Kevin Towers will probably win the GM of the Year award this season. Such is the result of a team losing 97 games one year and likely winning a division title the next, especially with many new faces coming up big during the season. In fact, Sports Illustrate’s Jon Heyman says it is not even […]
It looks like we may get a look at top D-backs prospects Jarrod Parker and Trevor Bauer sooner than expected. Though neither would be eligible for the postseason roster, it appears the club could give each a taste of a Major League pennant race. As the D’Backs continue as 2011’s best story, they may bring […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 10, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Padres 5 The Good: The Diamondbacks had another comeback win Saturday, maybe one of their toughest of the season. Starter Wade Miley dug them into […]
Kirk Gibson Saturday stopped short of quoting Charlie Sheen directly but the sentiment was the same: it’s all about “WINNING”. “I don’t think there is any more important stat—period, than wins,” said Gibson. “That’s what we’re here for. If you win you’ve accomplished your task.” Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling certainly did their part winning […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 9, 2011: Diamondbacks 3, Padres 2 The Good: Manager Kirk Gibson picked a good night to start Lyle Overbay at first base. Overbay drove in the go-ahead run in […]
Once again Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson was asked about starter Ian Kennedy winning the Cy Young, and once again Gibson reiterated that he will not politic for his players. It’s not that Gibson doesn’t have their back; he’s loyal — probably to a fault — but he knows that their play will speak for itself. […]
There are a lot of good pitchers in the National League this season. Need any proof? Take a look at the Cy Young Watch page. That said, the D-backs’ Ian Kennedy is certainly in the conversation, right along with Clayton Kershaw, Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee. At least, he should be. “He may not win […]
Kirk Gibson took over a team that, to put it mildly, wasn’t very good. The team was 31-48 when he replaced A.J. Hinch, and was well on its way to a 97-loss season. Needless to say things had to change, and Gibson made sure they did. “The thing that we’ve done well is to overcome […]
Despite a seven and a half game lead over the San Francisco Giants, Diamondbacks CEO Derrick Hall is not going to be content until the playoff spot is official. Hall spoke to Arizona Sports 620’s Doug and Wolf and was asked about the sale of post-season tickets. “There’s a fine line of jinxing.” Hall said […]
When it comes to the history of Diamondbacks pitchers three names always come up: Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling and Brandon Webb. If he can continue his current pace, Ian Kennedy’s performance this season could propel him into the conversation. Granted this is just one season and the all-time significance of Kennedy would still be nowhere […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks have a seven game lead over the San Francisco Giants. While that is great for them on the field, it may work against them at the Chase Field box office. After all, with NFL starting, Arizona State hosting Missouri and Arizona visiting Oklahoma State, fans may be inclined to gravitate towards the […]
As the Diamondbacks inch closer and closer to a playoff spot, much of the focus is beginning to turn to what the team will look like after game 162. That’s what a seven game division lead will do to you. As such, Arizona Sports 620’s Burns and Gambo wondered what the team’s starting rotation will […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 7, 2011: Diamondbacks 5, Rockies 3 The Good: Catcher Miguel Montero continued to do what he has quietly done all season – lead the Diamondbacks to a win. He […]
Rookie first baseman Paul Goldschmidt has lived up to the hype as a power hitter in his first 32 games in the Major Leagues. The 23-year-old has hit six home runs and knocked in 23 runs since being called up August 1st. The offense was expected and should come as no surprise. It is the […]
Fans interested in authentic merchandise commemorating the Diamondbacks’ 2001 World Series win will find plenty of options at Chase Field this weekend. The merchandise will include plenty of things, from a throwback home jersey to the team’s purple hat. There will also be T-shirts, a commemorative coin, Mounted Memories plaques, baseballs, mini bats and replica […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 6, 2011: Rockies 8, Diamondbacks 3 The Good: Arizona starter Josh Collmenter was fantastic tossing six and 1/3 innings only giving up five hits and one run. Collmenter continues […]
Paul Goldschmidt has played in 30 games for the Arizona Diamondbacks, hitting .247 with six home runs, 19 RBI, 16 runs scored and three stolen bases. He’s played a pretty good first base, too. “It has amazed me how good he’s been defensively. He’s had some key hits, but he makes every pick,” said general […]
PHOENIX – After taking the series against the Giants over the weekend and pushing their lead in the division to seven games, the Arizona Diamondbacks are most likely heading to the playoffs next month. Now the question becomes how will they stack up against other teams battling for a World Series title. Starting pitchers Ian […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 5, 2011: Diamondbacks 10, Rockies 7 The Good: We don’t know if it was the thin mountain air or just a great day, but the Diamondbacks hitters certainly did […]
With the Arizona Diamondbacks likely claiming the NL West title this month, people are starting to ask who deserves the credit for the roster that’s turned a team around in less than a season. The answer, it turns out, is that due to several changes in the D-backs’ front office, that there are quite a […]
Strike three.
That's all that Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Justin Upton needed to hear before blowing up at the umpire, arguing what was a questionable call. Upton was quickly ejected and had to be restrained by two coaches as he was forced off of the field, leaving the D-backs without their all-star outfielder in the fourth inning of a crucial game against their NL West rival San Francisco Giants.
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 4, 2011: Diamondbacks 4, Giants 1 The Good: Daniel Hudson threw a great game and deserved his win on Sunday. In seven innings, he only gave up three hits […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 3, 2011: Diamondbacks 7, Giants 2 The Good: Ian Kennedy showed, yet again, why he should be a candidate for the NL Cy Young award. Kennedy out-pitched Giants ace […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for September 2, 2011: Giants 6, Diamondbacks 2 The Good: Arizona took an early 1-0 lead in the first inning off a Miguel Montero RBI double. Montero was the only Diamondback […]
PHOENIX – Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Justin Upton has been beaned 16 times this season prompting many to call for retaliation to protect the team’s star. It’s a tricky situation for Arizona as the team is in the middle of a pennant race and doesn’t want to lose important players to a suspension. The D-backs definitely […]
The last Arizona Diamondback to win the NL Cy Young award was Brandon Webb nearly five years ago. But as the season winds down and the Cy Young finalists start to separate themselves from the pack, former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher and current MLB Network analyst Mitch Williams believes the drought could come to an end […]
The weekend series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Francisco Giants features two teams heading in opposite directions. The Arizona Diamondbacks head to San Francisco riding a nine-game winning streak. The Giants’ past nine games were at home, against the San Diego Padres, Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs, and they put up a weak […]
To say Randy Johnson was intense as a player would be an understatement. Never one to talk before games, the man known as “The Big Unit” was as intimidating as he was effective. Now retired, Johnson said he can finally appreciate what he did as a Major Leaguer. “I actually look back and enjoy those […]
Randy Johnson last played for the Diamondbacks in 2008, and his return to Chase Field in a couple weeks to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the team’s 2001 championship season may not be the last time you see him around these parts. “I’ve been in touch with [Kirk Gibson] on multiple occasions this year, and […]
The calendar has turned to the month of September, meaning MLB rosters can expand. Thursday the Diamondbacks began adding to their roster, as they reinstated infielder Geoff Blum and pitcher Alberto Castillo, while recalling pitchers Ryan Cook and Sam Demel. The 38-year-old Blum has been on the disabled list since fracturing his right pinky finger […]
