Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images How have last winter's high-priced arms worked out? This was triggered by a discussion with Dano in Sunday's Gameday Thread, while the Diamondbacks were blowing another late lead. He suggested telling Mike Hazen, "Spend some money to build a competitive bullpen with some actual depth and proven track records. That’s just about the one … [Read more...] about Is it worth spending big on relievers?
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Snake Bytes: 7/2
Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images The Diamondbacks received a vintage Gallen start on Tuesday, leading to them taking the second game of the series. Diamondbacks News Gallen Gem Backed by Four Home Runs in Rout of GiantsZac Gallen looked much better than he has in quite some time and the offense woke back up after having some issues against the Fish. Torey and Nelson Confirm … [Read more...] about Snake Bytes: 7/2
The Arizona Diamondbacks and the 2025 Draft: Part 2
What does this season’s pool of draft-eligible players look like? This season sees a return to the sort of draft pool one would have expected before COVID went and screwed up the talent pool for four years as eligibility standards were in flux and the 2020 draft was only five rounds. As a result, the depth of top-tier talent in this draft is shallower than the last few years. … [Read more...] about The Arizona Diamondbacks and the 2025 Draft: Part 2
Trey Mancini Opts Out Of D-Backs Deal
Veteran first baseman Trey Mancini has opted out of his minor league contract with the Diamondbacks, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Arizona evidently opted not to select him onto the MLB roster and he has returned to free agency. Utility infielder Nicky Lopez did the same this morning. Mancini, 33, played three months with Triple-A Reno after signing an offseason … [Read more...] about Trey Mancini Opts Out Of D-Backs Deal