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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 21

How D-backs Righty Has Changed as a Pitcher

Arizona Diamondbacks' newly-signed right-hander Michael Soroka is a different pitcher now than he was as a younger, less mature arm. That maturity showed up when the D-backs examined him.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 13

D-backs Torey Lovullo Reveals What he Likes About Michael Soroka

On Friday, the Arizona Diamondbacks officially announced their first significant addition of the offseason. That move, of course, is the signing of right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 12

Torey Lovullo Discusses D-backs' Incoming Spring Training Changes

The Arizona Diamondbacks will be heading into 2026 Spring Training with a bit of a different approach, according to recent comments by manager Torey Lovullo.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 11

Diamondbacks’ Lovullo acknowledges uphill battle to re-sign Gallen and Kelly

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo offered an update Thursday on two former cornerstone starters whose futures remain uncertain. Lovullo told Arizona Sports that right-handers Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly remain in fluid situations, acknowledging it could be a challenge to bring either pitcher back.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 11

Torey Lovullo Discusses D-backs' ABS Challenge Strategy

The Automated Balls and Strikes (ABS) challenge system is coming to Major League Baseball in the 2026 season. Players will have (with some limitations) an opportunity to challenge balls and strikes at the major league level for the first time in the upcoming year.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 10

D-backs Torey Lovullo Addresses Corbin Carroll's WBC Decision

The Arizona Diamondbacks are going to have a chance to watch home-grown superstar outfielder Corbin Carroll compete on the highest international stage.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / December 10

D-Backs’ Torey Lovullo chimes in on Ketel Marte trade rumors

ORLANDO — Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo offered his perspective on recent reports of trades for second baseman Ketel Marte. Several reports circulating on social media this week have linked Marte to multiple clubs, most notably the Boston Red Sox, as a potential trade target.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 9

D-backs' Torey Lovullo Sheds Light on Ketel Marte Drama

The Arizona Diamondbacks hold one of the most intriguing pieces this offseason — All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte. Trade rumors are in full force this offseason, with many teams reportedly checking on the availability of the superstar infielder.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 7

D-backs Manager to Make Appearance at Fall League All-Star Game

The annual Arizona Fall League All-Star Game (known as the Fall Star Game) will take place on Sunday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. Arizona time, and Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo will be there to make an appearance at Sloan Park in Mesa.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / November 7

D-Backs’ Lovullo and Tigers’ Skubal invest time in future stars at Arizona Fall League

MESA — As the Arizona Fall League rolls on, two Major League Baseball figures with Valley ties made visits: Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal and Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 5

D-backs' Spring Training Schedule Features International Exhibition

The World Series ended mere days ago, and yet, it's time to start thinking about the 2026 season. On Wednesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks released their schedule for the upcoming 2026 Spring Training slate.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / November 5

D-Backs’ Lovullo motivated to bring team back to postseason after 2025 World Series

PHOENIX — Many baseball fans tuned in to this year’s World Series matchup as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays battled for the ultimate prize, including Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 4

Why Diamondbacks Hired New Third-Base Coach J.R. House

On Tuesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks introduced new third-base coach J.R. House to the Phoenix media. House, who's taking over a previously-controversial role on Arizona's coaching staff, will also own catching coach duties.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / November 4

D-backs' New Third-Base Coach Reveals Coaching Philosophy

After a tumultuous Arizona Diamondbacks season, full of controversy at the third-base coaching position, the D-backs hired J.R. House as their new third-base and catching coach earlier this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 16

Diamondbacks hire J.R. House as third base coach

The D-Backs are hiring J.R. House as third base/catching coach, reports Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. The 45-year-old has held that role with the Reds for the past seven seasons.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 3

Torey Lovullo Answers Burning Coaching Staff Question

After the Arizona Diamondbacks announced their decision to bring Torey Lovullo back for his 10th season as manager, the next natural question concerned the rest of the D-backs' coaching staff.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Torey Lovullo will return as Diamondbacks manager in 2026

The Diamondbacks are bringing back manager Torey Lovullo for what’ll be his 10th season, as first reported by Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. Lovullo was already under contract for one more year after signing an extension shortly after the team won the National League pennant in 2023.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 29

Diamondbacks Owner Ken Kendrick speaks on 2025 MLB season and Manager Torey Lovullo

There isn’t a lot of time to reflect as baseball never sleeps. D-Backs owner Ken Kendrick knows the feeling, and just a day after the Diamondbacks ended their season, he commented on the Diamondbacks’ season and D-Backs Manager Torey Lovullo during a conversation with Arizona Sports’ Dave Burns and John Gambadoro.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 29

Torey Lovullo is set to remain as the Arizona Diamondbacks’ manager for the 2026 MLB season

Just a day after the Arizona Diamondbacks finished up their 2025 MLB season, D-Backs Manager Torey Lovullo will stay with Arizona next season, according to a team source, as reported by MLB.com’s Steve Gilbert and azcentral’s Nick Piecoro.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 27

Torey Lovullo Had Simple Statement After Elimination from Playoffs

The Arizona Diamondbacks, for the second straight year, will not be playing October baseball. After a brutal season's worth of injury and underperformance, the D-backs were eliminated from playoff contention after losing 7-4 to the San Diego Padres on Friday night.