The Arizona Diamondbacks are adding a catcher in Carson Kelly. The former Dodger was activated prior to Saturday’s game against the Phillies but did not play. He did play on Sunday, drawing two walks and going 3-for-5. The right-handed Kelly has six hits through 61 at-bats this season, and his return to the starting lineup …
A top prospect in the D-backs organization, Geraldo Perdomo made his MLB debut last April when he was called up after Carlos Ahmed was injured. Perdomo struggled to get on base, only managing to get on base once in 11 plate appearances. His average was.300 and he took more walks than strikeouts, but his defense …
Humberto Castellanos has been in a revolving door with the Arizona Diamondbacks this season. In his previous two starts, he gave up 11 runs on 17 hits and walked three batters. It is not yet clear whether his injury is a minor one or a major one and how long he will be sidelined. However, …
The Arizona Diamondbacks have traded for infielder Jordan Luplow. He will begin the season with the team, but the Diamondbacks expect him to make an impact right away. His bat can hit the ball hard, and he has a great ability to put the ball in play. His versatility and speed should give him a …
With a healthy body and excellent control of his pitches, McCarthy has the potential to be a very productive major league pitcher. His recent success in Triple-A has been a major plus. He has improved his power and shown a knack for extra-base hits. He has a good approach at the plate, but he needs …
In December 2009, the Diamondbacks traded for right-hander Ian Kennedy. He won his first three starts and was the National League’s wins leader. The next season, Kennedy was traded to the Padres during the trade deadline. He had two strong seasons in San Diego, but he suffered a hamstring injury that slowed his progress. After …
When drafted seventh overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2017 MLB Draft, Pavin Smith swung for the fences and hit.336 in his first pro season. After reshaping his body to add quickness and speed, Smith has developed into an everyday first baseman and platoon option in right field. The Diamondbacks’ amateur staff scouted Smith …
Shortstop Nick Ahmed has not yet been seen in a game this season, despite being cleared to play in extended spring training. Earlier this year, Ahmed had to sit out two weeks after suffering an inflammation in his right shoulder. Since then, he has been dealing with soreness and pain in the shoulder, which he …
The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed Merrill Kelly to a minor league contract. This is his second year with the team. As of July 1, Merrill Kelly is 3-3 with a 3.67 ERA. The hurler is expected to be dealt before the deadline. Last season, Kelly posted a 4.44 ERA in 27 innings. His expected slugging …
The Arizona D-backs have added a solid starting pitcher in Zach Davies to their rotation. He has a 155-start MLB career and was one of the more experienced options on the free agent market. With a 5.78 ERA and a 5.3 K/BB ratio last season with the Cubs, Davies could be a solid option in …
