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
Diamondbacks Two-Time World Series Champ Opts For Free Agency
According to Jeff Passan, Joc Pederson has declined a mutual option. He is now available on the free agent market. The free agent frenzy continues this offseason, and Pederson joined in. He will be a pretty penny that teams should keep an eye on this offseason. This season for the Diamondbacks, Pederson sported a .275 batting average, 23 home runs, and a .908 OPS with 101 hits. … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Two-Time World Series Champ Opts For Free Agency
What First Base Is Worth To The Diamondbacks Next Season
After a razor-thin miss of the postseason, the Arizona Diamondbacks are looking to start strong next season. How much is first base worth in 2025? What First Base Is Worth To The Diamondbacks Next Season 2024 was a rollercoaster of a season that saw the Diamondbacks start as one of the least likely teams to repeat a postseason run, move to become the hottest team in baseball, … [Read more...] about What First Base Is Worth To The Diamondbacks Next Season