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Returns from 15-day IL The Diamondbacks activated Martinez (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list Friday.

Impact Martinez has been shelved for most of May with right shoulder inflammation but is ready to go after making two scoreless rehab appearances. He reached 101.1 mph with his sinker during his last outing at Triple-A Reno, which is particularly encouraging after his velocity had dipped prior to the IL stint. Martinez should eventually get his closer job back, but he might be eased back into the ninth inning.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen has a vision for the maddening bullpen uncertainty Arizona Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen wants to see a healthy Justin Martinez and A.J. Puk before seeking another top-end arm before the trade d...

MAY 23, 2025 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Could return for weekend series Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said after Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Dodgers that Martinez (shoulder) has a good chance to return from the 15-day injured list for this weekend...

Impact Martinez has been on the shelf since May 1 due to right shoulder inflammation, an injury that resulted in a significant drop in velocity in his last couple of relief appearances before he was deactivated. The right-hander seems to have bounced back nicely from the extended rest, as he tossed scoreless innings in both of his minor-league rehab appearances and reached 101.1 miles per hour with his sinker during his most recent outing with Triple-A Reno on Tuesday. Per John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports, Martinez flew back to Phoenix on Wednesday, and assuming the Arizona training staff was satisfied with his health, he'll accompany the Diamondbacks on their road trip and will likely be activated Friday. Martinez should eventually settle back in as the Diamondbacks' preferred option at closer, though it's possible that manager Torey Lovullo chooses to ease him back in with a low-leverage appearance or two.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Throws scoreless inning for Reno Martinez (shoulder) allowed one hit over a scoreless inning for Triple-A Reno on Tuesday.

Impact Martinez made his second appearance while on rehab assignment after throwing an inning in an Arizona Complex League game Saturday. The reliever completed the 15-day IL minimum last Friday, and manager Torey Lovullo expressed optimism throughout Martinez's IL stint that the right-hander could be back at or near the minimum requirement. The manager may wish he activated Martinez sooner, as the Diamondbacks blew a late lead in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Dodgers on Tuesday.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Throws scoreless inning for Reno Martinez (shoulder) allowed one hit over a scoreless inning for Triple-A Reno on Tuesday.

Impact Martinez made his second appearance while on rehab assignment after throwing an inning in an Arizona Complex League game Saturday. The reliever completed the 15-day IL minimum last Friday, and manager Torey Lovullo expressed optimism throughout Martinez's IL stint that the right-hander would be back at or near the minimum requirement. The manager may wish he activated Martinez sooner, as the Diamondbacks blew a late lead in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Dodgers on Tuesday.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Continuing rehab at Triple-A Martinez (shoulder) is scheduled to throw an inning for Triple-A Reno on Tuesday as part of his rehab assignment, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Impact Martinez is working his way back from right shoulder inflammation and is nearing a return. A report Sunday indicated he'd rejoin the team for the start of the series against the Dodgers on Monday or at the start of a series against St. Louis on Friday. With Martinez throwing an inning for Reno on Tuesday, it's expected he'll rejoin the big-league club ahead of its series against the Cardinals.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tovar leads Rockies against the Diamondbacks following 5-hit game

The Colorado Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondbacks after Ezequiel Tovar had five hits on Saturday in a 14-12 win over the Diamondbacks

MAY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Return date nearing Martinez (shoulder) could be activated to start the Diamondbacks series against the Dodgers on Monday, or the team could wait until its series against the Cardinals on Friday, Jack...

Impact Martinez made his first rehab appearance in the Arizona Complex League on Saturday. The next step will either be activation or having his rehab assignment transferred to Triple-A Reno. Regardless of his exact return date, Martinez should take the mound within the next week for the Diamondbacks.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockies face the Diamondbacks looking to break road skid

The Colorado Rockies will aim to break their seven-game road slide in a matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks

MAY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Will pitch in ACL game Saturday Diamondbacks Torey Lovullo said Friday that Martinez (shoulder) will throw in the Arizona Complex League on Saturday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Martinez is in the final stages of his recovery from right shoulder inflammation, which caused him to be placed on the 15-day injured list in early May. He progressed to facing live batters earlier this week, and he'll take the next step in his rehab program by throwing in an ACL game Saturday. Martinez could return to the big club shortly after Saturday's outing depending on how his shoulder responds.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockies look to stop skid in game against the Diamondbacks

The Colorado Rockies look to stop their three-game skid with a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Giants and Diamondbacks meet in series rubber match

Both the San Francisco Giants and the Arizona Diamondbacks are looking for a series win with a victory on Wednesday

MAY 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Set for live BP Martinez (shoulder) will throw to live hitters Wednesday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Martinez felt strong after completing a bullpen session Sunday, and it's another positive sign that he's progressing to throwing against hitters Wednesday. It remains unclear if the D-Backs will send the 23-year-old out on a rehab assignment, as he'll be eligible to be activated from the 15-day injured list Friday after going down with shoulder inflammation at the beginning of the month.

MAY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bullpen session goes well Martinez (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Sunday, MLB.com reports.

Impact This was Martinez's first session on a mound since he was shut down with shoulder inflammation, or a dead arm as manager Torey Lovullo had described it one point. The report indicates the session went "real well," and that reliever felt good. The manager also used the word "sizzling" to describe how the ball has been coming out of Martinez's hand as he's worked through his throwing program, according to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. A return for this coming weekend's series against the Rockies is a possibility.

MAY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giants look to keep home win streak alive, host the Diamondbacks

The San Francisco Giants host the Arizona Diamondbacks trying to extend a three-game home winning streak

MAY 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Diamondbacks meet the Dodgers with 2-1 series lead

The Arizona Diamondbacks lead 2-1 in a four-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers

MAY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Beginning mound work Sunday Martinez (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Sunday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Manager Torey Lovullo said Saturday that the ball has been "sizzling" out of Martinez's hand during his throwing program, which is a sign that the 23-year-old is feeling good after landing on the injured list May 1 with shoulder inflammation. Assuming all goes well during his bullpen session, Martinez may still be on pace to return when eligible next Friday.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona Diamondbacks play the Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday

The Arizona Diamondbacks square off against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday

MAY 10, 2025 • Associated Press

May pitch off mound this weekend Martinez (shoulder) extended his throwing program out to 90 feet Thursday and could get back on a mound this weekend, Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports reports.

Impact Martinez began his throwing program earlier in the week and may need just the minimum stay on the 15-day injured list, per manager Torey Lovullo. "I know you guys want to know on Day 16 is he gonna be available?" Lovullo said. "I think it's gonna potentially be around that time. It's not gonna be much longer than that if it's not on that day." Since he landed on the IL, Shelby Miller and Kevin Ginkel have been save opportunities.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers play in game 2 of series

The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Los Angeles Dodgers, leading the series 1-0

MAY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Will pitch in ACL games Martinez (shoulder) began a throwing program Tuesday and will pitch in Arizona Complex League games next, MLB.com reports.

Impact The Diamondbacks are hopeful Martinez will be able to return at the end of his 15-day stint on the injured list. He had experienced diminished velocity in a couple of outings but imaging came back clean for any structural damage.

MAY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks host the Dodgers to open 4-game series

The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Los Angeles Dodgers to start a four-game series

MAY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Diamondbacks and Mets meet to determine series winner

The Arizona Diamondbacks and New York Mets meet on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series

MAY 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Mets bring 1-0 series advantage over Diamondbacks into game 2

The New York Mets lead 1-0 in a three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks

MAY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

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