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Deadspin | MLB roundup: Max Kepler completes comeback as D-Backs stun Cardinals Deadspin | MLB roundup: Max Kepler completes comeback as D-Backs stun Cardinals

JULY 20 • DEADSPIN.COM

Kepler hits walk-off double in 10th, Diamondbacks rally from 7-run deficit, beat Cardinals 8-7

Max Kepler hit a walk-off RBI double in the 10th inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied from a seven-run deficit to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-7

JULY 20 • Associated Press

Idle Sunday Kepler is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact Kepler will be held out of the lineup for the second time in the series while Arizona goes with Lourdes Gurriel in left field and Ketel Marte in the designated-hitter spot. Since serving an 80-game suspension and being cleared to make his Arizona debut June 25, Kepler has produced a .554 OPS across 38 plate appearances. Until he begins to improve his offensive output, Kepler could have to settle for a part-time role.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

James McCann hits two home runs as Diamondbacks thump Dodgers 9-2

James McCann hit his first two home runs of the season and had four RBIs, Brandon Pfaadt made it three wins in three starts since returning to the rotation, and the Arizona Diamond...

JULY 12 • Associated Press

On bench Friday Kepler isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact Kepler will get a breather Friday after going 4-for-13 with a homer, six RBI and two runs scored during Arizona's four-game set against the Padres. His absence will allow Lourdes Gurriel to start in left field and open a spot in the lineup for Tim Tawa at first base.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Rockies pitcher Domingo Acevedo suspended 80 games for positive test under minor league drug program

Right-hander Domingo Acevedo, a three-year major league veteran pitching with Colorado’s Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes, has been suspended for 80 games for a positive test for the...

JULY 8 • Associated Press

Knocks in four runs Monday Kepler went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional RBI in an 8-0 win against the Padres on Monday.

Impact Kepler had Arizona's biggest hit of the game, belting a three-run homer to right field in the third inning. Prior to that, he had knocked in Arizona's second run of the contest with a single in the first frame. Kepler began the campaign serving an 80-game suspension and didn't make his Diamondbacks debut until June 26. Even with Monday's big performance, he's slashing a meager .174/.174/.348 through eight games.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona's Kepler hits 3-run homer, his first since returning from 80-game suspension

Max Kepler homered to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-0 win over the San Diego Padres, his first home run since returning from an 80-game suspension for testing positive for...

JULY 7 • Associated Press

Kepler homers and drives in 4 runs to lead Diamondbacks to an 8-0 win over Padres

Max Kepler homered and drove in four runs to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-0 win over the slumping San Diego Padres

JULY 7 • Associated Press

The Diamondbacks' Max Kepler Gamble is Finally Starting to Pay Off It took until his eighth game as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks, but outfielder Max Kepler finally delivered his first big-impact swin...

JULY 7 • SI.COM

Back on bench Sunday Kepler is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers.

Impact The left-handed-hitting Kepler will hit the bench for the third time in four games, with two of his absences coming against right-handed starters. After completing an 80-game suspension to begin the season and making his Arizona debut June 25, Kepler appeared primed for a strong-side platoon role in the left field. However, Kepler's ongoing struggles appear to have cost him some playing time; he's gone just 2-for-18 at the plate through his first six games with Arizona.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Records first hit as D-back Kepler went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's 8-2 win over the Giants.

Impact Kepler, who recently completed an 80-game suspension, was hitless in his first nine at-bats with Arizona before snapping that run of futility with a first-inning double. He later singled and scored in the fourth. Kepler has started four of his five games with the club, taking over the strongside of a platoon in left field with Lourdes Gurriel, who's been the team's primary designated hitter since Kepler's arrival.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hitting bench Sunday Kepler is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays.

Impact Kepler will get a breather for the series finale after he started in left field Friday and Saturday following his reinstatement from an 80-game suspension. Lourdes Gurriel will start in left field and Ketel Marte will serve as Arizona's designated hitter Sunday, but Kepler appears likely to get a long look as a strong-side platoon player at either spot.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

In left field again Kepler started in left field and went 0-for-3 in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Tampa Bay.

Impact Kepler, who was in left field for a second consecutive day since being reinstated from an 80-game suspension, is still looking for his first hit in an Arizona uniform. The left-handed batter may be the preferred option in left field against right-handers. The Diamondbacks finish out the series with the Rays on Sunday, when they are scheduled to face Tampa Bay right-hander Drew Rasmussen. The right-handed hitting Lourdes Gurriel, who is also in the left field mix, was given Saturday off after serving as the designated hitter Thursday and Friday.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Arizona debut Kepler started in left field, batted sixth and went 0-for-2 in Friday's 6-1 loss to the Rays.

Impact Kepler made his Diamondbacks debut after serving an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance. He was eventually pinch hit for when a lefty reliever entered the game in the sixth inning, which indicates Kepler could be the strongside of a platoon in left field with Lourdes Gurriel, who shifted to designated hitter Friday.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in left field Kepler is starting in left field and batting fifth versus the Cardinals on Thursday.

Impact Kepler was added to Arizona's active roster Thursday after completing his 80-day game suspension for testing positive for performance enhancing drugs. The starting outfielders for the Diamondbacks on Thursday are Kepler, Tommy Troy and Corbin Caroll with Lourdes Gurriel slotted as the designated hitter.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks make Max Kepler roster decision after 80-game suspension | Sporting News Kepler spent last season with the Phillies.

JUNE 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Max Kepler's Arrival to Headline Large-Scale New Move For D-backs The Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to make quite the shakeup to their roster on Thursday. According to a new report from AZCentral's Nick...

JUNE 25 • SI.COM

Joining active roster Thursday The Diamondbacks will add Kepler (suspension) to their active roster before Thursday's game in St. Louis, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Upon completion of his 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance enhancing substance, Kepler will go directly onto the Diamondbacks' roster. The outfielder slashed .333/.474/.567 with two homers and a 7:6 BB:K in 10 minor-league games, though much of that production came at the lower levels. Kepler gives the Diamondbacks another option against right-handed pitching, though he is not guaranteed a regular role.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kepler, eligible to return June 25, inks 1-year deal with D-backs The D-backs announced Sunday that they have signed veteran outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year contract. Kepler, who became a free agent at...

JUNE 8 • MLB.COM

Deadspin | Reports: Diamondbacks sign suspended OF Max Kepler Deadspin | Reports: Diamondbacks sign suspended OF Max Kepler

JUNE 8 • DEADSPIN.COM

Max Kepler signs with Diamondbacks while still serving a suspension for a performance-enhancing drug

Outfielder Max Kepler, still serving an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug, agreed to a contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks for a prorated...

JUNE 8 • Associated Press

Why Diamondbacks signed suspended Max Kepler, and how long he will be out | Sporting News This was a curious move by Arizona.

JUNE 8 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Diamondbacks Sign Max Kepler Despite 80-Game Suspension The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed former Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal. Kepler, 33,...

JUNE 8 • SI.COM

Agrees to deal with Arizona Kepler (suspension) and the Diamondbacks agreed to terms on a one-year contract Sunday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Kepler is serving an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance enhancing substance, but he will now have a team to return to once his suspension is over. The 33-year-old struggled to a .216 average with 18 home runs, 52 RBI, 58 runs scored and three stolen bases over 417 at-bats in 127 regular-season contests with the Phillies. Kepler's suspension will be complete June 24, and he'll likely need to get up to speed with Triple-A Reno before he'd join the major-league roster.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

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