Outfielder/platoon player Randal Grichuk is one free agent this offseason who would be a solid acquisition to provide help off the bench. The former Toronto Blue Jay became a free agent on October 31st when he declined his $6 million mutual option with the Arizona Diamondbacks, triggering a $1.75 million buyout. Grichuk sported a .291 batting average with 12 home runs, 74 hits, … [Read more...] about Free Agent Veteran Outfielder is a Valuable Platoon Piece
Six Teams Aggressively Pursuing Diamondbacks First Baseman
Arizona Diamondbacks star Christian Walker is among the top free agents available this winter and insiders say at least six teams plan to aggressively pursue him. Coming out of general manager meetings last week, Walker emerged as one of the top free agent hitters not named Pete Alonso or Juan Soto. The three-time reigning Gold Glove winner has long been one of the best … [Read more...] about Six Teams Aggressively Pursuing Diamondbacks First Baseman
Diamondbacks Revamp Pitching Department with Seasoned Expert
The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that they have hired Brian Kaplan to be their new pitching coach. Kaplan will replace Brent Strom, who was dismissed after serving in that role for the previous three seasons. Kaplan has been with the Philadelphia Phillies since 2019. He spent his first three years as an integrative baseball performance consultant. For the three most recent … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Revamp Pitching Department with Seasoned Expert
DBacks Righty’s Stuff Took Solid Step Forward in 2024
Ryne Nelson of the Arizona Diamondbacks stepped forward and produced a solid season in 2024. After struggling in his first full season as a starter in 2023, Nelson proved to be one of the more valuable starting pitchers in baseball in the second half of the season, posting a 3.23 ERA. Nelson has always graded out favorably by Stuff+, but the results lagged behind. In a season … [Read more...] about DBacks Righty’s Stuff Took Solid Step Forward in 2024
Diamondbacks Pick Up Slugger’s Option for 2025
Diamondbacks infielder Eugenio Suárez will have his option picked up for 2025 worth $15 million. The 2018 All-Star will not test free agency for the upcoming regular season retaining his contract. The 33-year-old had a strong second half and could be in line for a contract extension with the Diamondbacks. The offseason has just commenced and already several players have made … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Pick Up Slugger’s Option for 2025