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Zac Gallen Makes First Career Bullpen Appearance in Brutal Yankees Blowout

For the first time in his eight-year major league career, Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen found himself trotting out of the bullpen and taking the mound in the seventh inning.

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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 / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / September 9

The Good And Not So Good From Zac Gallen's Return from Injury

Right-hander Zac Gallen had not appeared in a game for the Arizona Diamondbacks since July 7. On Wednesday night, with a chance to earn a series sweep against the Kansas City Royals at Kaufmann Stadium in Kansas City.

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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.

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 9

D-backs look to Zac Gallen for start against Royals

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been the best team in the National League for the last two months, and they will look to keep rolling when they bid for a series sweep at Kansas City on Wednesday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Torey Lovullo Provides Reasoning Behind Zac Gallen, Michael Soroka Move

The Arizona Diamondbacks are taking an unconventional approach to Wednesday’s series finale against the Kansas City Royals, with Zac Gallen starting and Michael Soroka following in a bulk relief role.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8

D-Backs Likely To Activate Zac Gallen, Michael Soroka

The Diamondbacks are likely to reinstate Zac Gallen from the 60-day injured list for tomorrow’s series finale in Kansas City, reports John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 28

When Corbin Burnes, Zac Gallen Will Make First AAA Rehab Starts

The Arizona Diamondbacks' starting rotation is in a state of flux, but two of their injured arms are progressing back towards an eventual major league return.

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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 / July 28

Top 4 realistic Diamondbacks trades ahead of 2026 deadline

The Arizona Diamondbacks have transformed the conversation surrounding their season and have become one of the teams fighting to strengthen their roster for a postseason run.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 17

Zac Gallen Seeing Dr. Neal ElAttrache for 2nd Opinion on Elbow Injury

The latest update on Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen is an ominous one. Gallen is currently on the 15-day injured list, dealing with right elbow inflammation.

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D-backs GM Mike Hazen Hasn't Lost Faith in Zac Gallen Despite Brutal Season

It's an understatement to say Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen is having a poor season. With injury now added to insult, Gallen's 2026 season simply could not have been going much more poorly.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / July 12

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Misiorowski, Hancock, Gallen

The 2026 All-Star Game break arrived on July 12, as the final games before the Midsummer Classic concluded on the same day. The good news is that there were few injuries on the day.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / July 12

Diamondbacks place RHP Zac Gallen (elbow) on IL

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen was placed on the 15-day injury list Sunday with inflammation in his pitching elbow. Gallen reported elbow soreness to the team on Saturday and he was scratched from Sunday's scheduled start against the host Los Angeles Dodgers.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12