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Max Scherzer Ejection Re-Ignites Rosin, Sticky Substances Debate

The ejection of Max Scherzer is re-igniting the conversation dealing with rosin, sticky substances, and even about how pitchers can attach the Pitch Com device to themselves, their uniforms, or their gloves. The umpires checked Scherzer prior to the third inning, which resulted in the umpire forcing Scherzer to switch gloves. Then, prior to the […]

Madison Bumgarner of the Diamondbacks reacts after giving up a homer to the Cardinals.

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Edman, Cardinals Crush Diamondbacks as Bumgarner Continues to Struggle

Cardinals 14, Diamondbacks 5 ST. LOUIS, Apr. 19 — Tommy Edman was a single shy of the cycle, going 3-for-4 with a walk and five RBI as the St. Louis Cardinals clobbered the Arizona Diamondbacks, 14–5, Wednesday afternoon at Busch Stadium. Diamondbacks left-hander Madison Bumgarner added another start to his list of struggles in 2023, […]

Scott McGough celebrating the final out.

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Diamondbacks Reliever Scott McGough and His Return to the Majors

Arizona Diamondbacks

Scott McGough and His Return to the Majors MIAMI, Apr. 16 — Bullpens tend to have a high turnover rate, and that has been especially true with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Of the relievers currently on the roster, only two remain from as recently as 2019, with one — lefty Andrew Chafin — returning this season […]

Ketel Marte of the Diamondbacks in a rundown against the Cardinals

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Diamondbacks Clip Cardinals in Wild One; Ahmed Golfs Double on Bounced Pitch

Diamondbacks 8, Cardinals 7 ST. LOUIS, Apr. 18 — A wild evening at Busch Stadium, one that included a two-run Nick Ahmed double on a pitch that bounced, culminated in an 8–7 victory for the Arizona Diamondbacks over the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday night. In the process, they overcame a two-homer game by Cardinals catcher […]

Diamondbacks players warm up prior to their game against the Cardinals

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Diamondbacks at Cardinals Pregame — Drey Jameson vs. Jordan Montgomery

Diamondbacks at Cardinals Pregame — April 18, 2023 ST. LOUIS, Apr. 18 — It’s Game Two of a three-game set between the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals, which is also the fifth game of a six-game road trip for the Diamondbacks. Prior to the game, manager Torey Lovullo met with the media on hand. […]

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Reds Ink Hunter Greene to Six-Year Extension

Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds made some waves on Tuesday afternoon. Just an hour before their game against the Tampa Bay Rays, it was announced that the Reds signed Hunter Greene to a six-year, $53 million contract. This is big news for the rebuilding club, and a great deal to boot. Greene is the resident flamethrower on […]

Angels Call Up Zach Neto

Los Angeles Angels

The Los Angeles Angels called up Zach Neto. He made his major league debut on April 15. The team selected the shortstop out of Campbell University in the first-round of the 2022 draft. He is expected to take over the shortstop position full-time, and hopefully for their long-term future. Fans are very excited for his […]

Pavin Smith of the Diamondbacks rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam against the Cardinals.

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Kelly, Marte, Smith Power Diamondbacks to Victory over Cardinals

Diamondbacks 6, Cardinals 3 ST. LOUIS, Apr. 17 — Merrill Kelly allowed one run on five hits, walking none and striking out three across six innings as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the St. Louis Cardinals, 6–3, Monday night at Busch Stadium. Ketel Marte went 2-for-4 with a home run and Pavin Smith went 1-for-3 with […]