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Rain and thunderstorms delayed the Diamondbacks vs. Rockies series finale at Coors Field, with a new start time of 2:55 p.m. local. Arizona starter Michael Soroka was warming up before the delay, but a lengthy wait could lead to him being scratched to protect his health; the D-Backs are chasing a series win after a strong opener and a 4-2 loss in game two, and updates will follow as weather conditions change.
Shōta Imanaga pitched seven strong innings and Ian Happ powered the Cubs with a second‑inning homer and an eighth‑inning triple to beat Arizona 2-0, clinching the series, extending the Cubs’ 10-game home winning streak, and continuing their four-game win streak.
The Diamondbacks will place catcher Gabriel Moreno on the injured list with a muscular back issue after an MRI, expecting a minimum 10-day absence and optimism it won’t be long. James McCann and Adrian Del Castillo will share catching duties in Moreno’s absence, potentially in a platoon. Moreno has been Arizona’s primary catcher since the 2022 trade for Daulton Varsho, boasting strong defensive metrics and solid hitting (107 wRC+ this year in 45 PAs).
Michael Soroka dazzled in his Arizona Diamondbacks debut, throwing five scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts and closing with a nine-pitch immaculate inning against the Detroit Tigers, as Arizona fans watched a comeback narrative unfold from a pitcher returning from major injuries; the D-backs’ $7.5 million investment looks increasingly prescient.
On his 31st birthday, Will Smith slugged a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth inning to lift the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks and complete a season-opening series sweep.
In a spring-game showcase, Dodgers newcomers shined: Edwin Díaz earned his first save for L.A. as Kyle Tucker delivered an RBI single in the eighth to spark a late surge, sealing the win over the Arizona Diamondbacks with Díaz closing in the ninth and a trumpet-welcome moment adding flair to the debut.
Merrill Kelly’s back discomfort has him unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, with tests ruling out a major issue but ongoing evaluation and pain during throwing. An IL stint is possible; if he misses time, Arizona would start with a rotation of Gallen, Nelson, Rodríguez, Pfaadt and Soroka. Kelly indicated openness to returning to Arizona long-term, but the immediate outlook remains uncertain.
The Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado to the Diamondbacks for salary relief and pitching prospect Jack Martinez, ending a long saga; reports say the Padres were the other major suitor but wouldn’t absorb more of Arenado’s contract, and Arizona’s deal will pay just $5 million in 2026 and $6 million in 2027, underscoring Arenado’s down-market valuation despite his name.
After 18 months of trying to move him, Nolan Arenado was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Arizona Diamondbacks for 22-year-old pitching prospect Jack Martinez. Arenado approved the deal; the Cardinals will cover most of his remaining salary, with about $31 million paid to Arizona and roughly $11 million more owed by St. Louis over two years (Colorado still paying about $5 million), leaving the Cards on the hook for roughly $26 million. Arenado, who slashed .237/.289/.377 with 12 homers in 107 games in 2025, brings elite defense and leadership to Arizona as it fills the hot corner vacancy ahead of free agency for Eugenio Suarez. Martinez posted a 5.47 ERA over 77.1 innings with 110 strikeouts, highlighting a bright but imperfect upside. Cardinals GM Chaim Bloom thanked Arenado for his contributions as the deal was completed.
The Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado and cash to the Diamondbacks for minor league right-hander Jack Martinez, with Arizona taking about $11M of Arenado’s remaining $42M over the next two years (Rockies paying $5M, Cardinals $26M). Arenado, 34, has declined offensively but remains a strong defender; the move clears payroll for STL’s rebuild and gives Arizona a veteran third baseman in a more hitter-friendly park, while the return is modest and could free up room for additional moves by both teams.
St. Louis traded Nolan Arenado to Arizona, sending right-hander Jack Martinez and the D-backs’ eighth-round pick in return while covering $31 million of Arenado’s remaining $42 million. Arenado, who waived his no-trade clause, has two years left on his $260 million contract and will join Arizona’s infield as the Cardinals pivot to a younger core under Chaim Bloom after a roughly 15-month trade saga and amid shifting market dynamics sparked by other moves like Alex Bregman’s deal with the Cubs.
Shohei Ohtani pitched effectively in his final regular-season start, but the Dodgers' bullpen collapsed in a 5-4 loss to the Diamondbacks, highlighting ongoing issues. The team is preparing for the postseason, with questions about their pitching rotation and bullpen stability, and the return of rookie Roki Sasaki is anticipated to bolster their bullpen.
Jordan Lawlar, a top prospect for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has been recalled from Triple-A Reno for his third MLB opportunity after recovering from a hamstring injury. Despite a previous poor performance in May, Lawlar has shown strong offensive numbers in the minors and is working on improving his hitting against breaking balls. The team views him as a future mainstay, and this call-up provides him a chance to prove his readiness at the major league level.
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-5 on August 19, 2025, with key performances from Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Jake McCarthy, and Corbin Carroll, who set a season-high with 16 triples. Rookie Juan Burgos earned his first major league win, and Andrew Saalfrank secured the save. The game featured notable offensive contributions from both teams, with the Diamondbacks maintaining their lead in the series.
The controversy surrounding Ketel Marte's behavior, including missed games and attitude issues, has caused tension within the Arizona Diamondbacks and raised questions about Torey Lovullo's management, potentially risking Lovullo's job if the team continues to handle Marte with leniency.