Triple-A Reno will reinstate Jordan Lawlar from its 60-day injured list ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Sacramento, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports. Lawlar has been out all season following a torn ligament in his right thumb that required surgery. The shortstop looks good to go again after he wrapped up a seven-game rehab assignment in the rookie-level … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Top Prospect Will Join Triple-A Team This Week
Former No. 1 Draft Choice a Pleasant Surprise for Diamondbacks, Defying Analytics
When the Arizona Diamondbacks signed Kevin Newman in January, they couldn’t have foreseen how valuable the underrated shortstop would become. That January deal was a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. Competing against other middle infielders in spring training, Newman didn’t seem to have a path to the majors with the defending National League … [Read more...] about Former No. 1 Draft Choice a Pleasant Surprise for Diamondbacks, Defying Analytics
Veteran Second Baseman Released by the Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks have released two-time Gold Glove winner Kolten Wong. The veteran infielder was playing with the Triple-A affiliate in Reno after signing a minor league contract. Wong, 33, came into the 2024 season hoping to diminish his brutal 2023 campaign that saw him hit .183/.256/.263 in 250 plate appearances between the Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers. … [Read more...] about Veteran Second Baseman Released by the Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks Get Their Closer Back, Ready to Reclaim Role
The Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated Paul Sewald from the 15-day injured list Tuesday. Sewald, 33, has been sidelined by an oblique strain but is set to rejoin the club after three rehab appearances. Now healthy again, Sewald should reclaim the closer role from Kevin Ginkel, who put up five saves with a 2.57 ERA in 14 appearances. In a corresponding move, right-hander Scott … [Read more...] about The Diamondbacks Get Their Closer Back, Ready to Reclaim Role
Diamondbacks Select Reliever Looking for a Bounceback Season
The Arizona Diamondbacks made some roster moves as their series with the Los Angeles Dodgers rolls on. On Tuesday, the DBacks optioned left-handed starter Tommy Henry on Tuesday after his tough start against the Dodgers on Monday. Brandon Hughes had his contract selected by the DBacks, with Kyle Nelson being transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room on the 40-man … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Select Reliever Looking for a Bounceback Season