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The Arizona Diamondbacks have made the decision to move left-hander Jordan Montgomery from their starting rotation to the bullpen. The decision comes after a challenging 2024 season and an underwhelming spring, despite Montgomery’s large $22.5 million salary, which is the second-highest on the team. With Brandon Pfaadt securing the final rotation spot, Montgomery’s role on the … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Seek Trade Partner Willing to Take On Montgomery’s Salary

Arizona Diamondbacks Jake McCarthy continues to improve as he enters his fifth season. With his enthusiasm and passion to be better, he certainly influences his teammates with his style of play. Throughout 2024 McCarthy was one of the Diamondbacks most consistent hitters throughout the 2024 season. He played in a career-high 142 games and hit .285. He displayed an ability to … [Read more...] about Steady Growth for Jake McCarthy

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen is entering the final year of his contract and aims to deliver a season reminiscent of his Cy Young-caliber performances before hitting free agency. The Athletic’s Tim Britton recently projected that Gallen could land a seven-year, $187 million contract extension in 2025, while Spotrac values him at $138 million. Gallen has long been … [Read more...] about Zac Gallen Enters Contract Year with Big Payday Looming

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has been working on his slider ahead of this season. In fact, the right-hander has been using this spring training to develop that pitch to add to his repertoire of pitches. New pitching coach Brian Kaplan believes the slider will help make Kelly’s sinker and other pitches more effective. Merrill Kelly on an area of his game he’s … [Read more...] about Merrill Kelly Working on Slider in Spring Training

Josh Naylor is looking to bring leadership to the Arizona Diamondbacks after being traded from the Cleveland Guardians in December. Although he is replacing Christian Walker, he is not looking to take his place. He is bringing his own style of play and leadership both on and off the field to the team and his new teammates. Baseball Trades are Business Baseball is a business, … [Read more...] about New Veteran Presence Elevates Leadership within the Arizona Diamondbacks