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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / August 29

Merrill Kelly, Lars Nootbaar lead D-backs past Giants in Game 1

Merrill Kelly combined with two relievers on a four-hitter, Lars Nootbaar broke a scoreless deadlock with a seventh-inning, pinch-hit grand slam and the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks went on to beat the San Francisco Giants 7-1 in the opener of a day-night double-header on Saturday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29

First-pitch homer, 2 other long balls send Diamondbacks past Giants

Lars Nootbaar hit the first pitch of the game for a home run, Corbin Carroll and Tim Tawa homered in a five-run third inning, and the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks overpowered the San Francisco Giants 10-6 on Friday.

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Cardinals–D-Backs Lars Nootbaar Trade Suddenly Looks One-Sided

When the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline rolled around, the St. Louis Cardinals made the difficult decision to move on from former fan favorite Lars Nootbaar.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 15

Why Lars Nootbaar Hasn't Made a Big Impact on Diamondbacks Yet

The Arizona Diamondbacks have needed some offensive help this season, and the hope was recently-acquired outfielder Lars Nootbaar might have been able to provide some of said help.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 13

Cardinals Announce Starting Pitchers for Key Series vs. Cubs

The St. Louis Cardinals took care of business against the Philadelphia Phillies. Despite trading Dustin May, JoJo Romero and Lars Nootbaar ahead of the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline, the Cardinals have gotten themselves back into the Wild Card conversation.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 10

3 roster moves Diamondbacks must make after 2026 MLB trade deadline

While the Arizona Diamondbacks didn’t get what would have been an important trade piece for the pitching staff, they were able to boost the team by getting Lars Nootbaar.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 7

The Joshua Báez Dilemma for Cardinals After Lars Nootbaar Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals have a hole in the outfield after trading Lars Nootbaar away. The Cardinals also have a clear answer to replace him in Triple-A in No.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 4

Diamondbacks Reveal Lineup for Game 2 vs Padres: Nootbaar Makes Debut

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of a crucial four-game series with their NL West rivals and fellow NL Wild Card hopeful San Diego Padres. The Diamondbacks claimed game one by a score of 5-1 thanks to right-hander Brandon Pfaadt and his 6.2 innings of one (unearned) run ball.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 4

Cardinals' Easiest Path to Replace Lars Nootbaar Now

The St. Louis Cardinals traded a fan favorite on Monday. It was a difficult trade deadline for the present on Monday, but it should have a very positive impact in the long term for the organization.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 4

Diamondbacks Missed The Mark With Their Modest Deadline Results

As the clock hit triple zeroes on the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the reaction of many Arizona Diamondbacks fans carried an understandable aura of disappoitnment, frustration and bewilderment.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Reports: Cardinals ship Lars Nootbaar to Diamondbacks

The St. Louis Cardinals are trading outfielder Lars Nootbaar to the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to multiple reports Monday. The Athletic reported that right-hander Daniel Eagen and infielder Ruben Santana are two of the three players headed to St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Just ahead of the trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals agreed on a trade that will provide Arizona with a much-needed left-handed-hitting outfielder.

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MLB News / Burn City Sports / August 3

Was trading for Lars Nootbaar the right move for the Diamondbacks?

With Lars Nootbaar officially becoming an Arizona Diamondback pending his medical review, the organization may have accomplished fixing a roster flaw that has existed for months.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Diamondbacks To Acquire Lars Nootbaar

5:38pm: St. Louis will receive right-hander Daniel Eagen, left-hander Sandro Santana, and a player to be named later in the deal, reports John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 2

Lars Nootbaar Named Trade Fit For Three Contenders as Cardinals Prepare to Sell

The St. Louis Cardinals are now surefire sellers with the trade deadline now just one day away. They have fallen out of postseason contention and are a couple of games below the .500 mark.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Cardinals Make Lars Nootbaar Move Amid MLB Trade Deadline Buzz

The St. Louis Cardinals are searching for answers as their season continues to trend in the wrong direction, and Sunday's lineup reflects another attempt to spark an offense that has struggled throughout a difficult stretch.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Astros Showing Interest In Lars Nootbaar

The Astros have interest in Cardinals left fielder Lars Nootbaar, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. That’s about as unsurprising a link as there’ll be this summer, as Houston has been searching for a reliable lefty-hitting outfielder for more than a year.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / July 29

Cardinals reportedly ready to be sellers ahead of trade deadline

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / July 22

The one player Cardinals cannot afford to trade and why

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St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Cardinals rumors: Lars Nootbaar once again mentioned as trade candidate

The St. Louis Cardinals have had an up-and-down season, and there is still time for them to make a run and possibly make a playoff run. It’s uncertain which way the Cardinals plan on going, but it’ll all depend on what happens during the trade deadline.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4