The Arizona Diamondbacks weren’t expected to do much in the National League West this season. Despite seemingly everyone doubting them, Kirk Gibson’s squad has proven that they are, in fact, a contender and don’t plan on going anywhere. Entering Monday’s game the D-backs were just two games back of the defending NL West and World […]
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 August 1, 2011: Diamondbacks 5, Giants 2 The Good: The D-backs went lights-out in the sixth, showing the Giants why they are still in the NL West race. Scoring five […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks made a pair of trades over the weekend, acquiring Jason Marquis and Brad Ziegler. The moves, while good, did nothing to help the team’s offense, and many think the team could have used an extra bat somewhere in the lineup, specifically at first and/or third base. “We came very close in one […]
Will Paul Goldschmidt finally get a shot at Major League pitching? The 23-year-old has been tearing up the Minor Leagues — especially this season — hitting .306 with 30 home runs and 94 RBI for Double-A Mobile. Just heard from someone in Mobile who tells me Goldschmidt is getting promoted.less than a minute ago via […]
Looks like the Arizona Diamondbacks, just one day after adding a piece to their starting rotation, found the bullpen help they’d been seeking for months. #mlb #Dbacks send Brandon Allen and Jordan Norberto to #Athletics for Ziegler.less than a minute ago via TweetDeck Favorite Retweet Reply Bob Nightengale BNightengale Ziegler, 31, has been very productive […]
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 July 30, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Dodgers 4 The Good: Justin Upton got the big hit in the game as he cleared the bases with a 3-RBI double in the sixth […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks have made their first official move before the Major League Baseball trade deadline. The club announced Saturday afternoon that they’ve acquired right-handed pitcher Jason Marquis from the Washington Nationals in exchange for minor league infielder Zachary Walters. Marquis, 32, is a major league veteran having played parts of 12 seasons for the […]
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 July 29, 2011: Dodgers 9, Diamondbacks 5 The Good: The Diamondbacks hit three home runs in the game as Justin Upton, Ryan Roberts and Willie Bloomquist all went yard for […]
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks are believed to be buyers before the MLB trade deadline hits on Sunday. The team is searching for pitching help and a new name has emerged. The D-backs are rumored to be talking to the Oakland Athletics about reliever Brad Ziegler. Dbacks still focusing for relief help have spoken to […]
It is no secret that the Arizona Diamondbacks want to improve their bullpen at the trade deadline. However, they are cautious in their pursuit and do not want to give away too much. #mlb The #Dbacks, interested in Toronto relievers until they were all traded, wisely unwilling to mortgage future for middle relief marketless than […]
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 July 27, 2011: Padres 4, Diamondbacks 3 The Good: Brandon Allen homered, his third of the year, and drove in three runs on the day. He also walked twice. Miguel […]
Having lost shortstop Stephen Drew for the season, the Arizona Diamondbacks may look to add another infielder for the stretch run. #brewers, #dbacks, #pirates, #indians among teams looking at jamey carroll, who did great filling in for furcal. #tradedeadlineless than a minute ago via Mobile Web Favorite Retweet ReplyJon HeymanSI_JonHeyman The 37-year-old Carroll, who is […]
The San Francisco Giants may have made the biggest trade deadline splash thus far, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are not going to panic. When the Giants acquired Carlos Beltran from the New York Mets, they sent a loud and clear message that they want to repeat as NL West, National League and World Series champions. […]
Justin Upton’s talent and potential have been apparent for a long time. Everyone knew the young right fielder was talented, yet he never seemed to be able to put it together for an entire season until now. In 2011 Upton, who is hitting .303 with 20 home runs and 61 RBI, is finally putting up […]
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 July 27, 2011: Diamondbacks 4 Padres 3 The Good: Where to start… Ian Kennedy earned his 12th win of the season by allowing just two runs in six innings of […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks had interest in Jason Frasor, but when the reliever was traded to the White Sox the team had to cross him off the wish list. But he wasn’t the only one on the list, and the D-backs still may have some moves to make. “They’re going to stay the course, they’re going […]
There are always plenty of roster moves towards the end of July, however, they often revolve around trades and not players who simply decide to leave. According to a tweet by Jon Morosi, a national baseball writer for Foxsports.com, Yhency Brazoban is considering leaving the Arizona Diamondbacks. Source: Yhency Brazobán on verge of leaving #DBacks […]
PHOENIX – The MLB trade deadline is less than a week away and the Arizona Diamondbacks are one of the teams believed to be in the market for pitching help. One name that has surfaced lately is Toronto Blue Jays right-hander reliever Jason Frasor. One national insider believes he would be a great addition for […]
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 July 26, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Padres 1 The Good: Starter Joe Saunders was dominant throwing a complete game only giving up six hits and one run while lowering his ERA […]
The Diamondbacks bullpen received a boost Tuesday, as the team reinstated closer J.J. Putz from the 15-day disabled list. In another move, the team placed IF Geoff Blum on the 15-day DL with a fractured right pinkie finger and selected the contract of outfielder Colin Cowgill from Triple-A Reno. Putz, who was placed on the […]
Well that was painless. The Arizona Diamondbacks announced they have agreed to terms on a Major League contract with top draft pick Trevor Bauer. He’s been placed on the 40 man roster. Bauer, the 3rd overall pick in the 2011 draft out of UCLA, will report to Single-A Advanced Visalia Tuesday. “We are excited Trevor […]
Justin Upton is putting together what is easily his best season as a pro. Having won the National League’s Player of the Week award for the second time, the 23-year-old has seen his batting average rise to .301 while hitting 17 home runs and tallying 57 RBI. The most surprising thing about that paragraph? The […]
While trade rumors have connected the Arizona Diamondbacks to some bigger names this month, it may be the smaller moves that make the difference in the NL West. One of those moves Kevin Towers could make is adding depth to the club’s already much improved bullpen. Enter Toronto Blue Jays right hander Jason Fransor. Dbacks […]
The Diamondbacks’ top pick in the 2011 MLB in the 2011 MLB First-Year Player Draft is one step closer to joining the organization. Trevor Bauer passed his D’nbacks physical for big league contractless than a minute ago via Twitter for BlackBerry® Favorite Retweet ReplyPeter Gammonspgammo While good news, it is not exactly unexpected. Bauer has […]
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Justin Upton, along with San Diego’s Cameron Maybin, has been named the National League Player of the week. In a week highlighted by his 3-5, six RBI performance against the Rockies, Upton led the major leagues with 11 RBI, 27 total bases and five doubles. He was also tied for the […]
The trade deadline may not be until Sunday, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are making roster moves early. According to Brent Ingram, the Sports Information Director at the University of Kentucky, outfielder Collin Cowgill has been called up to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Heard from coach Henderson that former #UKbaseball OF Collin Cowgill has been called up […]
The Diamondbacks figure to be active in trade talks over the next week, and one of their targets could be a guy who significantly changes the makeup of the NL West race. #DBacks have talked with #Astros about a Wandy Rodriguez trade, sources say, but no deal close. #MLBless than a minute ago via web […]
Pitching may be the focus of the July 31 trade deadline, but extra offense never hurts and with the loss of shortstop Stephen Drew, the Arizona Diamondbacks may look to add a shortstop. According to Fox Sports’ Ken Rosenthal, the Houston Astros may be able to provide the D-backs with shortstop Clint Barmes. In the […]
While the Arizona Diamondbacks are in the market for pitching at the trade deadline, they may also try to acquire some offensive help. According to a tweet by Sports Illustrated’s Jon Heyman, the Chicago Cubs are trying to move first baseman Carlos Pena, and the D-backs could be interested. carlos pena will almost surely be […]
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 July 24, 2011: Diamondbacks 7, Rockies 0 The Good: Colorado couldn’t get Justin Upton out on Sunday as the Diamondbacks’ star went 4-4 with three RBI’s to lead the Arizona […]
