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Michael Soroka - Makes spring debut Soroka allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out three over two innings in Tuesday's spring start against the Rangers.

Impact Soroka made his spring debut, throwing 33 pitches (24 strikes). He had a little trouble in the first inning but settled in for a perfect second frame. With six MLB-experienced starters in camp, there was talk of Soroka moving to the bullpen, but a recent injury to Merrill Kelly (back) cut into the Diamondbacks' surplus in the rotation.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks Release Young Reliever This pitcher's tenure with Arizona's organization is over, for now.

FEBRUARY 25 • SI.COM

What Michael Soroka's Spring Start Told us About D-backs' Rotation Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka is in the midst of a roster battle. Soroka signed a one-year deal with the intent to start...

FEBRUARY 25 • SI.COM

Soroka fans 3 in D-backs debut with World Baseball Classic approaching SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Right-hander Michael Soroka made his Diamondbacks debut Tuesday afternoon against the Rangers and will have one more star...

FEBRUARY 24 • MLB.COM

The missing left-handed weapon the Diamondbacks need to pair with Brandyn Garcia | Sporting News Strengthening the bullpen wouldn't hurt the D-backs.

FEBRUARY 24 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Merrill Kelly - Undergoes additional tests on back Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Tuesday that Kelly has undergone additional testing on his injured back, including a CT scan, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

Impact Kelly -- who is battling mid-back tightness -- has also had an MRI. Lovullo said Monday that Kelly was feeling good, so the additional tests could be a precautionary measure. The Diamondbacks hope to know more about the veteran right-hander's condition by Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Intriguing D-backs Pitcher Begins Case for Starting Role vs Rangers An intriguing roster battle begins.

FEBRUARY 24 • SI.COM

Mariners Rumors: Reason for stalled Ketel Marte trade talks with D-backs revealed The Mariners reportedly didn't want to trade Cole Young for Ketel Marte when he was on the market in December.

FEBRUARY 24 • SODOMOJO.COM

Mariners' red line in Ketel Marte trade talks puts new spin on risky experiment The Mariners did talk to the Diamondbacks about Ketel Marte, but they didn't want to include Cole Young in a trade.

FEBRUARY 24 • SODOMOJO.COM

MLB Gameday: D-backs 5, Guardians 9 Final Score (02/23/2026) Follow MLB results with FREE box scores, pitch-by-pitch strikezone info, and Statcast data for D-backs vs. Guardians at Goodyear Ballpark

FEBRUARY 23 • MLB.COM

2 Key D-backs Hitters Deliver Statement Blasts in Loss to Guardians A very encouraging sign from two of Arizona's key young hitters.

FEBRUARY 23 • SI.COM

Merrill Kelly - Awaiting MRI results Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Monday that the team is still waiting for MRI results on Kelly's back, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Kelly had to be scratched from a scheduled live batting practice session over the weekend due to mid-back tightness. Lovullo noted Monday that Kelly feels good, but there will be more known about his condition after the test results come back. Consider the veteran right-hander day-to-day for the time being.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Burgos - Slated for spring debut Burgos (forearm) is scheduled to make a relief appearance in Monday's Cactus League game against the Guardians, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Impact Burgos is healthy again and preparing to compete for a spot in the Diamondbacks' Opening Day bullpen after he closed the past season on the injured list due to a right forearm contusion. The 25-year-old reached the big leagues for the first time in 2025, making 13 appearances between stops with Seattle and Arizona and producing a 6.08 ERA and 1.88 WHIP over 13.1 innings.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Kohl Drake - Makes spring debut Drake (shoulder) struck out two and allowed an earned run on no hits and two walks over two innings in Sunday's 10-9 loss to the Angels in Cactus League play.

Impact Drake missed the final month of the 2025 campaign due to a left shoulder strain, but he appears to have had a normal offseason and was cleared to start the Diamondbacks' third game of the Cactus League slate. Arizona protected Drake from the Rule 5 Draft over the winter and added him to the 40-man roster, potentially setting the stage for him to make his MLB debut at some point later this season. He's expected to open the season in the rotation at Triple-A Reno.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Jorge Barrosa - Homers in spring loss Barrosa started in left field and went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in Sunday's spring game against the Angels.

Impact Barrosa is part of the mix to get plate appearances with both Lourdes Gurriel (knee) and Corbin Carroll (hand) unavailable. The timelines of the two injured outfielders vary, with Carroll expected back around Opening Day and Gurriel ahead of an originally estimated June return. Barrosa is joined by Jordan Lawlar, Tim Tawa and prospect Ryan Waldschmidt in the competition for playing time.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Waldschmidt - Draws start in CF Waldschmidt started in center field and went 1-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's spring game against the Angels.

Impact Waldschmidt made his second Cactus League appearance after starting in left field in Friday's spring opener. The team's top prospect is a long-shot candidate to earn a roster spot, and those chances grew dimmer with recent news that Lourdes Gurriel (knee) is ahead of schedule in his rehab and Corbin Carroll (hand) is expected back for or near Opening Day.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs confident in rotation depth as they await results of Kelly's MRI SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The Diamondbacks will have to wait until Monday to find out the results of the MRI taken of Merrill Kelly's back.

FEBRUARY 23 • MLB.COM

D-backs' Outfield Sparks Impressive Rally Despite Loss to Angels There were some fireworks at Salt River Fields on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 22 • SI.COM

Jordan Lawlar - Pops homer in spring debut Lawlar started in center field and went 1-for-2 with a walk and solo home run in Saturday's spring game against the Rockies.

Impact Lawlar won an eight-pitch battle, delivering a solo home run to left field in the second inning. He's set to see a lot of time in center field this spring, as Alek Thomas will cover left field for the injured Lourdes Gurriel (knee). Once all of Arizona's injured outfielders return, including right fielder Corbin Carroll (hand), Lawlar could earn playing time as the right-handed hitting complement to Thomas in center and in left field when Gurriel operates as the designated hitter.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Torey Lovullo Had This to Say After Jordan Lawlar's Impressive Homer On Saturday, former top Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Jordan Lawlar went deep in his first at-bat of Cactus League play. It was an impressiv...

FEBRUARY 22 • SI.COM

Doyle starts spring hot; Amador looks to turn heads SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Rockies center fielder Brenton Doyle started Spring Training 2026 with a continuation of his encouraging finish to 2025...

FEBRUARY 22 • MLB.COM

D-backs Pitcher Mitch Bratt Had Impressive Statement after First Start The Diamondbacks' lefty had a bit of a lopsided outing.

FEBRUARY 22 • SI.COM

Brenton Doyle's big day propels Rockies to first Cactus League victory Colorado's everyday center fielder Brenton Doyle had himself a day as Colorado notched their first Cactus League victory. Doyle singled to r...

FEBRUARY 22 • ROXPILE.COM

D-backs' Merrill Kelly Gives Update on Potential Back Injury The Diamondbacks' starter spoke about his health.

FEBRUARY 21 • SI.COM

Kelly slowed by back injury at D-backs camp SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- It may not be anything serious, but you can forgive the Diamondbacks if they're a bit nervous these days whenever one o...

FEBRUARY 21 • MLB.COM

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