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If the Diamondbacks continue to sputter, they might find themselves as sellers at the trade deadline, and the Yankees should be one of the first teams calling on some of their rental players.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 9

Reeling Diamondbacks return home to settle in against Seattle

After a rainy and upsetting weekend, the Arizona Diamondbacks will return to the desert for a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners. Arizona was coming off of a sweep in Atlanta, soon right after though the Diamondbacks found themselves on the opposite end in Cincinnati.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 9

Can Merrill Kelly End the Diamondbacks' Skid?

The Arizona Diamondbacks are once again in a losing skid after being swept by the Cincinnati Reds. On Monday, they'll begin a three-game set with the Seattle Mariners at Chase Field, with a 6:40 p.m.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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MLB News / Field Level Media / June 4

Diamondbacks hold off Braves for 3rd straight win

Merrill Kelly allowed only one hit over seven scoreless innings and the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks held on to defeat the Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Wednesday for their third straight win.

Atlanta Braves News / Burn City Sports / June 4

D-Backs survive in Atlanta after stellar outing from star pitcher

ATLANTA – It was a rainy night in Atlanta, but the skies cleared up just in time to see the D-Backs win by a score of 2-1 on Wednesday night and take the series over the Braves.

Atlanta Braves News / Burn City Sports / June 4

D-backs target turnaround under rainy skies against Braves

ATLANTA- The D-Backs are looking to win the series over the Atlanta Braves and will attempt to break their streak of four series losses on Wednesday. The D-Backs came to play yesterday, and their superstars led the way.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / June 4

D-backs Going for Series Victory vs Braves Behind Merrill Kelly

The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Atlanta Braves Wednesday evening at Truist Park, with a first pitch at 4:15 p.m. MST, 7:15 p.m. EST. The D-backs will be going for their first series victory since taking two of three from the Rockies May 16-18.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Fastball on SI / June 3

MLB Insider Suggests Arizona Diamondbacks Could Trade Zac Gallen, Merrill Kelly

The Arizona Diamondbacks' season could be hanging by a thread. Corbin Burnes, who inked a $210 million contract with the D-backs in December, left his last start Sunday with right elbow inflammation.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 31

D-backs Drop Opener vs Nationals Behind Sloppy Defense, Pitching

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to beat themselves. On Friday night, they lost a high-scoring affair to the Washington Nationals 9-7. Merrill Kelly was roughed up, and although the offense rallied for six runs on 12 hits, it wasn't enough to overcome bullpen woes that have become an aggravating norm.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / May 30

Arizona Diamondbacks seek to find rhythm on Friday vs Nationals

Arizona will look to hit the reset button, not the panic button on Friday night as the Diamondbacks to get ready to face off against the Washington Nationals at Chase Field.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 30

D-backs Begin Home Series vs Nationals Behind Merrill Kelly

The Arizona Diamondbacks, after dropping two of three to the Pirates, will begin a three-game set with the Washington Nationals at Chase Field Friday, with first pitch set for 6:40 p.m.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / May 24

Another blown opportunity for Arizona Diamondbacks in loss to Cardinals

ST. LOUIS – It was a tough loss for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they were defeated by a score of 6-5 to the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Saturday.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / May 24

D-backs turn to consistent Merrill Kelly in bid to jolt Cards

Merrill Kelly has remained consistent for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they try to stay competitive in the National League West. Kelly (5-2, 3.26 ERA) has allowed two earned runs or less in eight of his 10 starts this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 19

Merrill Kelly Has Become the Diamondbacks’ Most Consistent Arm in 2025

When Merrill Kelly takes the mound every fifth day, the expectation is a quality start and a strong chance to win. That has continued to be the case in 2025, as the right-hander is 5-2 with a 3.26 ERA.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 18

Diamondbacks' Pitching Staff Bounces Back for Tight Series Win

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies by a tight score of 1-0 behind excellent pitching. Merrill Kelly took a no-hitter into the sixth inning, and a Ketel Marte home run made up the only scoring by either team.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 18

Diamondbacks look to avoid letdown against MLB’s worst

After a pitching debacle last night at Chase Field, the Arizona Diamondbacks will look to get back on track against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. In a frustrating loss by score of 14 to 12 last night in Phoenix, the Diamondbacks have to figure out what’s going wrong and fast.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 18

Merrill Kelly Faces Rockies in Crucial Series Finale

The Arizona Diamondbacks have their backs against the wall in the most unexpected fashion. In Saturday night's matchup with the Rockies the D-backs lost for the first time in franchise history while scoring 12 or more runs, snapping a 151-0 perfect stretch.

San Francisco Giants News / Burn City Sports / May 13

Recap: Dominating pitching from D-Backs seals victory over San Francisco Giants

Monday night was cool, calm, and collected for the D-Backs as they won their first game of the series against the San Francisco Giants by a score of 2-1.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

Diamondbacks fans have unusual way of helping pitcher with cramping issue

Arizona Diamondbacks fans are doing everything they can to assist standout pitcher Merrill Kelly with his ongoing cramping issues.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 26

Braves chase series win vs. Merrill Kelly, Diamondbacks

The Atlanta Braves continues to build on their strong recent homestead, buoyed by left-hander Chris Sale's first victory of the season Friday. Arizona, meanwhile, has fallen into its first dry spell of the season.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 17

Merrill Kelly & More Diamondbacks Don’t View Dodgers As Unbeatable

The Los Angeles Dodgers made significant additions to their roster during the offseason and now are looking to become the first team to repeat as World Series champions for the first time in more than two decades.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 8

Five biggest MLB surprises so far this season

The 2025 Major League Baseball season may still be its infancy, but there have already been some surprises across the league. With that in mind, here are the five biggest MLB shockers so far.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 3

Merrill Kelly, D-backs eye three-game sweep of Yankees

During spring training, the New York Yankees announced they would no longer play Frank Sinatra's "(Theme From) New York, New York" following home losses.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Last Word On Sports / March 8

Merrill Kelly Working on Slider in Spring Training

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has been working on his slider ahead of this season. In fact, the right-hander has been using this spring training to develop that pitch to add to his repertoire of pitches.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly reveals target date for return

Merrill Kelly had a stellar 2.19 ERA over his first four starts of the season before a teres major strain in his throwing shoulder sent him to the Diamondbacks’ injured list on April 20.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24, 2024