Backs bats come alive in commanding start from Brandon Pfaadt

SAN DIEGO – Arizona had the answers and came on strong on Wednesday night as the D-Backs defeated the San Diego Padres by a score of 8-2 at Petco Park.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 5

D-backs' Brandon Pfaadt aims for bounce-back effort vs. Braves

Brandon Pfaadt will have a lot to prove when he takes the mound on Thursday afternoon while trying to help the Arizona Diamondbacks complete a three-game sweep of the Atlanta Braves.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 1

Diamondbacks fans react to abysmal collapse in first inning from Brandon Pfaadt

PHOENIX – Abysmal pitching has been one of the biggest storylines for this Arizona Diamondbacks ball club so far in the 2025 season. Brandon Pfaadt was the latest victim of an uncharacteristic outing that seems to be plaguing this D-Backs team.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / May 31

Brandon Pfaadt makes history in rough start for Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt had appeared to have taken that next step forward this season.

Diamondbacks designate struggling pitcher for assignment

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 19

Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks set sights on Dodgers

After the Arizona Diamondbacks just missed out on a series victory over the Dodgers at home earlier this month, they will get another crack at the World Series champions when they arrive in Los Angeles this week.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 24

Brandon Pfaadt is Forging a Breakout Season Despite the Odds

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Brandon Pfaadt has been dominant to start 2025. In his third major league season, the recently extended star is breaking out in a big way.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 30

A Deep Dive Into Brandon Pfaadt's First Outing of 2025

Brandon Pfaadt took the mound for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday evening, making his 2025 debut. While the Chicago Cubs won the game 4-3, the young righty's outing has a larger story to tell.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / March 28

D-backs RHP Brandon Pfaadt agrees to 5-year contract extension

The Arizona Diamondbacks announced on Friday a five-year contract extension with right-hander Brandon Pfaadt that, according to multiple reports, is worth $45 million.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Diamondbacks reward starting pitcher with nice long-term extension

2024 was his first full season in the majors, and he again performed better than his ERA would tell you.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / March 5

Diamondbacks Brandon Pfaadt struggles in Spring Training

SCOTTSDALE – Arizona Diamondbacks right-hand starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt rose to fame during the 2023 postseason run. At only 24 years old, Pfaadt dominated on the biggest stage and helped lead Arizona to its first World Series since 2001.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 21, 2025

Will Brandon Pfaadt Become a Front-Line Starter in 2025?

The next installment in our player projection saga focuses on Brandon Pfaadt, the D-backs' young right-hander. The projections below utilize a composite average of ZiPS and Steamer projections, prorated to our own playing time estimates.