Mike Soroka: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Covering the Corner / November 11

Potential Guardians’ Free Agent Targets: Soroka and Pivetta

Two potential starting pitcher free agents who could be targeted by the Guardians in the coming month (or beyond) in Michael Soroka and Nick Pivetta. Let’s talk about these hurlers.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / November 6

Why 'New' Mike Soroka Could Make Sense for Tigers in Free Agency

I don’t think Detroit Tigers fans have forgotten him, as Michael Soroka became a nightmare far too early in the season when he delivered one of his best starts, striking out 10 Tigers batters in his first start of the season on March 30 at Chase Field.

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Mike Soroka News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Michael Soroka declines mutual option with Diamondbacks

Michael Soroka has officially declined his end of a $10MM mutual option with the Diamondbacks, reports Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. He’ll be paid a $1MM buyout and return to free agency.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / October 27

Free agent Michael Soroka would help fill Blue Jays' need for rotation depth

Soroka's impressive baseball resume includes being runner-up for Rookie of the Year in 2019 during his tenure with the Atlanta Braves.

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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / October 27

Blue Jays free agent target: Michael Soroka

You can count on two hands the number of Canadian-born starting pitchers to play for the Toronto Blue Jays: six. Might there be a seventh homegrown Canuck on the horizon for the Blue Jays?

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / October 14

Why Michael Soroka Makes Too Much Sense for Mets This Offseason

One of the New York Mets' most glaring needs entering the offseason is upgrading their rotation. Adding a frontline starter is the priority, but bringing in another reliable mid-rotation arm should also be high on their list.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

D-Backs, Michael Soroka Have Mutual Interest In Reunion

The Diamondbacks will show interest in bringing Michael Soroka back in free agency, reports John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM. The feeling is mutual, as the righty told reporters (including Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports) he’d “absolutely love to return” after the Snakes were eliminated on the final day of the regular season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / September 28

Michael Soroka, a free agent after Arizona's Game 162 playoff l, says he would absolutely love to return to the Diamondbacks in 2027

Michael Soroka made his preference for 2027 clear after the Arizona Diamondbacks’ season ended Sunday. Following Arizona’s 9-4 loss to the San Diego Padres, Soroka said he would “absolutely love to return” to the Diamondbacks.

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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 / Yardbarker / September 25

Michael Soroka keeping Diamondbacks' slim postseason hopes alive

Michael Soroka's late-season resurgence has been vital in helping to keep the Arizona Diamondbacks' slim postseason hopes alive.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 22

Diamondbacks' Playoff Hopes Survive With Huge Coors Field Win

The Arizona Diamondbacks do not technically have to sweep the Colorado Rockies to stay alive this week, but a series-opening victory is a step in the right direction.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 15

Michael Soroka's Bounce-Back Comes at Right Time for Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka pieced together a strong, encouraging start against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night at Chase Field.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / September 15

Behind Michael Soroka, D-backs continue wild-card pursuit in rematch vs. Marlins

The Arizona Diamondbacks will turn to right-hander Michael Soroka as they try to gain ground in the National League wild-card race when they face the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in Phoenix.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 13

Diamondbacks go with Michael Soroka to start, Zac Gallen to shift into relief role

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have solved their influx of starting pitchers problem, going with Michael Soroka to start Tuesday against the Miami Marlins.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 9

Diamondbacks activate Zac Gallen, Michael Soroka

The Diamondbacks reinstated Zac Gallen from the 60-day IL ahead of Wednesday’s matchup against the Royals. The club also activated Michael Soroka from the 15-day IL.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 24

When Diamondbacks' Michael Soroka Might Return From New Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka has had a rough recent stretch in terms of health. The right-hander, who signed on a one-year contract this offseason, was cruising through his 2026 season, until a glute strain forced him to sit out around six weeks.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 10

Michael Soroka draws Rockies as he returns to D-backs' rotation

Arizona right-hander Michael Soroka is scheduled to return to the starting rotation when the Diamondbacks face the Colorado Rockies in the first contest of a three-game series in Phoenix on Monday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9

Diamondbacks’ Michael Soroka Expected To Return Monday

The Diamondbacks could get reinforcements in the rotation next week. Manager Torey Lovullo told the Burns & Gambo Show that it looks “very strongly” like Michael Soroka will get the ball on Monday against the Rockies.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Michael Soroka's ERA Says Buy. His xERA Says Wait.

Michael Soroka’s current IL stint comes at an interesting time, as fantasy managers contemplate whether to hold the right-hander on their rosters. The Diamondbacks starter is having a solid season after making some changes to his arm angle and pitching arsenal, and he has lowered his ERA to a formidable 3.07.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / March 31

Former AS pitcher broke Johnson's D-backs franchise record in debut

Former All-Star pitcher broke Randy Johnson's Diamondbacks franchise record in debut

The former All-Star struck out 10 batters in just five innings of work. He also pitched a shutout, giving up only four hits and allowing only one walk.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / March 31

Michael Soroka impresses in immaculate D-Backs debut against Tigers

PHOENIX — Michael Soroka delivered one of the best Arizona Diamondbacks’ pitching debuts against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night. Soroka, who signed with the D-Backs in the offseason as an addition to bolster the club’s starting rotation, took the mound and set the tone early despite a wobbly Spring Training.