The Arizona Cardinals had two key players holding out of voluntary OTAs. The hope was that it wouldn’t carry over into mandatory minicamp and training camp.Those worries are now put to bed.Earlier Monday morning, it was reported that quarterback Jacoby Brissett was reporting to camp after an extended holdout regarding his contract.Now, it’s being reported […]
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As the 2026 NBA offseason progresses, trade rumors are making the rounds. We’ve speculated on a few prime targets here on site already. There will be more. But today I want to detour off the beaten path to a player few people are talking about: Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker. As recently as a couple […]
OTAs were a bit dramatic for the Arizona Cardinals, as star edge rusher Josh Sweat and veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett held out during that time. However, with mandatory minicamp underway, it appears both players are back with the team. Reports indicate that Sweat and Brissett arrived at the Cardinals’ facilities for minicamp, according to Ian […]
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June 8th: Per the Associated Press, Kepler’s salary will be a prorated $780K, the league minimum. He can earn an extra $500K in roster bonuses. He would get $100K for spending 35 days on the roster, then $200K at 55 days and 75 days. June 7th: The Diamondbacks announced a one-year deal with outfielder Max […]
The Arizona Cardinals reported starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett has missed all of voluntary workouts, but apparently will be at the teams mandatory minicamp per reports. That seemed to always be the trajectory of this situation, and we have not heard anything in regards to a new contract, so this also may be an instance where […]
Arizona GM Mike Hazen hasn’t been shy about discussing what the team us looking to add as baseball heads towards the trade deadline. While the team does currently occupy a wild-card spot, there are clear areas for improvement. Speaking on MLB Network Radio over the weekend, he said “I probably need a little more thump […]
The Dodgers had a winning week, taking four of seven games, by splitting with the Diamondbacks in Arizona, then winning two of three at home against the Angels. But they both started and ended the week with losses, frustrating in different ways. On Monday in Phoenix, they were burned by a lack of offense. On […]
The NFL offseason has featured several notable holdouts during the voluntary workout period. Among them, the Arizona Cardinals have found themselves in a puzzling standoff with quarterback Jacoby Brissett. While Brissett has skipped voluntary workouts, it appears his absence may…
Game Recaps [Dbacks.com] ‘Pretty dominant’: Soroka’s latest gem salvages D-backs’ homestand – Behind another good outing from Michael Soroka, the Diamondbacks beat the Nationals, 5-1, on Sunday afternoon to avoid a sweep in the three-game series. They finished up their week at home with a 3-4 mark. “Probably an incomplete grade,” manager Torey Lovullo said […]
All of the Arizona Cardinals’ voluntary OTAs and minicamps have come and gone. QB Jacoby Brissett wasn’t in attendance to any of them as he wants his contract re-negotiated. What’s next is the mandatory veteran minicamp, which will run from June 8 to June 10. The minicamp will consist of practice sessions only on Tuesday […]
Let the speculative rumors surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks‘ All-Star infielder Ketel Marte commence once again. More reports surfaced on Sunday that the Diamondbacks may be growing tired of Marte’s antics, and USA Today MLB insider Bob Nightengale wrote this as a part of his Sunday notebook, which includes a lot of trade notes: “Meanwhile, Diamondbacks second […]
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The Arizona Cardinals have been without presumed starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett through OTAs as he holds out for a new contract. That holdout is now over, though, as ESPN reports that he will be in attendance at Mandatory Minicamp.Josh Weinfuss and Jeremy Fowler combined for the report. They noted, “Brissett was at risk of being […]
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett will report for the start of the team's mandatory minicamp, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and Josh Weinfuss.
When younger Major League Baseball players struggle, it's not uncommon to see them optioned back to the minors until they turn things around.
Mike Hazen went on MLB Network Radio and confirmed what the front office has been quietly doing behind the scenes.
The Arizona Diamondbacks are making trade calls to upgrade their bullpen before the August 3 deadline.
The timing of the announcement raises an obvious question: why is the team with the lowest bullpen ERA in baseball since May 1 shopping for relief pitching?
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The answer is the group of arms not included in that sparkling recent stretch.
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The Minnesota Vikings‘ QB battle is in its early stages, but there are already conversations regarding what the team might do if J.J. McCarthy loses the competition to Kyler Murray. Despite the Arizona Cardinals cutting ties with Murray, the former No. 1 pick showed that he can be a starter in the NFL. His problem, […]
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The Philadelphia Phillies begin a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, June 8. They currently stand second in the National League, 9.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves.On Sunday, following the conclusion of their 9-5 win over the Chicago White Sox, former Phillies outfielder Max Kepler signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Kepler was […]
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A positive sign surfaced for the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday after it was announced that quarterback Jacoby Brissett will attend the team’s mini-camp this week. The development was reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Josh Weinfuss. Brissett was absent from the Cardinals’ previous OTAs amid his contract standoff with the front office. He is due […]
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With the Arizona Diamondbacks firmly in the National League Wild Card race, general manager Mike Hazen revealed his top trade deadline priorities. On MLB Network Radio, Hazen said he’s looking for a left-handed power bat and more bullpen depth.“I need more thump in the lineup, need a little bit more power, probably need to get […]
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How desperate are the Arizona Diamondbacks for some depth in the outfield? They've signed veteran Max Kepler, who is still serving an 80-game suspension for PED use. The Arizona Diamondbacks sign OF Max Kepler, who was popped for PEDs in January and remains on the MLB restricted list. He will still have to miss 80 games and is ineligible for the postseason. — Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) June 8, 2026 Kepler was banned for using an illegal substance, with the suspension levied back in Januar...
The Red Sox remain in a troubling spot, but Craig Breslow can try to save the team, the season and his job by trading for Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte.
With the Arizona Diamondbacks trying to catch up to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the top of the NL West and while battling for a Wild Card spot, they decided to add a new free agent. Per Bob Nightengale, the Diamondbacks signed outfielder Max Kepler.Kepler most recently played for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025. Prior […]
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Max Kepler spent the 2025 season with the Philadelphia Phillies but was suspended for use of PEDs in the offseason. With that suspension almost up, the former Minnesota Twins outfielder has found a home. Kepler has signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. “The Arizona Diamondbacks sign OF […]
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The Phoenix Suns could make Ja Morant their next star target if they want to improve the roster this offseason. This past season featured a lot of success, despite trading Kevin Durant away for Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green. Phoenix had a strong season and made the playoffs, even with Green missing more than half […]
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Former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Max Kepler has signed with a new team amid an 80-game suspension for a positive PED test.