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PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks may have a reunion opportunity worth exploring. Eugenio Suárez was recently waived by the Cincinnati Reds, opening the door for contenders to consider adding a veteran power hitter for the stretch run. For Arizona, bringing Suárez back to Chase Field would make considerably more sense than it might appear at […]
In the end, these incidents probably won’t matter much to the Cubs’ postseason chances. But I think they’re both worth discussing, especially on an off day as we await the Cubs’ return to Wrigley Field for an important seven-game homestand. The two things I’m talking about are: Let’s begin with Monday’s events. Here’s Diamondbacks starter […]
The Chicago Cubs were looking to take the series over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. They ended up falling in the game, 2-0. Still, the drama of the game happened in the sixth inning, as Pete Crow-Armstrong sat on third base in the sixth inning. After a catcher’s balk was not called, Crow-Armstrong was irate […] The post Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong’s fiery rant calling out umps shows he doesn’t care at all they admitted to mistake appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Morning, all! Former Ranger manager Jeff Banister was involved in a shouting match between Arizona Diamondbacks’ coaches and the Chicago Cubs on Monday after Arizona accused the Cubs of stealing signs. Apparently the secret to Justin Foscue’s success, like the secret of flying in Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, is to not think about it […]
Tomato, tomahto. You say pitchers’ duel. I say boring. You might counter point that I’d have viewed the whole thing differently if my team had the two runs. Or if it had held on to the four-run lead Tuesday. Or the lead on Saturday. In the end, it’s just a series of disappointments and questions […]
Team News Lawlar’s homer, Rodriguez’s gem (with lucky break) lead D-backs to win“Everything was working,” Rodriguez said. “It was one of those days where you just go out there and follow your catcher, throw what the catcher is calling. This is the best I’ve felt all year on the mound.” https://www.mlb.com/dbacks/news/jordan-lawlar-home-run-lifts-d-backs-to-win-over-cubs Off the mat, D-backs […]
The already chippy series between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks added another layer on Wednesday night, only this time it was the umpires on the receiving end of Pete Crow-Armstrong's ire.
I have a confession to make. This whole season, I have been waiting for the other proverbial shoe to drop for Eduardo Rodriguez. I had a difficult time believing the same pitcher who had posted consecutive seasons with ERAs north of five could somehow transform himself into a legitimate Cy Young candidate. There were some […]
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs had plenty of heated moments during their series this week, but one of the major ones came during Wednesday’s series finale. During the top of the sixth inning, with the game tied 0-0, Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a double against D-Backs pitcher Eduardo Rodríguez to get […]
The Dodgers saw another Atlanta Braves comeback against Tanner Scott on Wednesday, this time walking them off in the bottom of the ninth in a 6-5 final score. Roki Sasaki was one strike away from completing a perfect bottom of the first inning, but Matt Olson attacked a low slider and struck the foul pole […]
The Diamondbacks placed Zack Littell on release waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Assuming he goes unclaimed, he’ll be a free agent. Arizona designated Littell for assignment on Sunday, ending his tenure with the club after three appearances. They’d signed the veteran righty as a long reliever after his release by Washington. Littell made […]
The Cubs squandered another excellent starting pitching against the Diamondbacks Wednesday afternoon in the deciding game of the series. The road team did not dent the scoreboard and were shutout to finish off a very frustrating 2-4 trip. Matthew Boyd and Eduardo Rodriguez came out of the gate very strong, with neither team scoring a … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/26/26): D-Backs 2, Cubs 0 – Missed Balk Call Proves Costly in Shutout appeared first on .
PHOENIX — When baseball fans think of an MVP, they typically think of a player who excels on both sides of the ball — a power hitter who also provides elite defense. Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez might be forcing that conversation to include pitchers this season. *Get the BEST Phoenix sports insider information, and […]
The Cubs outscored the Diamondbacks 11-7 in this three-game series. Unfortunately, they don’t grant series wins that way. Arizona simply spread their runs out better than the Cubs did. and in Wednesday’s game, Eduardo Rodriguez, Brandyn Garcia and Juan Morillo held the Cubs scoreless on just two hits, and the Cubs dropped the series finale […]
The Chicago Cubs are in their series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and emotions got tense during the matchup. It was Pete Crow-Armstrong who had to be held back after a catcher’s balk wasn’t called, according to MLB insider Bob Nightengale. “Pete Crow-Armstrong livid that a catcher’s balk was not called and has to be […] The post Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong restrained by coach after catcher’s balk makes him berserk appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Here are Eric’s notes on Justin Steele, Ben Brown, Corbin Burnes, Zac Gallen and Zac Gallen's elbow skin.
Go get ‘em, Matthew.
Ketel Marte remains one of the Arizona Diamondbacks' most indispensable stars, but his recent off-field antics have reportedly created friction inside the clubhouse. As the Arizona Diamondbacks scratch and claw for an National League Wild Card berth, trouble is brewing inside the clubhouse. According to a report from USA Today ’s Bob Nightengale, All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte is embroiled in a tense situation with his teammates after a sudden, unexcused pregame departure. Nighteng...
The Arizona Diamondbacks and their complete 26-man roster flew into the Boston Logan International Airport late last Sunday night. The team was prepping for a vital three-game series against the Boston Red Sox. Arizona sat one game out of the NL Wild Card, needing to beat a good Red Sox team to remain a candidate […] The post How Did Ketel Marte Betray the Arizona Diamondbacks? appeared first on The Lead .
PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks’ Ryan Waldschmidt might only have three home runs in his young MLB career so far, but his latest has put him in a club of his own. The Arizona rookie made history Tuesday night, launching a two-run walk-off home run with two outs in the ninth inning to complete a stunning […]
Wednesday notes… Cubs lineup: The D-backs lineup was not available at posting time. Please check BCB social media for the D-backs lineup. Matthew Boyd, LHP vs. Eduardo Rodriguez, LHP Matthew Boyd was going along really well … until August began. This month: four starts, 6.12 ERA, 1.360 WHIP, eight (!) home runs in 25 innings. […]
Diamondbacks 2, Cubs 0: Matthew Boyd shines, but the offense vanishes Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Wednesday 8/26, 2:40 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks preview, Wednesday 8/26, 2:40 CT
PHOENIX – One of the biggest questions surrounding the Diamondbacks isn’t whether Ryan Waldschmidt can make an impact; it’s why Arizona isn’t giving him more chances to prove it. Schmidt Happens pic.twitter.com/oGl1ttEOEV — Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) August 26, 2026 Will Ryan Waldschmidt get more opportunities for the D-backs? Ryan Waldschmidt’s walk-off home run against the Chicago […]
Diamondbacks News Ryan Waldschmidt Walks Off Cubs in Stunning, Injury Scare Filled Comeback The Chicago Cubs managed to hang four runs on Brandon Pfaadt, who had yet another strong outing, despite not getting the quality start. The Diamondbacks had injury scares in the outfield with Vargas and Carroll colliding before Jordan Lawlar (is he the […]
It's time for the Arizona Diamondbacks to put their foot down with Ketel Marte. Torey Lovullo did anything but that, welcoming him back with open arms.