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Crew chief speaks on controversial no-call during Diamondbacks, Cubs game

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs had plenty of heated moments during their series this week, but one of the major ones came during Wednesday’s series finale.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks’ Ryan Waldschmidt did something no MLB rookie has done before

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks’ Ryan Waldschmidt might only have three home runs in his young MLB career so far, but his latest has put him in a club of his own.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Why isn’t Ryan Waldschmidt starting every day for the Diamondbacks?

One of the biggest questions surrounding the Diamondbacks isn’t whether Ryan Waldschmidt can make an impact; it’s why Arizona isn’t giving him more chances to prove it.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 26

No lead is safe as Diamondbacks, Cubs enter series finale

The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks share the major league lead with 40 come-from-behind victories apiece. Ryan Waldschmidt proved again that no lead if safe against either of these offenses, hitting a two-out, two-run walk-off homer to give the Diamondbacks a 5-4 win on Tuesday.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 26

MLB roundup: D-backs rally past Cubs on Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off HR

Pinch hitter Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run walk-off homer with two outs in the ninth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Diamondbacks rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

Rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt has etched his name into Arizona Diamondbacks history. D-Backs manager Torey Lovullo threw Waldschmidt into a massive spot Tuesday, trailing the Chicago Cubs 4-3 in the bottom of the 9th inning.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Rookie stuns Cubs with feat not seen before in Diamondbacks history

The Arizona Diamondbacks were down to their final out on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, facing a 4-3 deficit in the bottom of the ninth inning. The Diamondbacks had a runner on base when manager Torey Lovullo called upon rookie center fielder Ryan Waldschmidt to pinch hit, emerging as the team’s final hope.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / August 26

Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off blast lifts Diamondbacks past Cubs

Pinch hitter Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run walk-off homer with two outs in the ninth inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in Phoenix on Tuesday.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 26

Ryan Waldschmidt does it again as D-Backs rally past Cubs

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to prove why they’re nicknamed the “Answerbacks,” coming back down 4-0 against the Chicago Cubs to win 5-4 thanks to Ryan Waldschmidt’s heroics once again.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 22

The Outfield Paradox Helping Turn Ryan Waldschmidt Into Top Defender

Often, a remarkable outfield catch resides in paradox. The athleticism of a contorted snag comes juxtaposed against analytical data that suggests the player made it more difficult event than was necessary, based on his first steps. Arizona Diamondbacks rookie outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt is somewhat of a personification of that paradox.

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MLB News / FOX Sports / August 8

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Dodgers’ 7-game losing streak comes with familiar silver lining

The Los Angeles Dodgers have reached their 2026 low after dropping seven consecutive games. Still, the skid carries a historical parallel that offers perspective amid the club’s slide.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 8

Edwin Díaz Blames Struggles On Ineffective Slider

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ season-worst losing streak reached seven games on Friday with a 4-3 walk-off defeat to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Edwin Díaz allowed the game-winning two-run homer to Ryan Waldschmidt with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

What Diamondbacks rookie Ryan Waldschmidt said after clutch walk-off HR vs. Dodgers

The Arizona Diamondbacks watched Ryan Waldschmidt deliver a signature moment Friday night when the rookie launched a two-run walk-off home run to secure a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 8

MLB roundup: Ryan Waldschmidt's walk-off HR lifts D-backs over Dodgers

Ryan Waldschmidt hit a walk-off two-run homer with one out in the ninth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Dodgers 4-3 in Phoenix on Friday, sending Los Angeles to its seventh consecutive loss.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8