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OCTOBER 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

D-Backs' decision to pull Pfaadt triggers reliever's Rays 'scars.' But this time, the 'pen prevailed Torey Lovullo removed the rookie after 5 2/3 scoreless innings and nine strikeouts in Game 3. For Ryan Thompson, it all felt too familiar.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

From boos to cheers: Why Lovullo's hook of Pfaadt made sense I can’t be the only one whose dad chimed in with a text when D-backs manager Torey Lovullo yanked his Game 3 starter, Brandon Pfaadt, with t...

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • MLB.COM

Even Torey Lovullo second-guessed taking out Brandon Pfaadt, but it paid off with an NLCS win for the Diamondbacks - The Boston Globe “Am I an idiot if I take him out of the game with nine strikeouts at 5⅔ [innings]? Those are the things that I’m asking,” Lovullo said.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Fans nine in no-decision Pfaadt did not factor into the decision in Thursday's 2-1 victory over the Phillies in Game 3 of the NLCS, allowing two hits across 5.2 innings. He struck out nine.

Impact Pfaadt put together his best start of the postseason by far, but the team's offense could not get anything going, leaving him waiting on his first win of the playoffs. The rookie right-hander's success came on the back of his fastball and sweeper, which both were racking up whiffs, allowing him to finish with 17 total swing-and-misses across 70 pitches. So far in the postseason, Pfaadt has pitched to a 2.21 ERA and 0.98 WHIP with 15 strikeouts across 12.2 innings.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Pfaadt, D-backs attempt to slow Phillies in Game 3 of NLCS Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt (32) throws to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning during Game 3 of the NLDS at...

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Derek Jeter and the 'MLB on FOX' crew discuss Phillies' commanding lead vs. Diamondbacks in NLCS

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Diamondbacks rookie Brandon Pfaadt latest to try and slow the rampaging Phillies offense - The Boston Globe Philadelphia has 19 home runs in just eight postseason games, including three in each of their first two victories to open the NL Championsh...

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

D-backs rookie Brandon Pfaadt will try to slow the homer-happy Phillies in Game 3

The Diamondbacks will turn to rookie right-hander Brandon Pfaadt in Game 3 of the NL Championship Series to try and slow the homer-happy Phillies offense

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • Associated Press

Likely to start NLCS Game 3 Pfaadt is lined up to start Game 3 of the NLCS on Thursday against the Phillies, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Zac Gallen has been confirmed for Game 1 on Monday in Philadelphia and Merrill Kelly will follow him in Game 2 on Tuesday, then the Diamondbacks will likely turn to Pfaadt for Game 3 as the best-of-seven series shifts to Chase Field in Arizona. The 24-year-old rookie right-hander struggled in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Milwaukee before bouncing back to deliver 4.1 scoreless innings in Game 3 of the NLDS versus the Dodgers.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed for Game 3 Pfaadt will start Game 3 of the NLDS against the Dodgers on Wednesday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Impact The D-Backs hinted earlier in the day that Pfaadt was in line to start Game 3, and the club made it official following Monday night's victory. The right-hander will work for a better outcome Wednesday after surrendering three runs on seven hits and a walk in 2.2 frames against Milwaukee in the NL Wild Card Series.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to start Game 3 Pfaadt is expected to start Game 3 of the NLDS versus the Dodgers on Wednesday,J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Impact Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo didn't want to make it official prior to Game 2 on Monday, perhaps in case Pfaadt is needed in an emergency in relief. The rookie right-hander struggled in his start against the Brewers during the NL Wild Card Series, yielding three runs on seven hits and a walk over 2.2 innings.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Game 1 Pfaadt will start Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Brewers on Sunday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Pfaadt was inconsistent over the final month of the regular season but was effective in his final regular-season start, striking out eight in 5.2 scoreless innings to earn the win over the White Sox. He'll face a tougher test against the Brewers but will have a chance to prove himself in the postseason as the Diamondbacks attempt to gain an early advantage in the series.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks move closer to wild card, beat White Sox 3-0 behind Pfaadt and Carroll

Rookie Brandon Pfaadt pitched shutout ball for the second time in three starts, and the Arizona Diamondbacks moved closer to an NL wild card berth by beating the Chicago White Sox...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • Associated Press

Hit hard in loss to Yankees Pfaadt (2-9) took the loss Friday, coughing up six runs (five earned) on eight hits over 4.1 innings. He struck out eight without walking a batter.

Impact The rookie right-hander tied his career high in strikeouts, firing 58 of 81 pitches for strikes, but once again Pfaadt got lit up -- six of the eight hits off him went for extra bases, including two of Aaron Judge's three homers on the night. Pfaadt has served up 22 home runs through his first 90.1 big-league innings, leading to a 6.08 ERA, and until the 24-year-old learns to keep the ball in the park consistently, he'll be a risky fantasy option despite his strikeout upside. He figures to take the mound one more time before the regular season ends, on the road next week against the White Sox.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • MLB.COM

Sharp in win over Cubs Pfaadt (2-8) allowed four hits and a walk while striking out six over 5.1 scoreless innings to earn the win Friday over the Cubs.

Impact Pfaadt was tagged for four runs, including three home runs, in a road start versus the Cubs on Sunday, but he responded well in the rematch at home. This was his second scoreless outing of the season, both of which have come in his last six appearances, though he's also given up 15 runs (14 earned) over 31.1 innings in that span. The rookie right-hander is at a 5.86 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 78:26 K:BB through 86 innings over 17 appearances (16 starts) this season. He's projected for a road outing against the Yankees next week.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coughs up four runs Pfaadt allowed four runs on seven hits and a walk over six innings in Sunday's loss to the Cubs. He struck out four and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Pfaadt entered the game in the third inning after Joe Mantiply and Scott McGough took care of the first two frames. The Cubs immediately greeted Pfaadt with three solo homers in his first inning of work. He settled in and allowed just one more run over the next five frames. He's given up 12 earned runs over his last 13.2 innings (7.90 ERA), bumping his season ERA to 6.25. Pfaadt is currently lined up to face the Cubs at home.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could follow opener Sunday Pfaadt is no longer starting Sunday's game against the Cubs but could pitch behind opener Joe Mantiply, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Diamondbacks haven't announced their pitching plans beyond Mantiply opening the contest, but Pfaadt is the likely candidate to handle the bulk innings after originally being penciled in to start. The 24-year-old has covered just 7.2 frames and allowed eight earned runs in his past two contests, and working behind an opener could improve his chances of getting into the win column since he won't have to complete five full innings.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Short start versus Rockies Pfaadt (1-8) allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over 3.2 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Rockies.

Impact Pfaadt had pitched well at times in August, but he's now given up nine runs (eight earned) over 7.2 innings across his last two starts. The rookie right-hander threw just 70 pitches (45 strikes) in Tuesday's poor outing. He's at a 6.27 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 68:24 K:BB through 74.2 innings through 15 starts on the year. Pfaadt is lined up for a road start versus the Cubs over the weekend.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Stumbles versus Dodgers Pfaadt (1-7) allowed six runs (five earned) on eight hits and two walks while striking out four over four innings, taking the loss Wednesday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Pfaadt had gotten his season on track in August, but the month ended on a sour note. He gave up two-run home runs to Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward in the third inning, and Max Muncy added a two-run double in the fourth. Pfaadt gave up 16 runs (15 earned) over 33.2 innings across his six starts in August. The rookie is now at a 6.21 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 64:22 K:BB through 71 innings over 14 starts this year. He's tentatively lined up for a home start versus the Rockies next week.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 30, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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Brandon Pfaadt earns first career win as Diamondbacks top Reds Brandon Pfaadt recorded his first career victory, Jace Peterson tripled twice and drove in three runs, and the Arizona Diamondbacks extended...

AUGUST 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Earns first career win Pfaadt (1-6) allowed two runs on three hits and a walk while striking out five over 5.1 innings to earn the win over the Reds on Friday.

Impact Pfaadt gave up one of Nick Martini's two home runs in the game, but it was an otherwise strong outing again for the rookie right-hander. Over five starts in August, Pfaadt has yielded 10 runs across 29.2 innings with a 30:9 K:BB. He's now at a 5.91 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 60:20 K:BB through 67 innings across 13 starts, though he's certainly trending in the right direction. He's projected to make his next appearance on the road against the Dodgers.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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