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While Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo has not officially named a closer since Justin Martinez went down with an elbow injury, there was little doubt about who would be called upon to close out a 5-2 ballgame on Wednesday afternoon.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / May 21

Questions surrounding Diamondbacks’ closing pitcher role need answers

The closing pitcher role for the Arizona Diamondbacks has become one of the biggest talking points so far during this 2025 season. In Tuesday night’s matchup, the Arizona Diamondbacks gave up a 3-1 lead in the tenth inning.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 2

Shelby Miller’s Comeback: From Bust to D-backs Bullpen Star

Shelby Miller's second stint with the Arizona Diamondbacks could not get off to a much better start. The right-hander has not allowed an earned run in 13.2 innings and has quickly emerged as one of the top arms in the bullpen.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / May 1

Diamondbacks might have found solution for ninth inning

The back of the Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen is in a state of flux.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 28

Shelby Miller's Strong Spring Results in New Life with Diamondbacks

When the Arizona Diamondbacks signed Shelby Miller to a minor league contract with opt-outs, there didn't seem to be an immediate pathway for him to make the major league roster.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 26

Diamondbacks designate Rene Pinto, select Shelby Miller

The Diamondbacks announced that catcher Rene Pinto was designated for assignment. The move opens up a 40-man roster spot for Shelby Miller, as the team confirmed reports from over the weekend that the right-hander’s contract was being selected to the active roster.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Diamondbacks expected to select Shelby Miller

Shelby Miller has exercised an upward mobility clause in his minor league contract with the Diamondbacks, though the right-hander doesn’t appear to be going anywhere.

Embattled Diamondbacks pitcher takes step forward with spring start

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Detroit Tigers News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / March 21

Shelby Miller's Strong Spring Has him in D-backs Bullpen Mix

When Shelby Miller signed a minor league contract with a non-roster invite to Diamondbacks spring training, there were a plethora of relievers vying for bullpen spots.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 19

Former Braves All-Star Inks New Contract With NL West Foe: Report

This December will mark the 10-year anniversary of the Atlanta Braves shipping Shelby Miller to the Arizona Diamondbacks in a trade that helped bring Dansby Swanson to the Braves.

Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Former All-Star Shelby Miller is 'Sneaky Good’ Fit in D-Backs Bullpen

It’s evident that the juggernaut Los Angeles Dodgers superteam should take first place in the National League West division rather seamlessly. However, there’s another team in the division that’s made noise in free agency over the last three months, a team that could give the Dodgers an honest run for their money in October.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 18

Former Dodgers Pitcher Signs With NL West Rival

Shelby Miller, a former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, is returning for a second stint with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The National League West rival and Miller have reportedly agreed to a minor-league deal, which includes an invitation to major league camp.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / February 17

Shelby Miller Speaks About his Return to the Diamondbacks

A noticeably more mature and confident Shelby Miller stood in front of his locker his first day back with the Arizona Diamondbacks to answer questions.

MLB News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 17

Former Atlanta Braves All-Star Lands MiLB Deal with Arizona Diamondbacks

Former National League All-Star Shelby Miller has signed a minor league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to a report from Robert Murray of Fansided.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16

Diamondbacks bring back former All-Star pitcher in free agency

Corbin Burnes is no longer the only All-Star newcomer to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ pitching corps. Robert Murray of FanSided reported on Sunday that the Dbacks have signed free agent right-hander Shelby Miller to a minor-league contract.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16

Diamondbacks sign veteran right-hander to minor-league deal

He will receive an invitation to Arizona’s big league spring camp.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Tigers place veteran reliever on release waivers

With free agency on the horizon once again, it seems possible he could garner interest as a middle relief option this winter.

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MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 24

Former Dodgers Pitcher Designated For Assignment By AL Contenders

Out of the 21 relief innings pitched by the Detroit Tigers bullpen in three games against the Baltimore Orioles, former Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Shelby Miller did not take the mound at all.

NBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 18

NBA star Trae Young posts cute ‘preschool’ dad-life photo

The Atlanta Hawks regular season tips off on October 23, giving superstar point guard Trae Young some family time beforehand. Just last year, Young and his wife Shelby Miller got married in the Bahamas after meeting in 2017 as Oklahoma Sooners students.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / June 30