The first game after the trade deadline featured Anthony DeSclafani in the role of emergency starter. It went about as well as one might imagine.
Diamondbacks News
What Is Left to Watch For?
This is the question on the mind of many fans after Arizona traded away Josh, Naylor, Merrill, Kelly, and Eugenio Suarez, all while loading up for the future instead of August and September.
How Tyler Locklear’s Bat Caught Fire and Ended Up in Arizona
Arizona’s new first baseman has made some changes to his swing that have excited many in Arizona.
GM Gives Blunt Message Regarding Gallen Staying Put
Zac Gallen wasn’t moved on deadline day despite all the external (and some internal) pressure to move him.
Other Baseball News
Fangraphs Trade Deadline Winners and Losers
Who does Fangraphs think won or lost at the trade deadline?
Yankees Release Stroman
Despite his struggles, it does still seem likely that Stroman will find a new home once he clears some contract-related hurdles.
Broncos Rockies 17, Steelers Pirates 16
The Pirates jumped out to a nine-run lead in the first inning. Yes, that’s right, the Pirates were up nine before the Rockies ever came to bat. But this is Coors Field. And the Pirates. And the Rockies. By the time the dust settled, the final score resembled one straight out of hand-egg.