The Diamondbacks were expected to have a down year, but I guess no one told them that.It isn't like they are world-beaters.
They are just 35-35 for the season, and are likely to only compete for a wild card berth if anything.They are one of my teams to watch at the trade deadline because they have a lot of talent, but clearly not enough to compete with the Dodgers (who does?).
They also already have rumors about major players, like Ketel Marte, being an issue which hurts his value, but also allows the public to be more accepting of a trade.Cincinnati Reds' Andrew Abbott pitches during the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in Philadelphia on May 20, 2026.(Matt Rourke/AP)They probably will once again shop today's starter, Zac Gallen.
There were no takers last year, and even the free-agent market was pretty thin for Gallen.His numbers this year indicate that it probably won't be a very competitive market for his services either.
He is 3-5 with a 5.43 ERA and a 1.55 WHIP.He has been brutal on the road this season with an ERA north of seven.
He has allowed at least four earned runs in six of his last eight outings.Cincinnati Reds hitters, however, are just 6-for-45 against him. The Reds started the season hot, but have since cooled off.
This is a young-and-upcoming team, so the result is not all that surprising.I think they are still a couple of years away from being truly competitive with their club.
However, they did make the playoffs last season.If they can get some of their pitching to step up, they should have a solid chance this year.
They are 33-36, so another team that could choose just about any option around the trade deadline. Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen throws against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of Game 1 of the World Series in Arlington, Texas, on Oct.27, 2023.
(Brynn Anderson/AP)Today they look to grab the series as they send out Andrew Abbott.He hasn't had a fantastic season, but he does have dece...