Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes will remain with the club after deciding against opting out of his contract, committing to four more seasons worth $140 million through 2030, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported on Thursday. The former National League Cy Young Award winner will collect $35 million annually from 2027 through 2030, although $11 million […]
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Corbin Burnes has confirmed he will not exercise the opt‑out clause in his Arizona Diamondbacks contract, keeping him through 2030. The former 2021 NL Cy Young winner signed a six‑year, $210 million deal after the 2024 season that allowed an opt‑out after 2026. Despite a torn UCL and Tommy John surgery that limited him to 10.1 innings and nine runs allowed this season, the D‑Backs retain him at $35 million per year (with $11 million deferred) for 2027‑30. The decision is seen as a logical move given his recovery and the upcoming labor market.
Corbin Burnes has confirmed he will not trigger the opt‑out clause in his six‑year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, keeping his $35 million annual salary through 2030 (with $11 million deferred each year). After missing most of 2025 and 2026 due to Tommy John surgery, a teres major strain, and shoulder inflammation, Burnes returns to the rotation for 2027 alongside Eduardo Rodríguez, Brandon Pfaadt, Merrill Kelly and Ryne Nelson. Despite limited recent work, his Cy Young pedigree and family ties to Scottsdale drove the decision, as larger offers were turned down.
Starting pitcher Corbin Burnes is expected to opt into the final four seasons of his contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, which run through 2030.
Talks to this point have been surface level, but November could be busier than normal for player movement.
The MLB Network documentary "Destined: The 2001 Arizona Diamondbeans" revisits the D‑backs’ dramatic Game 7 win over the Yankees (3‑2) that clinched the franchise’s first World Series on Nov. 4, 2001. It highlights the team’s chemistry—rival ace pitchers Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling, clutch hero Tony Womack’s Father’s‑Day grand slam, and Luis Gonzalez’s clubhouse leadership—while noting Bob Brenly’s decisive managerial shift after replacing Buck Showalter. Despite a modest 92‑win season and the oldest starting lineup in World Series history (average age 33.7), Arizona’s veteran‑heavy roster, funded by Jerry Colangelo’s payroll strategy, overcame tight NLDS battles and a swift NLCS to seize the title. The doc’s first half explores these back‑room dynamics, offering a fresh angle beyond the iconic Game 7 footage.
Zach Agnos proved more valuable than spectacular for the Colorado Rockies in 2026, posting a 0.1 rWAR over 91 innings—the most he’s ever thrown. The versatile right‑hander logged three starts, two saves and countless multi‑inning relief outings, ending with a 5.93 ERA and 1.51 WHIP. After a rough March‑June stretch (8.21 ERA), he surged in July‑August, allowing just six earned runs in 27.1 innings (1.98 ERA) before regressing in September (8.76 ERA) as fatigue set in. Highlights include a five‑scoreless‑inning start on May 21 against Arizona and two early‑season saves versus Houston and the Mets. Agnos' mixed performance raises questions about his durability and future role.
The Arizona Diamondbacks are weighing a move for third baseman Nolan Arenado to spend time at first base in 2027, according to MLB Trade Rumors. At 35, Arenado’s defense at the hot corner has slipped (DRS –4, but OAA and FRV +2), prompting GM Mike Hazen to consider the less taxing first‑base role to preserve his health and add roster flexibility. The team’s first‑base void could be filled by free agents like Jake Bauers or Ty France, or trades for players such as Christian Walker, while keeping Arenado at 15 MM (Arizona paying $6 MM) and potentially opening up a market for a new third baseman. Arenado posted a .255/.331/.475 line with a 120 wRC+ and 3.5 WAR in 2026, and he’s reportedly open to winter‑ball experiments to test the switch.
The Chicago White Sox are poised to hire Milwaukee Brewers assistant director of domestic scouting Matt Roffe to run their domestic draft operations, filling the vacancy left by Mike Shirley’s September resignation. Roffe, a key figure in the Brewers’ talent‑identification engine that helped the 2023 World Series champions thrive on a modest payroll, brings five years of scouting experience plus stints with the Diamondbacks, Padres and MLB research departments. His blend of analytics, technology and player evaluation is expected to inject fresh ideas into Chicago’s scouting department.
Sportsnaut outlines one likely trade target from each AL West club ahead of the 2027 season. The Astros could move 35‑year‑old first baseman Christian Walker—who’s hit 25+ homers for five straight years—if a team like the Diamondbacks, Guardians or Tigers bites. The Rangers may flip left‑hander MacKenzie Gore, whose 2026 season posted a 4.58 ERA and 1.34 WHIP, to suitors such as the Marlins, Mets or Tigers. Seattle’s durable right‑hander Logan Gilbert, a $15 million man with a 3.60 ERA over 2021‑26, might be dealt if the Mariners choose a rebuild, with the Cubs, Diamondbacks or Padres in the mix. Oakland’s catcher Shea Langeliers is also flagged as a potential mover. Each player’s contract status and recent performance fuel the speculation.
Game 3 of the Brewers‑Rays World Series set a new low for viewership, averaging 8.3 million on FOX and Fox Deportes—potentially the second‑least‑watched World Series game ever, just behind the 2023 Rangers‑Diamondbacks matchup. The blowout 10‑0 lead for Milwaukee contributed to the dip, which was amplified by competition from a high‑profile NFL Cowboys‑Eagles game and the WNBA Finals. Earlier games drew 12.26 million and 10.85 million viewers, while Game 4 rebounded to an estimated 13.5 million, suggesting the slump may be an outlier in an otherwise solid series.
In Game 4 of the 2026 World Series, Tampa Bay's Ben Williamson delivers a walk‑off RBI single in the 12th inning, beating the Milwaukee Brewers 5‑4 and pushing the series to a decisive Game 5. Left‑hander Aaron Ashby also makes history, retiring all seven batters he faces and breaking Andrew Miller's postseason scoreless‑innings record for relievers. As the Brewers head back to their hotel, the series finale looms, while Arizona’s offseason chatter heats up with free‑agency speculation and a recap of the Diamondbacks' ten walk‑off wins this season.
Sportsnaut outlines one trade candidate from each AL Central club ahead of the 2027 season. The Guardians may move outfielder Steven Kwan, a .282 hitter with a career‑high 85 walks in 2026, for corner‑outfield help. The White Sox could flip first baseman Munetaka Murakami, who posted a 20‑home‑run half‑season before a post‑injury dip, despite his $17 million 2027 salary. The Twins might part with right‑hander Pablo López, fresh from UCL surgery but fresh off a 2.74 ERA in 2025, to shed his $18.4 million contract. Detroit’s utility man Javier Báez, after a strong 2025 start but inconsistent 2026 production, is also on the chopping block. Potential destinations include the Cubs, Mariners, Padres, Diamondbacks, Mets, Twins, Blue Jays, Giants, and White Sox.
AZ Snake Pit’s review of *K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches* praises the book’s depth, citing over 300 interviews and a 60‑title bibliography. While the author, a Diamondbacks fan, notes the narrative often drifts beyond his favorite team, the text still highlights key AZ moments—Randy Johnson’s Hall‑of‑Fame career, Curt Schilling’s splitter insights, and Luis Gonzalez’s Game 7 2001 World Series cutter that secured the title. The review also outlines concise characteristics for each of the ten pitches, from sliders to spitballs, showing how they’ve evolved. Baseball historians and fans of pitching lore will find the detailed excerpts and pitch definitions a compelling reason to pick up the book.
The author crowns Corey Seager’s ninth‑inning, game‑tying home run on October 27, 2023 as the greatest moment in Texas Rangers history. Coming down 5‑3 against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the World Series, Seager’s swing tied the game, setting the stage for Adolis García’s dramatic win and the Rangers’ eventual championship. The piece revisits other iconic Rangers highlights—from Nolan Ryan’s no‑hits to Nelson Cruz’s 2011 walk‑off—before concluding that the 2023 postseason, highlighted by Seager’s clutch blast, finally vindicates lifelong fans’ loyalty.
Nolan Arenado's 30‑home‑run, .806‑OPS 2026 season has Yankees insiders eyeing him as a short‑term third‑base fix. SNY’s Phillip Martinez lists the 28‑year‑old Diamondbacks third baseman among potential trade targets, noting his final‑year contract could bridge New York’s infield gap without a long‑term commitment. While Arenado’s power rose from 12 homers a year earlier, his defense and split stats (.894 OPS vs. lefties, .775 vs. righties) raise questions about consistency. The Yankees must weigh a measured cost against alternatives before committing to a veteran who may only be a one‑year solution.
Here is a guide to the Diamondbacks' free agents, as the offseason will kick into gear after the World Series.
Game 1 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers draws 12.2 million viewers on Fox and Univision, surpassing all non‑Dodgers finals this decade. Though lower than last year’s 13.3 million Dodgers‑Blue Jays opener and the 2024 record 15.2 million Dodgers‑Yankees game, the audience tops the 2023 Rangers‑Diamondbacks (9.4 million) and exceeds 2022 (11.7 million) and 2021 (11.1 million) viewership. Peaks reach just over 13 million, and upcoming Nielsen Big Data figures could push the total higher. The strong Friday start suggests growing interest despite the Rays and Brewers lacking broad national appeal.
The AZ Snake Pit compares the Arizona Diamondbacks to their 1998‑born sibling, the Tampa Bay Rays, highlighting how the Rays have outperformed Arizona despite a far smaller payroll. From 2019‑2026 the Rays averaged 92 wins per season on a $93 M budget, while the D‑backs posted 78 wins on $138 M and missed the 2026 playoffs. The article examines the Rays’ World Series roster, noting that only one pitcher was home‑grown; the rest were acquired via trades, purchases or free agency, often at minimal cost. By dissecting these moves, the piece asks what the Diamondbacks can learn from Tampa Bay’s roster construction and success.
As Halloween looms, Burn City Sports ranks the Arizona Diamondbacks’ most intimidating players. The list opens with the towering 6‑foot‑10 left‑hander Randy Johnson, whose 372 strikeouts in 2001 helped clinch the franchise’s first World Series and earned co‑MVP honors. Right‑hander Curt Schilling follows, posting a 4‑0 record and 1.12 ERA in that postseason. Catcher Miguel Montero’s 2012 .286 average, 15 homers and a career‑best 48% caught‑stealing rate made him a dual threat. Luis González’s game‑winning single in Game 7 of the 2001 Series remains a haunting memory for Yankees fans. Finally, speedster Corbin Carroll led the NL in triples from 2023‑2026, turning routine hits into monster triples. These fearsome performances define the D‑Backs’ legacy of terror on the diamond.
The Arizona Diamondbacks face a $20 million payroll ceiling for 2027 after shedding record‑breaking salaries over the past three seasons. With over 200 lost starting‑pitcher innings, 250 relief innings and 600 plate appearances heading to free agency, the team must find trade partners among 13 guaranteed or arbitration‑eligible players to gain flexibility. The article tiers prospects, from non‑tender candidate Pavin Smith (≈$2.8 M) to high‑cost pitchers like Corbin Burnes ($32.9 M) and Eduardo Rodríguez ($20 M), weighing their trade value against the need to replace lost pitching depth. It outlines which contracts could realistically be moved to free up cash for 2027 upgrades.
The AZ Snake Pit revisits the off‑season trade that never happened: the Arizona Diamondbacks swapping Ketel Marte for Boston Red Sox prospects Payton Tolle and Franklin Arias. The piece explores how the deal—blocked by Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen’s demand to include prospect Marcelo Mayer—could have reshaped Arizona’s roster, prompting a likely signing of 3B Alex Bregman on a five‑year, $175 million contract and eliminating the later acquisitions of Zac Gallen and Nolan Arenado. By assuming the players kept their 2026 production levels, the author speculates on the ripple effects for both clubs and offers a “what‑if” scenario for fans.
The Milwaukee Brewers clinch a tight Game 1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 World Series at American Family Field, with Jacob Misiorowski delivering ace‑like pitching and William Contreras earning Player of the Game honors. The recap highlights the Brewers’ early advantage, notes former Diamondback Jake Woodford’s rare dual‑team experience, and touches on related news—including a Diamondbacks season review, the passing of ex‑Brewer/Twins star Todd Benzinger, and the Guardians’ postseason woes—offering a snapshot of the baseball landscape surrounding the series.
The roundup dives into Arizona’s 2026 Diamondbacks, linking to five in‑depth pieces that recap the team’s defining moments, spotlight a forgotten World Series‑winning pitcher, reassess Corbin Carroll’s down year, announce the BBWAA awards and examine the oddities of their season. It also covers broader baseball news: the Uecker family’s pride in the Brewers, Kurt Suzuki’s exit as Angels manager, the Rays‑Brewers World Series schedule, bullpen contrasts, and quirky stats like the Rays’ historic 51‑2 out‑homering record. A blend of team analysis and World Series highlights makes it essential for any 2026 MLB fan.
MLB Network Presents will premiere "Destined: The 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks" on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 5 p.m. AZ time, marking the 50th film in its series. The 90‑minute documentary celebrates the Diamondbacks' rapid rise from expansion club to 2001 World Series champions, featuring interviews with co‑MVPs Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling, manager Bob Brenly, GM Joe Garagiola Jr., and stars Luis Gonzalez, Steve Finley, Matt Williams and others. It revisits key moments—including the Game 7 comeback against the Yankees and Gonzalez’s winning hit—alongside new anniversary footage and archival material, offering an inside look at the franchise’s historic season.