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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 23
Diamondbacks rally in 7th, top Reds to keep pace in wild-card race
Ildemaro Vargas hit a go-ahead two-run triple in a four-run seventh inning, Corbin Carroll had two extra-base hits and an RBI, and the host Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a three-run deficit for a 5-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday in Phoenix.
Athletics News / Burn City Sports / July 22
Diamondbacks fans can’t believe the pitch Ildemaro Vargas turned into a walk-off
PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks fans celebrated not only a dramatic walk-off win Tuesday night, but also the unconventional swing that delivered the decisive hit in the club’s 6-5 victory.
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?
Athletics News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 22
Ildemaro Vargas' Thrilling Walk-Off Erases Sewald's Blown Save
The Arizona Diamondbacks were one strike away from a 4-2 victory on Tuesday night, but they'd end up needing Ildemaro Vargas to play walk-off hero in extras.
25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027
The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / July 12
Ildemaro Vargas, Diamondbacks rally to complete sweep of Dodgers
Ildemaro Vargas delivered a go-ahead single in the sixth inning and Tim Tawa hit a home run as the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 5-3 victory Sunday to complete a three-game series sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 10
Diamondbacks Announce Lineup for Critical Game 2 vs Marlins
The Arizona Diamondbacks are in danger of losing a series to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. After an ungly, back-and-forth affair resulted in a 10-6 loss in game one, the Diamondbacks will get another shot at the pesky Marlins.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 5
Max Muncy to miss Dodgers-Angels clash after scary collision with Ildemaro Vargas
The Los Angeles Dodgers watched Max Muncy leave in agony following a violent collision against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Muncy collided with Ildemaro Vargas at first base during the Thursday night contest.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 5
D-Backs get encouraging update on Ildemaro Vargas after frightening collision
PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ildemaro Vargas was able to avoid serious injury after a scary collision with Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy during Thursday’s game.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4
Max Muncy, Ildemaro Vargas get into a violent collision at first base
Thursday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks was briefly delayed by a very frightening collision. Dodgers infielder Max Muncy was up to bat in the fifth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.
Ildemaro Vargas Leaves Game After Scary Collision vs Dodgers' Muncy
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Ildemaro Vargas exited the Diamondbacks' series finale with the Los Angeles Dodgers after a scary collision in the fifth inning.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 9
Merrill Kelly, Ildemaro Vargas lead D-backs over Mets
Ildemaro Vargas had a two-run single, Merrill Kelly delivered his most effective start of the season and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 2-1 to even the three-game series in Phoenix on Saturday.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Diamondbacks’ surprise breakout star behind MLB lead in triples
At 17-18, the Arizona Diamondbacks are five games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. While still early in the season, the Diamondbacks will need to find their consistency to make a real playoff push.
The Diamondbacks' Best Story Just Keeps Getting Better
By now, Ildemaro Vargas is no longer an Arizona Diamondbacks secret. He's national baseball news. Earlier this week, Vargas was named the National League Player of the Month for an exceptional stretch of April play.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / May 5
Ildemaro Vargas Is One of MLB’s Top Feel-Good Stories in 2026
Prior to the 2026 season, Ildemaro Vargas had played nine years in the big leagues and compiled just 1.8 bWAR. He had never posted an above-average OPS+, either, sticking around as a utilityman who played every position except catcher and center field across five different ball clubs.
Ildemaro Vargas' Unbelievable Month Earns Him Even Bigger Award
Arizona Diamondbacks utility infielder Ildemaro Vargas was already fresh off his first National League Player of the Week Award, but that honor was upscaled on Monday.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 2
Red-hot Ildemaro Vargas, struggling D-backs gear up for Cubs
Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas is the top hitter in baseball now that he has reached the qualifying threshold, but that might not mean the kidding will stop.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 1
D-Backs’ Ildemaro Vargas is proving why persistence pays off with historic 27-game hit streak
CHICAGO — Ildemaro Vargas’ hit streak has been the talk of the league this season, and on Friday, he spoke to MLB Network about his historic feat and what it means to him, going from a journeyman to now etching his name in league history.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / April 30
Ildemaro Vargas’ hitting streak makes franchise history, ties Diamondbacks legend
MILWAUKEE – The beauty of baseball isn’t just in its stars, it’s in the slow burn of players who refuse to fade out. Ildemaro Vargas is no longer just a name penciled into multiple positions; he’s becoming one of the reasons the Diamondbacks lineup feels relentless with depth.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 27
Surprise D-backs Star Earns NL Player of the Week Honor
The success of one of the Arizona Diamondbacks' most unlikely — and heartwarming — player storylines continues. Veteran utilityman Ildemaro Vargas, whose red-hot bat shows no signs of cooling anytime soon, was awarded the National League Player of the Week award by MLB for his exceptional stretch at the plate.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / April 27
Ildemaro Vargas’ near cycle in Mexico City has D-Backs fans thinking MVP
MEXICO CITY — Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ildemaro Vargas’ hot streak has only gotten hotter and fans can’t stop talking about it online. The Diamondbacks split the series against the San Diego Padres on Sunday to close out the Mexico City series, taking a 12-7 win over the Friars.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 26
Three underrated MLB sluggers helping their teams reach winning records
This story is about sluggers whose names don’t make the headlines as often, but deserve more recognition for their performances.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 23
Ildemaro Vargas Powers Diamondbacks to Ugly Win Over White Sox
There was no shortage of offense at Chase Field on Wednesday night. After a brutal loss to the Chicago White Sox one game prior, the Arizona Diamondbacks landed their counterpunch with an 11-7 victory.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / April 14
Ildemaro Vargas, Diamondbacks hold off Orioles
Ildemaro Vargas hit a three-run homer and Merrill Kelly pitched into the sixth inning in his season debut to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the host Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Tuesday night.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19
D-Backs, Ildemaro Vargas Agree To Minor League Deal
The Diamondbacks are in agreement on a new minor league contract with infielder Ildemaro Vargas, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The MAS+ Agency client returns to the organization after being outrighted off the roster at the end of the season.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / June 25, 2025
Diamondbacks place infielder Ildemaro Vargas (foot) on 10-day IL
The Arizona Diamondbacks' list of injured players this season grew longer with the placement of infielder Ildemaro Vargas on the 10-day IL on Wednesday because of a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17, 2024
Diamondbacks, Ildemaro Vargas Agree To Minor League Deal
The D-Backs are in agreement with infielder Ildemaro Vargas on a minor league contract, reports Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. The 33-year-old will get an invite to MLB camp.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 13, 2021
Cubs add infielder Matt Duffy to growing COVID-19-related injured list
Ildemaro Vargas was selected from Chicago's South Bend alternate site to replace Duffy on the active roster.
Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / September 2, 2020
Twins activate Josh Donaldson, designate Ildemaro Vargas
Donaldson hit .182 with one home run, two RBI, and seven strikeouts across his first seven appearances this summer until a right calf strain sidelined him through all of August.
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