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It always takes more than the standard 26-player roster for an MLB club to make it through the marathon that is the 162-game season. The Arizona Diamondbacks were no exception, with 65 different players making at least one appearance in the 2025 season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 28

D-backs First Base Future Depends on Unproven Player

It's no secret the Arizona Diamondbacks have a first base problem — a big one. After trading Josh Naylor to the Seattle Mariners at the 2025 Deadline, Arizona found itself without an everyday first baseman, turning to a platoon of Pavin Smith, and newly-acquired prospect Tyler Locklear (received as the headliner of the Eugenio Suárez trade).

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / October 15

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 3

Diamondbacks' Tyler Locklear to undergo elbow, shoulder surgeries

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Tyler Locklear will undergo surgery on both his left elbow and shoulder later this month.

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The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 2

Diamondbacks Get Brutal Tyler Locklear News

Somehow, the bad injury news continues to follow the Arizona Diamondbacks into the offseason. According to a new report by AZCentral's Nick Piecoro, D-backs first baseman Tyler Locklear will undergo both elbow and shoulder surgery in the coming weeks.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 10

Diamondbacks’ Tyler Locklear out for season with elbow injury

SAN FRANCISCO — Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Tyler Locklear will miss the rest of the season due to an elbow injury sustained during the team’s last series.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 8

Diamondbacks Suffer Surprise Infield Injury

On Monday, the Arizona Diamondbacks announced a surprise injury to their young infield. First baseman Tyler Locklear was placed on the 10-day Injured List with right elbow inflammation.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30

Pavin Smith unlikely to return in 2025 due to quad strain

Pavin Smith is “likely” done for the 2025 season, manager Torey Lovullo told reporters (including Jacob Gurvis of MLB.com) earlier today. Lovullo noted

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Last Word On Sports / August 21

Big Opportunity at First Base for D-Backs Deadline Acquisition

A big opportunity for Tyler Locklear of the Arizona Diamondbacks begins now. Recently acquired from the Seattle Mariners in a trade, he was immediately added to the big-league roster.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 5

Newly-Acquired Infielder Crushes Impressive First D-backs Homer

Arizona Diamondbacks' recently-acquired first baseman Tyler Locklear certainly made a good first impression on the home fans in his Chase Field debut. In the third inning of an eventual 6-2 win over the San Diego Padres, Locklear destroyed a high sweeper deep to left field, crushing a 108 MPH home run — his first as a Diamondback.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 5

Is Tyler Locklear the future for the Diamondbacks at first base?

Could Tyler Locklear, one of the newest members of the D-Backs, be the answer for the future at first base for the Arizona Diamondbacks? Newcomer Tyler Locklear had a big moment on Monday night as he hit his first home run of the season and his first homer as a member of the Diamondbacks.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 3

D-backs' Newest Infielder Makes Chaotic First Impression

Just a few days prior to Sunday's win over the Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Tyler Locklear was still a member of the Seattle Mariners' organization.

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Athletics News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 1

D-backs' Top Deadline Addition to Make Debut vs Athletics

The Arizona Diamondbacks are entering the second phase of a 2025 season that has gone everywhere but according to plan. Still, they have a game to play against the Athletics in Sacramento at 7:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 31

D-backs' GM Reveals Third Base Plans after Eugenio Suárez Trade

On Wednesday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded everyday third baseman and slugging All-Star Eugenio Suárez to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for first baseman Tyler Locklear and two pitching prospects.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

Eugenio Suarez heads to AL playoff team in big-time trade

Eugenio Suarez is on the move at the stroke of midnight on MLB trade deadline day.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Mariners reunite with former player in blockbuster with D-backs

Mariners reunite with former player in blockbuster with Diamondbacks

The Seattle Mariners landed the most sought-after bat on the trade market — All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suárez — in a deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30

Mariners trade for LHP Caleb Ferguson, bring up slugger Tyler Locklear

The Seattle Mariners bolstered their bullpen by acquiring veteran left-hander Caleb Ferguson from the Pittsburgh Pirates in one of several roster moves on Wednesday.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Mariners place first baseman on IL, promote Tyler Locklear

The Mariners placed first baseman/outfielder Luke Raley on the 10-day injured list due to back spasms and recalled first baseman Tyler Locklear from Triple-A Tacoma.

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Seattle Mariners News / Inside The Diamonds / July 30

Seattle Mariners Roster Moves 7/30/25

The Seattle Mariners are recalling one of their top hitting prospects in Tacoma Rainiers First Baseman Tyler Locklear. The Mariners will place first baseman/outfielder on the injured list with a back injury.

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 5

ANALYSIS: Tyler Locklear Could be Underrated Trade Chip For Seattle Mariners

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is set to take place at 3 p.m. PT on July 31, and a lot of eyes will be on the Seattle Mariners. The Mariners are seven games

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 1

Seattle Mariners Prospect Tyler Locklear Named Minor League Co-Hitter of The Month

One of the hottest hitters in the Seattle Mariners minor league system has been recognized for his torrid first month of the season in the organization's first set of monthly minor league awards.

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 27

Seattle Mariners Prospect Tyler Locklear Has 4-Hit Game For Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers

Much of the attention paid to the Seattle Mariners farm system has been designated for their top 100 prospects. But an under-the-radar minor leaguer has quietly been the organization's best hitter down in Triple-A for the Tacoma Rainiers.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 17

Seattle Mariners' Tyler Locklear Maintains Status as Top 10 Prospect

The Seattle Mariners farm system is likely to remain one of the best in baseball at least through 2025. The Mariners minor leaguers boasted eight top 100 prospects according to Baseball America (the most in the majors) and five in MLB Pipeline's top 100 list.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23, 2024