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Deceptive delivery aides Collmenter

Diamondbacks rookie Josh Collmenter’s windup is, well, unconventional. A 1.19 ERA through more than 30 innings seems to indicate Major League hitters are having trouble with the 25-year-old right hander, something that should not really be too surprising. According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, a scout told him Collmenter’s delivery is really one of a kind. […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Montero, Johnson rock Rox

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 April 27, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Rockies 3 The Good: It sure was catcher Miguel Montero’s night. His three-run homer to right brought in three runs for the D-backs. Montero is […]
13 years ago
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Perfect Putz credits Gibson for Diamondbacks’ success

Things are coming together for the Arizona Diamondbacks. A 15-win month of May has seen them return to a .500 record, a feat that seemed impossible in recent memory (see last season). They have won five of a potential eight series this month, including consecutively sweeping both the Braves and Twins. Diamondbacks closer J.J. Putz […]
13 years ago
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D-backs’ Gibson isn’t taking success for granted

The Arizona Diamondbacks are over .500 in late May for the first time since 2008. That doesn’t mean manager Kirk Gibson is letting his team’s recent success go to his head, at least publicly. “The thing is you just can’t stop,” Gibson told reporters after Wednesday night’s game. “We don’t want to let our guard […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Kennedy baffles Rockies

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 May 25, 2011: Diamondbacks 2, Rockies 1 The Arizona Diamondbacks climbed above .500 and leapfrogged over Colorado in the NL West with a 2-1 win against the Rockies on Wednesday. […]
13 years ago
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Gibson likes versatility, options at first base

PHOENIX – First base was one of the biggest question marks for the Arizona Diamondbacks heading into Spring Training this season. The team hasn’t gotten anything eye-popping out of the position thus far, but a multitude of players are providing adequate results and options for manager Kirk Gibson. “It sets up pretty nice for us. […]
13 years ago
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D-backs place Gutierrez on DL, recall Kroenke

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced today they have recalled right-handed pitcher Zach Kroenke from Triple-A Reno and placed right-handed pitcher Juan Gutierrez on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation in his right shoulder, according to D-backs’ Executive Vice President and General Manager Kevin Towers. Kroenke, 27, was 4-0 with a 5.64 ERA (28 ER […]
13 years ago
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Roberts bringing passion and intensity to D-backs

PHOENIX – One of the most valuable players for the Arizona Diamondbacks almost wasn’t even on the team to start the season. Utility man Ryan Roberts was expected to be sent down to Triple-A, but an injury to Geoff Blum allowed Roberts to break camp with the big club. Roberts has made sure to make […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Saunders gets first win

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 May 24, 2011: Diamondbacks 5, Rockies 2 The Arizona Diamondbacks managed to get a split of their doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies with a 5-2 win in Game 2. Joe […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: D-backs roughed up in Game 1

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 May 24, 2011: Rockies 12, Diamondbacks 4 The Arizona Diamondbacks saw their six-game winning streak come to a screeching halt in the team’s 12-4 loss to the Colorado Rockies in […]
13 years ago
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Matt Williams: ‘Why not us?’

The last time the Arizona Diamondbacks made the playoffs, in 2007, the team had a slogan. It was ‘Anywhere, Anytime’, a phrase which veteran first baseman Tony Clark coined to describe the team’s mentality. With this years incarnation showing signs of life, they may have their own mantra provided by a member of their coaching […]
13 years ago
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Diamondbacks GM: ‘Putz key to bullpen’

Diamondbacks General Manager Kevin Towers seems much more relaxed recently, and he sure deserves to be.
13 years ago
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Daniel Hudson named National League Player of the Week

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Daniel Hudson was named National League Player of the Week award along with Shaun Marcum of the Milwaukee Brewers. Hudson was 2-0 last week with a 1.80 ERA. Hudson, who pitched 15 innings last week, recorded 12 total strikeouts in his wins over the Colorado Rockies and Minnesota Twins. This is […]
13 years ago
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Looking down the road, Diamondbacks could have money to spend

The excitement the Arizona Diamondbacks have generated during their recent six-game winning streak may not be short lived. The Diamondbacks, who have won eight of their last nine games, are starting to show signs of life for this season and if you look towards the future it gives reason for optimism. Especially from a payroll […]
13 years ago
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McCain thinks ‘anything is possible’ with D-backs

Now an important message from the senior Senator from the great state of Arizona, John McCain. Dbacks win 6 in a row and reach .500, anything is possible. Go #Dbacks!less than a minute ago via Twitter for BlackBerry® Favorite Retweet ReplyJohn McCainSenJohnMcCain You know the Arizona Diamondbacks reaching the .500 mark is a big deal […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Hudson quiets Twin bats

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 May 22, 2011: Diamondbacks 3, Twins 2 The Arizona Diamondbacks completed their sweep of the Minnesota Twins with a 3-2 win on Sunday extending their overall winning streak to six […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Johnson grand slam wins it

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 April 27, 2011: Diamondbacks 9, Twins 6 The Good: A six-run eight inning won it for the Diamondbacks after two RBIs from Miguel Montero and a grand slam from the […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: D-backs hold off Twins

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 May 20, 2011: Diamondbacks 8, Twins 7 The Arizona Diamondbacks were able to hold on for a wild 8-7 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night. The game started […]
13 years ago
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D-backs bullpen improved due to defined roles

PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks improved bullpen has been one of the biggest stories so far early in the season. Arizona had one of the worst bullpens in the history of baseball last season, but have managed to make it one of the team’s strengths this season rather than a hindrance. Relief pitcher Sam Demel […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Collmenter throws a gem

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 May 19, 2011: Diamondbacks 2, Braves 1 The Good: Josh Collmenter threw a game any new starting pitcher would dream of. He allowed no runs on only two hits in […]
13 years ago
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Diamondbacks get contributions from most in thrilling win over Braves

PHOENIX — Joe Saunders entered Wednesday night’s game against the Braves without a win on the season. The night ended with him still stuck on zero, something the pitcher said he is fine with given the result, which was the hometown Diamondbacks rallying for what was one of the most fun wins of the season. […]
13 years ago
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Justin Upton has ‘Bieber Fever’

PHOENIX – Justin Upton is getting some celebrity help in his attempt to make it to the All-Star game in Phoenix. Justin Bieber recently tweeted “shoutout to my boys @bjupton2 and @realjustinupton – make sure to vote for them as starters in the MLB Allstar game.” “It was brought to my attention,” said Upton before […]
13 years ago
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Sean Burroughs back in Majors after almost four years

Sean Burroughs will never be confused for Robert Redford, but he might get mistaken for Roy Hobbs some day. After an almost four year layoff from baseball, the former Padres prospect has returned to the majors with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Like Hobbs, Burroughs disappeared in the prime of his career after showing promise only to […]
13 years ago
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Gibson talks roster moves, Galarraga replacement

PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks are in need of a new fifth starter after designating Armando Galarraga for assignment. “We’re thinking about some external and internal options. We’ve had a lot of discussion about that,” said Kirk Gibson on the Sports 620 KTAR’s Gambo and Ash show on Wednesday. The D-backs manager was quick to […]
13 years ago
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D-backs activate Bloomquist from DL, add Burroughs

PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks announced today they have reinstated infielder Willie Bloomquist from the 15-day disabled list and selected infielder Sean Burroughs from Triple-A Reno, according to D-backs’ Executive Vice President and General Manager Kevin Towers. In corresponding moves, the D-backs designated right-handed pitcher Armando Galarraga for assignment and placed infielder Melvin Mora on […]
13 years ago
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Diamondbacks designate Galarraga for assignment

PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks designated right-hander Armando Galarraga for assignment Tuesday night after the team’s 6-1 victory over the San Diego Padres. Galarraga, acquired by the Diamondbacks from Detroit in January for a pair of prospects, was 3-4 with a 5.91 ERA in eight starts for Arizona. He had lost four straight games, including […]
13 years ago
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Inside the Box: Hudson shuts down Padres

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 May 17, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Padres 1 The Arizona Diamondbacks rebounded to split their two-game series against San Diego with a 6-1 win over the Padres on Tuesday. Daniel Hudson […]
13 years ago
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Melvin re-joins D-backs after painful exit

PHOENIX – Bob Melvin has agreed to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks organization and serve as an adviser to the front office. For Melvin in his third stint with the Diamondbacks franchise, it marks a return to where he feels most comfortable. “I’ve always felt at home here,” said Melvin on the Sports 620 KTAR’s […]
13 years ago
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Bieber wants to make Upton brothers All-Stars

Like most good baseball fans we here at ArizonaSports.com fill out our MLB All-Star ballots based on the advice of celebrities. That’s why we were more than pleasantly surprised when one of the world’s biggest celebrities threw his support behind one of our home town Arizona Diamondbacks. That celebrity? None other than star of music […]
13 years ago
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Kirk Gibson selected to help coach All-Stars

PHOENIX — Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson was selected to help San Francisco manager Bruce Bochy coach in the MLB All-Star game, which is to take place later this summer in Arizona. Gibson is the only Most Valuable Player in baseball history who did not play in the game during his career. Gibson will be joined […]
13 years ago