Going into the 2022 draft, top draft prospects Jackson Holliday and Druw Jones were the clear-cut top two choices. After both the Arizona Diamondbacks and Baltimore Orioles went 52-110 in the previous season, the top two picks were awarded to them, with Baltimore getting the first overall due to a worse intraleague record. While Jones was the better-rated prospect, the Orioles … [Read more...] about Former Top Prospect Looking To Improve
Diamondbacks Wallowing in Fourth in NL West After May Struggles
The Arizona Diamondbacks are wallowing after high hopes for this season. Every aspect of the game has contributed to this team’s struggles in May, and they sit in fourth place in the National League West, eight games behind the division-leading Los Angeles Dodgers at 28-31. The team’s erratic and inconsistent play has led to displeasure and frustration among fans and the team’s … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Wallowing in Fourth in NL West After May Struggles
Gabriel Moreno Showing His Versatility in Third Year with D-Backs
Catcher Gabriel Moreno is becoming a more well-rounded and key contributor for the Arizona Diamondbacks this season. The backstop’s performance has been a significant positive for them since the team picked him up in a trade in December 2022. Gabriel Moreno Becoming More Well-Rounded Catcher for D-Backs Not Long as a Backup After the trade with the Toronto Blue Jays, he began … [Read more...] about Gabriel Moreno Showing His Versatility in Third Year with D-Backs
Arizona Diamondbacks Bullpen is Distressing
The Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen is distressing at this point in the season. Despite having some new additions this season, the bullpen’s performance has been erratic, inconsistent, and unreliable. Changes need to happen sooner rather than later. Multiple Meltdowns The Diamondbacks bullpen has struggled to hold leads, often blowing games late or allowing rallies, and has eight … [Read more...] about Arizona Diamondbacks Bullpen is Distressing
Versatile Diamondbacks Pitcher Ryne Nelson Contributing in Different Ways This Season
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson is demonstrating his versatility amid his emergence as an effective situational pitcher. While displaying promise as a starter, with 52 starts over the past two seasons, his role changed and he was moved to the bullpen for the 2025 season. Diamondbacks Pitcher Ryne Nelson Demonstrating His Versatility This Season Shift in Role Nelson’s … [Read more...] about Versatile Diamondbacks Pitcher Ryne Nelson Contributing in Different Ways This Season