KOLE CALHOUN NEWS

Weaver takes no-hitter into 7th, Diamondbacks top Reds 7-0

Luke Weaver retired the first 17 batters he faced, Eduardo Escobar homered for the fourth straight game and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-0

APRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes seat Sunday Calhoun is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds.

Impact After being activated from the injured list earlier this weekend, Calhoun started in the outfield in the first two games of the series, going 1-for-10 with a double and two RBI between the contests. He isn't believed to have suffered a setback with his surgically repaired meniscus upon returning to action, but Calhoun will likely sit Sunday in what is most likely a maintenance day. Pavin Smith will fill in for Calhoun in right field.

APRIL 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Knocks in two in debut Calhoun started in right field, batted second and went 1-for-5 with a double and two RBI in Friday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Reds.

Impact Calhoun was reinstated off the injured list Friday after rehabbing a torn meniscus, for which he underwent a medial meniscectomy early in March. He played his familiar position of right field and was part of a three-run seventh inning, doubling in a pair of runs, part of a furious Arizona comeback. He could also be used in center field while Ketel Marte rehabs a hamstring injury.

APRIL 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Barnhart's two-out single leads Reds over D-backs 6-5 in 10

Tucker Barnhart hit a run-scoring single in the 10th inning, Tyler Naquin crushed his big league-best fifth homer, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5

APRIL 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D-backs get Calhoun back as injuries mount The D-backs activated outfielder Kole Calhoun from the injured list Friday just in time for their home opener against the Reds. Calhoun was...

APRIL 10, 2021 • MLB.COM

Reinstated from IL Calhoun (knee) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Friday's game against the Reds.

Impact He will presumably slot into Arizona's lineup against righty Tyler Mahle. Calhoun underwent partial medial meniscectomy surgery March 3, so this is about as quickly as he could have been able to return.

APRIL 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in intrasquad game Calhoun (knee) took four at-bats in an intrasquad game Wednesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Calhoun, who underwent meniscus surgery in March, has tested his knee in a variety of ways and appears close to a return. "The quality of at-bat has been good from what I've been reading (in internal reports) and what Kole has been telling me," manager Torey Lovullo said. While he's the team's starter in right field when healthy, it's possible Calhoun could play center field in the wake of Ketel Marte's hamstring injury, which landed him on the injured list Thursday.

APRIL 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks to start Widener against Cincinnati in home opener

The Arizona Diamondbacks hit the field for the first time in 2021 against the Cincinnati Reds

APRIL 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A week to forget: Hobbled D-backs try to overcome adversity

Arizona’s ace pitcher, star center fielder, slugging right fielder and two-time Gold Glove shortstop are already injured

APRIL 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kelly expected to start for Arizona against Colorado

The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the Colorado Rockies

APRIL 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Senzatela sizzling on cool night, Rox beat Diamondbacks 8-0

Antonio Senzatela pitched eight electric innings on a cool evening, Chris Owings had three extra-base hits before leaving with right hamstring tightness, and the Colorado Rockies s...

APRIL 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rockies look to stop 3-game skid

Colorado is looking to break its three-game losing streak with a win over Arizona The Rockies will send Antonio Senzatela to the mound Wednesday and the Diamondbacks plan to give M...

APRIL 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Playing full-speed defense Calhoun (knee) will play 3-to-5 innings of full speed defense Tuesday, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 33-year-old continues to ramp up his participation in baseball activities as he works through his recovery from right knee surgery in early March. Calhoun could return from the injured list this weekend if he can avoid any setbacks.

APRIL 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rockies look to end 3-game skid

Colorado heads into the matchup against Arizona in a rut, losers of three straight

APRIL 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hosmer, Padres beat Diamondbacks 8-7 in wild opener

Eric Hosmer had a homer among his three hits and drove in three runs, newcomer Victor Caratini also had three RBIs and the San Diego Padres gave up four long balls in the fifth inn...

APRIL 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on injured list Calhoun (knee) was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Calhoun underwent knee surgery in March but has still been making good progress while participating in baseball activities. However, the 33-year-old will miss at least the first two series of the regular season while he recovers. Pavin Smith is starting in right field for Thursday's game against the Padres, but Tim Locastro could also see increased playing time in Calhoun's absence, especially against left-handed pitchers.

APRIL 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss first two series Calhoun (knee) will miss at least the first two series of the regular season, Jose M. Romero of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Calhoun has begun baseball activities and "is passing every test," according to manager Torey Lovullo. The Diamondbacks are expected to rotate bodies in right field until Calhoun's ready to return. The left-handed hitting Pavin Smith started in right field Monday against Cubs right-hander Zach Davies. Tim Locastro could see action when opponents start a left-hander.

MARCH 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes live at-bats Calhoun (knee) took live at-bats in a simulated environment Thursday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact This was the first time Calhoun has executed this activity since undergoing knee surgery earlier in March. The next and final test for the knee will be running, according to manager Torey Lovullo, who added that the outfielder is not yet at that point. Calhoun is expected to start the season on the injured list.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Almost ready for sim game Calhoun (knee) has taken multiple batting practice sessions and is close to facing live pitching in a simulated game, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Manager Torey Lovullo said Calhoun could stand in the batter's box, take a normal at-bat, and strike the baseball but not run. The veteran outfielder is expected to open the season on the injured list. In the meantime, the Diamondbacks are auditioning several players to replace Calhoun in right field, including Tim Locastro, Pavin Smith, Trayce Thompson and Daulton Varsho.

MARCH 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks' Gallen has sore forearm, might miss opener

The Arizona Diamondbacks might be missing their best pitcher on opening day

MARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D-backs pitcher Gallen has sore forearm, might miss opener

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen is being evaluated for soreness in his right forearm and might not be ready for the start of the regular season on April 1

MARCH 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Batting practice scheduled Calhoun (knee) will take a regular batting practice Sunday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Calhoun underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus earlier in March and is expected to open the season on the injured list. While he's been unavailable, several candidates have rotated in at right field. On Friday, it was Tim Locastro's turn. Prior to that, Pavin Smith, Trayce Thompson and Daulton Varsho made starts in right field.

MARCH 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Works out on back fields Calhoun (knee) participated in baseball activities on a back field at training camp, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.

Impact This was Calhoun's first time on the field since he underwent right knee surgery March 3. The activity amounted to playing catch and taking swings in a batting cage. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Calhoun will not be ready for Opening Day and no timetable has been set for the outfielder's return. That opens an opportunity for several players to man right field early in the season. Daulton Varsho started in right field Wednesday, and non-roster invitee Trayce Thompson has made multiple starts there since Calhoun's surgery.

MARCH 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Calhoun progressing; Marte, Ahmed on track D-backs outfielder Kole Calhoun participated in baseball activities on a back field Wednesday morning at Salt River Fields, the first time h...

MARCH 18, 2021 • MLB.COM

D-backs stand pat, ready to show rough 2020 was a fluke

The Arizona Diamondbacks didn't do much to improve their roster after a rough 2020 season

MARCH 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS