Juan Morillo - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Diamondbacks waste 9 innings of 1-hit ball by Brandon Pfaadt, lose 5-1 in 11 innings to Giants

Christian Koss hit a two-run double in a five-run 11th inning, and the San Francisco Giants spoiled a nine-inning, one-hit start by Arizona’s Brandon Pfaadt, beating the Diamondbac...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Rejoins big-league bullpen The Diamondbacks recalled Morillo from Triple-A Reno on Monday.

Impact Morillo has offered a mixed bag during his several stints in the majors, posting a 4.55 ERA and 32:20 K:BB over 31.2 innings. Even with his control and command issues, the hard-throwing Morillo has sometimes found himself in high-leverage situations as part of an unsettled Arizona bullpen.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Reno The Diamondbacks optioned Morillo to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday.

Impact Morillo gave up a run on one hit and two walks without recording an out in Tuesday's loss to the Brewers. His latest appearance elevated his ERA to 4.55 to go with his 1.77 WHIP through 31.2 innings with the D-backs, and he'll now aim to get back on track in the minors. Taylor Rashi was promoted from Reno to take Morillo's place in Arizona's bullpen.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Collins' sacrifice fly lifts Brewers past Diamondbacks 9-8 after blowing 6-run lead

Isaac Collins hit a bases-loaded sacrifice fly in the ninth inning to bring home the winning run, and the Milwaukee Brewers recovered after blowing a six-run lead to beat the Arizo...

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

First career save Morillo picked up the save Tuesday against the Rangers, throwing a perfect ninth inning with no strikeouts.

Impact The Diamondbacks are still searching for a closer to replace Kevin Ginkel (shoulder), who was shut down for the season in early August. Morillo, a 26-year-old rookie who's bounced between the big leagues and Triple-A during 2025, appears to be in the running for the position. While he has a 4.76 ERA and a 28:16 K:BB in 28.1 innings with Arizona this season, Tuesday's performance could have earned him some trust with manager Torey Lovullo. Morillo posted a 3.00 ERA in 15.0 innings with Triple-A Reno this year.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First career save Morillo picked up the save Tuesday against the Rangers, throwing a perfect ninth inning with no strikeouts.

Impact The Diamondbacks are still searching for a closer to replace Kevin Ginkel (shoulder), who was shut down for the season in early August. Morillo, a 26-year-old rookie who's bounced between the big leagues and Triple-A during 2025, appears to be in the running for the position. While he has a 4.76 ERA and 28:16 K:BB in 28.1 innings with Arizona this season, Tuesday's performance could have earned him some trust with manager Torey Lovullo. Morillo posted a 3.00 ERA in 15 innings with Triple-A Reno this year.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks DFA veteran reliever Kendall Graveman The Arizona Diamondbacks designated 10-year major league veteran reliever Kendall Graveman for assignment on Monday and recalled pitcher Jua...

AUGUST 12, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Veteran reliever Kendall Graveman designated for assignment by Diamondbacks

Veteran reliever Kendall Graveman has been designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks

AUGUST 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Recalled from Triple-A The Diamondbacks recalled Morillo from Triple-A Reno on Monday.

Impact Morillo has made 31 appearances out of the Diamondbacks' bullpen this season, posting a 4.94 ERA and 28:16 K:BB over 27.1 innings. The 26-year-old could work his way into high-leverage appearances as part of an unsettled bullpen, although it's unlikely to happen right away.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returned to Triple-A Morillo was optioned to Triple-A Reno following Sunday's game against the Angels.

Impact Morillo got roughed up in Saturday's appearance, surrendering four runs on five hits while striking out one over one inning of work, which seems to have led to his demotion. Arizona has yet to make a corresponding move.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lets close game get away Morillo allowed four runs on five hits while striking out one over one inning in Saturday's 10-5 loss to the Angels.

Impact Morillo, who entered the game to begin the eighth inning with a 0.82 ERA over his previous 14 outings, let a one-run deficit balloon to five by the time he was done. In the wake of several bullpen injuries, the rookie's name was recently floated for high-leverage situations, but he was not up to challenge Saturday. Although walks didn't play a role in Saturday's performance, control has been a challenge for Morillo, who owns a 5.3 BB/9.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lets close game get away Morillo allowed four runs on five hits while striking out one over one inning in Saturday's 10-5 loss to the Angels.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs Spiral Continues as Comeback Attempt Falls Short vs Angels Zac Gallen and Juan Morillo had rough outings and the offense couldn't keep up in a 10-5 loss

JULY 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Mike Trout homers, drives in 4 runs in Angels' 10-5 victory over the Diamondbacks

Mike Trout homered and had a two-run single to close in on two milestones, Yusei Kikuchi overcame Eugenio Suárez’s two home runs and the Los Angeles Angels beat Arizona 10-5 on Sat...

JULY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado hit leadoff homers in Padres' 4-3 win over Diamondbacks

Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado hit leadoff homers and the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 on Thursday night to split a four-game series

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

In late-game mix Morillo is expected to pitch in high leverage situations following Shelby Miller (forearm) landing on the 15-day injured list, Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports reports.

Impact Miller had taken over the closer role following season-ending injuries to A.J. Puk (elbow) and Justin Martinez (elbow). Miller's injury leaves manager Torey Lovullo scrambling to fill out the late-game crew. Kevin Ginkel saved Monday's game after Morillo finished out the eighth inning. Morillo, fellow rookie Kyle Backhus and Jalen Beeks are expected to be part of the mix. The 26-year-old Morillo is 29 games into his MLB career and has a 3.91 ERA and 1.58 WHIP with 26 strikeouts and 15 walks over 25.1 innings.

JULY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in big leagues Morillo was recalled from Triple-A Reno prior to Monday's game against the Padres.

Impact Morillo is taking the roster spot of Shelby Miller, who was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right forearm strain. Morillo has found success at the big-league level in 2025 and had posted a solid 0.96 ERA with nine strikeouts in his previous 12 appearances (9.1 innings) prior to being demoted to Triple-A on Wednesday.

JULY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks sign right-hander Jake Woodford to bolster injury-riddled bullpen

The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed pitcher Jake Woodford to bolster their injury-hit bullpen

JULY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Optioned to Triple-A The Diamondbacks optioned Morillo to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday.

Impact The 26-year-old's move to the minors will clear a spot on the active roster for Jake Woodford, who signed with the D-backs on Wednesday. Morillo has posted a 4.01 ERA and 1.54 WHIP across 24.2 innings in the majors this year, and he could return to Arizona later in the season if/when the Diamondbacks need a fresh bullpen arm.

JULY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be optioned The Diamondbacks are expected to option Morillo to Triple-A Reno, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Morillo has made 28 relief appearances for the Diamondbacks this season, posting a 4.01 ERA and 25:13 K:BB across 24.2 frames. He'll be replaced on the roster by Jake Woodford, who will offer the Arizona bullpen more length.

JULY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ramirez singles in go-ahead run in 10th, Marlins rally to beat Diamondbacks 8-7

Agustín Ramírez hit a run-scoring single in the 10th inning, Heriberto Hernández had a tying sacrifice fly in the ninth and the Miami Marlins stretched their winning streak to six...

JUNE 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Otto Lopez has 3 hits and 3 RBIs as Marlins beat Diamondbacks 9-8 for 5th straight win

Kyle Stowers hit a go-ahead solo homer in the sixth inning, Otto Lopez doubled, homered and drove in three runs and the Miami Marlins beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-8

JUNE 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Eugenio Suárez's 3rd grand slam of the season lifts D-backs over Mariners 5-2 for 3-game sweep

Eugenio Suárez hit a go-ahead grand slam, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched into the seventh inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks swept a three-game series from the Seattle Mariners with a...

JUNE 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Naylor hits grand slam in 11th and Diamondbacks recover to beat Mariners 8-4

Josh Naylor hit a game-ending grand slam in the 11th inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Seattle Mariners 8-4 after losing closer Justin Martinez with two outs in the nint...

JUNE 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Diamondbacks reliever Justin Martinez exits with elbow tightness in 9th inning against Mariners

Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Justin Martinez has exited in the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners because of tightness in his pitching elbow

JUNE 10, 2025 • Associated Press

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