Blaze Alexander is starting at third base for the Diamondbacks tonight against Angels righty José Soriano, pushing Eugenio Suárez to the bench. It’s only Alexander’s third start at the hot corner, but that’ll be a more frequent occurrence. Manager Torey Lovullo told the Arizona beat that Alexander was going to pick up increased playing time at third base (link via Nick Piecoro … [Read more...] about Blaze Alexander Getting More Reps At Third Base For D-Backs
Diamondbacks Designate Logan Allen For Assignment
The Diamondbacks announced this morning that they’ve designated left-hander Logan Allen for assignment. Lefty Tommy Henry was recalled to the majors in a corresponding move to replace Allen on the club’s active roster. Allen, 27, is not to be confused with the 25-year-old Guardians left-hander of the same name despite the fact that he too was once a fairly well-regarded … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Designate Logan Allen For Assignment
Jordan Montgomery Reaches 10 Starts, Unlocks 2025 Player Option
Jordan Montgomery took the ball for the Diamondbacks tonight in their series opener against the Angels. It’s the tenth start of the season for the left-hander, an expected but notable threshold. It officially unlocks a 2025 player option in his contract with a base value of $20MM. Montgomery had a disappointing first trip through free agency last winter. While he reportedly set … [Read more...] about Jordan Montgomery Reaches 10 Starts, Unlocks 2025 Player Option
D-backs Could Look To Move Eugenio Suarez
The Diamondbacks could be in the market to move on from one of their top offseason acquisitions, as USA Today’s Bob Nightengale wrote in his Sunday Notes column that the Snakes are “willing to listen to offers” on third baseman Eugenio Suarez. That’s perhaps some charitable terminology, as Nightengale himself goes on to note that the 33-year-old Suarez has struggled to the … [Read more...] about D-backs Could Look To Move Eugenio Suarez
Phillies Showing Trade Interest In Jake McCarthy
As the Phillies look to put some final touches on a talented roster, Philadelphia is “keeping an eye on” Jake McCarthy as possible outfield help, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes. Such a trade would naturally depend on whether or not the Diamondbacks are still in the playoff race by the deadline, and even if not, Arizona would still be hesitant about moving an outfielder who … [Read more...] about Phillies Showing Trade Interest In Jake McCarthy