Yanks star Stanton off to strong start after smashing finish
Giancarlo Stanton is picking up where he ended the postseason last yearMARCH 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LUKE WEAVER #30 - PITCHER - NEW YORK YANKEES
7-3 W-L •
0.93 WHIP •
2.89 ERA
7-3 W-L
0.93 WHIP
2.89 ERA
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 seasonMARCH 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Weaver welcomes feedback in sim game After he let go of what he thought might be a good curveball that the batter instead made solid contact on, D-backs right-hander Luke Weaver...
MARCH 15, 2021 • MLB.COM
Serves up long balls Weaver allowed four runs on five hits and one walk while striking out four over three innings in Tuesday's game against the Rockies.
Impact Weaver was pleased with his breaking pitches but was unable to locate his fastball, which resulted in three home runs during his second spring outing, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. He ran his pitch count up to 54 (33 strikes) and pitched from behind for much of the game. The right-hander eventually abandoned the windup in favor of pitching from the stretch.
MARCH 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Diamondbacks' Luke Weaver gets mixed results out of second spring outing Arizona Diamondbacks' right-hander Luke Weaver got mixed results from Tuesday's outing against the Colorado Rockies.
MARCH 10, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Now in Chisox 'pen, Kopech makes debut after 2020 opt-out
Michael Kopech is getting used to his new relief role with the Chicago White SoxMARCH 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Looks sharp Wednesday Weaver allowed two hits over two scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring start against the Indians.
Impact Weaver got off to a rocky start, permitting singles to the first two batters, but he got a double-play grounder and retired the final five batters faced. The right-hander's bid for a bounce-back season got off to a promising start, but bigger challenges are down the road when he extends his innings and faces orders a second or third time. That was an issue for him in 2020 when he had a 6.58 ERA and 1.56 WHIP over 12 starts.
MARCH 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Looking to rediscover slider Weaver has focused on consistency of mechanics and reclaiming the slider he lost last season, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. "It's a monumental pitch," Weaver said....
Impact In 2019, Weaver carved up lineups with four pitches and posted a 2.94 ERA over 12 starts in a season shortened by arm problems. His career took a sideways turn in 2020, when the ERA ballooned to 6.58, and the righty was reduced to throwing fastballs and changeups. Weaver is expected to take up a spot in the rotation in 2021.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Weaver on rocky 2020: 'Makes you stronger' The 2020 season was not a lot of fun for D-backs right-hander Luke Weaver. Coming off an injury-shortened 2019 campaign, he struggled so muc...
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • MLB.COM
D-backs do-over: Lovullo ready to roll after rough 2020
Manager Torey Lovullo is eager for a do-over after a 2020 season that the Arizona Diamondbacks won’t remember fondlyFEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
D-backs avoid salary arbitration with Weaver, Kelly
The Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to one-year contracts with right-hander Luke Weaver, catcher Carson Kelly and left-hander Caleb Smith that avoided salary arbitrationJANUARY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reaches deal with Arizona Weaver signed a one-year, $1.95 million contract with the Diamondbacks on Friday to avoid arbitration, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.
Impact The 27-year-old had a 6.58 ERA and 1-9 record to lead MLB in losses last season, but he's now officially under contract for 2021. Weaver should have a tentative spot in the rotation to start spring training, but Arizona hope he can return to the form that delivered a 2.94 ERA in 2019.
JANUARY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Diamondbacks offer contracts to Kelly, Weaver, Smith
The Arizona Diamondbacks offered contracts to three arbitration-eligible players on Wednesday, including catcher Carson Kelly and pitchers Luke Weaver and Caleb SmithDECEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Loss leader in MLB Weaver (1-9) allowed five runs (four earned) over five innings and took the loss against Colorado on Saturday. He gave up seven runs and struck out six.
Impact Weaver picked up an MLB-high ninth loss in a forgettable season for the right-hander. There were some good starts among Weaver's 12 outings, and he didn't miss a start after the arm troubles that dogged him in 2019. However, there was a lot of "frustration," he told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. The two pitches that made Weaver so effective before his season was shut down last season -- the cutter and the curveball -- were nearly absent Saturday as they were most of the season. "Bluntly, those pitches have to be thrown," Weaver said. "It's an advantage to me, just like any other pitcher who can land three to four pitches through the course of a game." That will be a focus for the 27-year-old during the offseason.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Rockies roll past Diamondbacks 10-3 despite four errors
Elias Diaz and Ryan McMahon each hit two-run homers, German Márquez threw seven impressive innings and the Colorado Rockies overcame some sloppy fielding to beat the Arizona Diamon...SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LeMahieu, Voit near milestones for Yankees in win over Miami
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
D-backs sweep doubleheader, beat Rockies in 11-5 in nightcap
Josh VanMeter hit a three-run homer, David Peralta and Tim Locastro both had three hits and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 11-5 to sweep a doubleheaderSEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kelly hits 3-run homer, Diamondbacks beat Rangers 7-0
Carson Kelly had a three-run homer, Caleb Smith and Riley Smith combined to throw a six-hitter and the Arizona Diamondbacks rolled to a 7-0 victory over the Texas RangersSEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes eighth loss Weaver (1-8) allowed three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out five across 5.1 innings to take the loss Saturday against the Astros.
Impact Weaver pitched well through five innings, allowing only one run on one hit and a walk. However, he was battered around when he took the mound in the sixth inning, allowing hits to four of the five batters he faced. Weaver now owns a 6.51 ERA and 49:18 K:BB across 47 frames this season. He's in line to take his final turn through the rotation next Saturday against Colorado.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Twins beat Cubs 8-1, clinch berth in the postseason
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Altuve, Tucker lead Astros past D'backs to get back to .500
Jose Altuve drove in two, Kyle Tucker had a tiebreaking single and the Houston Astros beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 on Saturday night to get back toSEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Javier scheduled to start as Houston hosts Arizona
The Diamondbacks will start Luke Weaver on Saturday and the Astros are expected to counter with Cristian JavierSEPTEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Calhoun homers twice in Arizona’s 6-3 win over Houston
Kole Calhoun hit two home runs to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks over former teammate Zack Greinke and the Houston Astros 6-3SEPTEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steven Brault 2-hits Cardinals, ending Pirates' 8-game skid
Steven Brault pitched a two-hitter for his first career complete game, Gregory Polanco hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped an eight-game skid with a 5-1 victor...SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Loses fourth straight decision Weaver (1-7) took the loss Sunday against the Mariners, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks across five innings. He struck out three.
Impact After allowing single runs in the first and second, Weaver settled in to finish his outing with three scoreless frames. Unfortunately for the right-hander, the Arizona offense struggled to give him much run support as he took his seventh loss. Weaver has dropped each of his last four decisions and now has a 6.70 ERA on the season. He will look to pick up his first win since Aug. 18 when he takes the hill Friday in Houston.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
