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Allows two runs over four frames Cecconi did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over four innings against Colorado. He struck out four.

Impact Cecconi struggled in the opening frame, allowing a walk and three hits, including a solo home run to Ryan McMahon. He would throw three scoreless innings from that point on but was relieved by Tyler Gilbert in the bottom of the fifth after hitting Ezequiel Tovar with a pitch to begin the frame. The 24-year-old right-hander has now allowed two runs in two of his three appearances this season, while his 76 pitches Wednesday marked his season high.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works out of bullpen Friday Cecconi made his most recent appearance out of the bullpen in Friday's 10-5 loss to the Padres, striking out one over 1.2 scoreless innings while allowing one hit and no walks.

Impact After being called up from Triple-A Reno on Aug. 2, Cecconi made a 4.2-inning start against the Giants later that day. He then went unused for the next eight days before the Diamondbacks summoned him from the bullpen early in Friday's contest while starter Ryne Nelson labored through three innings. The Diamondbacks haven't clarified Cecconi's role moving forward, but he seems likely to serve as either a traditional starter or bulk-relief option. Arizona is treating Tuesday's game in Colorado as a bullpen day while no starter has been confirmed for Wednesday's series finale, so Cecconi could be an option to cover multiple innings on either of those days.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fades in fifth inning Cecconi allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out two over 4.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Wednesday.

Impact Cecconi was cruising until the fifth inning, when he gave up three baserunners and both of the runs on his line. His strikeout stuff didn't materialize in his major-league debut, but he had a 104:29 K:BB over 103 innings with Triple-A Reno prior to his call-up. He'll need a bit more leeway from manager Torey Lovullo to be in a spot to earn wins -- the rookie threw just 59 pitches (36 strikes) in this outing. The Diamondbacks have two off days next week, so Cecconi may have to settle for a bulk-relief outing if he remains in the majors.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for MLB debut Arizona selected Cecconi's contract from Triple-A Reno ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday against the Giants.

Impact Cecconi has struggled to a 6.38 ERA in 103 innings (20 starts) this season in the Pacific Coast League, but the Diamondbacks need a fill-in for Tommy Henry, who landed on the injured list this past Sunday due to left elbow inflammation. Cecconi does have good control, so maybe he'll be able to work deep and rack up some strikeouts in what will be his major-league debut at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Cecconi is listed as the probable starter for Wednesday's game against San Francisco.

Impact Cecconi will be making his MLB debut Wednesday. The 24-year-old right-hander has toiled for Triple-A Reno in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League, posting a 6.38 ERA and 1.38 WHIP over 20 starts (103 innings). Cecconi is filling in for the injured Tommy Henry (elbow), who may need more than the 15-day minimum before returning.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join big-league rotation The Diamondbacks plan to call up Cecconi from Triple-A Reno this week to replace the injured Tommy Henry (elbow) in the rotation, John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports reports.

Impact Arizona has yet to confirm that Cecconi will be promoted, but the 24-year-old right-hander is expected to be formally called up Wednesday to start or serve as a primary pitcher later that day in San Francisco. While pitching in the hitter-friendly confines of the Pacific Coast League, Cecconi has posted a 6.38 ERA and 1.38 WHIP in 103 innings. Keeping the ball in the yard (2.01 HR/9) has been an issue for Cecconi, but he's done a decent job of making bats miss (23.1 K%) while also keeping his walks in check (6.4 BB%). Cecconi could have some longevity in the Arizona rotation if he comes through with a serviceable outing in his MLB debut.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be rotation fill-in Cecconi is the most likely internal candidate to fill the rotation spot made available after the Diamondbacks placed Tommy Henry (elbow) on the injured list, Nick Piecoro of the Ar...

Impact Given the high asking price for starting pitching on the trade market, the Diamondbacks may opt to use internal candidates to fill in for Henry, who will miss at least 15 days. Cecconi's overall numbers at Triple-A Reno don't excite -- 4-8, 6.38 ERA, 2.0 HR/9 -- but the right-hander's work since the middle of June shows improvement. Another righty, Bryce Jarvis, is also being considered.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE