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Diamondbacks Officially Release Veteran Reliever

According to the Arizona Diamondbacks' transaction log, the team officially released right-hand reliever Kendall Graveman on Wednesday. The move comes two days after Graveman and fellow righty Jeff Brigham were designated for assignment.

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By the numbers: Diamondbacks tie MLB record for most pitchers recording a save

Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Andrew Saalfrank wrapped up a dramatic 6-4 victory over the Texas Rangers with his first career save on Wednesday, and in doing so contributed to the club tying a major-league record.

Ketel Marte News / Fastball on SI / August 14

Ketel Marte Just Tied World Series Hero in Arizona Diamondbacks History

The Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Wednesday afternoon, improving to 59-62 on the season. Second baseman Ketel Marte fueled the victory for the Snakes, going 4-for-5 with a home run and four RBIs.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 14

D-backs Have Chance to Swing Momentum in Rapid Rematch

The Arizona Diamondbacks are coming off a thrilling series victory over the Texas Rangers in which Ketel Marte smashed a pair of game-winning ninth-inning homers.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 14

Diamondbacks aim to continue ascent in opener vs. Rockies

The Arizona Diamondbacks are trying to stay in the National League wild-card race while the Colorado Rockies are trying to avoid a season of infamy. The NL West rivals will meet on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series in Denver.

Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / August 14

Diamondbacks gain momentum behind Ketel Marte’s game-changing power

ARLINGTON – The Arizona Diamondbacks are having a late resurgence to try to keep their postseason hopes alive, and star second baseman Ketel Marte has been leading it.

Yu-Min Lin News / Arizona Sports / August 13

Where do new D-backs prospects fit in MLB Pipeline rankings?

With the MLB Draft and a busy trade deadline in the rear view mirror, much has changed regarding the Arizona Diamondbacks’ top-30 prospects list from MLB Pipeline.

Kendall Graveman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Diamondbacks release pitcher Kendall Graveman

The Diamondbacks have released right-hander Kendall Graveman, according to his transactions log on MLB.com. He was designated for assignment on Monday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Sports / August 13

Diamondbacks’ heroics in Texas could be the start of an epic turnaround

It’s easy to feel cursed in Arizona. It’s natural to be cynical in a market that produced one major professional championship in nearly 150 seasons as a four-sport town.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 13

Diamondbacks React to Electric Ninth-Inning Comeback

On Wednesday afternoon, staring down a 4-3 deficit, Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte did it again. Marte had crushed his second two-out, go-ahead homer in his past two games, lifting Arizona to a 6-4 victory and a series win over the Rangers.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

Umpire Derek Thomas made a big blunder behind home plate

It is rare, but not completely unheard of, for MLB players to lose track of the count or how many outs there are. It is particularly embarrassing when it happens to the home plate umpire.

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Ketel Marte News / Field Level Media / August 13

Ketel Marte's late homer propels Diamondbacks to series win over Rangers

Ketel Marte ripped a two-out, three-run home run in the ninth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to stun the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Wednesday in the finale of a three-game series in Arlington, Texas.

Anthony DeSclafani News / Field Level Media / August 13

Diamondbacks place RHP Anthony DeSclafani (thumb) on 15-day injured list

The Arizona Diamondbacks placed right-hander Anthony DeSclafani on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday because of inflammation in his right thumb. In a corresponding move, Arizona recalled right-hander Casey Kelly from Triple-A Reno.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 13

Ketel Marte Spoils Merrill Kelly's Quality Start in Thrilling Win

For the second time in as many games, Arizona Diamondbacks star second baseman Ketel Marte dashed the Texas Rangers' hopes in the ninth inning, ruining former D-back Merrill Kelly's Quality Start.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 13

Umpire hilariously rings out Diamondbacks batter after two strikes

The Arizona Diamondbacks have had it rough this season, but the club isn’t going down without a fight despite being 10.0 games back in the NL West. In

Jeff Brigham News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Diamondbacks release righty Jeff Brigham

The Diamondbacks have released right-hander Jeff Brigham, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He had been designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks on Monday, so this doesn’t impact the club’s 40-man roster count.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 13

Diamondbacks Lose Another Starting Pitcher to Injured List

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made another roster move. On Wednesday, they placed right-handed starter Anthony DeSclafani on the 15-Day injured list with right thumb inflammation.

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / August 13

D-backs face Rangers, get first look at ex-teammate Merrill Kelly

Texas pitcher Merrill Kelly will take the mound against his former team for the first time when the Rangers clash with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday afternoon in the finale of a three-game interleague set in Arlington, Texas.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 13

ESPN includes three Arizona Diamondbacks in updated top 50 MLB player rankings

Three Diamondbacks players have earned spots on ESPN’s updated in-season top 50 MLB player rankings. Corbin Carroll, Ketel Marte, and Geraldo Perdomo were all mentioned as ESPN highlighted their significant contributions this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Diamondbacks Make Lineup Change Involving Two Key Batters

The Arizona Diamondbacks are shaking up their batting order for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers, swapping the roles of two important players. Shortstop Geraldo Perdomo will move from batting third to the lead off spot against Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Diamondbacks claim right-hander, make several other moves

The Diamondbacks announced that they have claimed right-hander Gus Varland from the White Sox and optioned him to Triple-A Reno. He was previously listed as released by the Sox but it appears he had not yet cleared released waivers.

Blaze Alexander News / Burn City Sports / August 9

Blaze Alexander leads charge for the Diamondbacks as future gains hype

The D-Backs might have found a solution at third base after Blaze Alexander was able to take over on Friday night against the Colorado Rockies. The future is looking brighter every day for third baseman Blaze Alexander.