SLADE CECCONI NEWS

Moved up a day in rotation Cecconi will start Friday against the Padres, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact The 24-year-old right hander will take the mound a day earlier than expected with Zac Gallen still recovering from his hamstring injury. Cecconi has posted a 2.25 ERA, 0.50 WHIP and 11:1 K:BB over 12 innings in his two game major league stint so far this season.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Fill-in starter Slade Cecconi pitches Diamondbacks past Giants Arizona Diamondbacks impromptu starter Slade Cecconi, on the mound after Merrill Kelly’s appearance was scratched due to injury, led his tea...

APRIL 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Slade Cecconi, Diamondbacks earn 5-3 victory over the Giants

Right-hander Slade Cecconi held the San Francisco Giants to two runs in six innings in his 2024 debut, and Gabriel Moreno hit a two-run, go-ahead single in the sixth inning to lead...

APRIL 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joins big club The Diamondbacks recalled Cecconi from Triple-A Reno on Sunday.

Impact Cecconi was unable to make the big-league roster out of spring training. He had a good outing in his last start with Reno on April 16, allowing one run on five hits and one walk while striking out six batters over six frames. Cecconi appeared in seven games for the Diamondbacks last season and posted a 4.33 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 20:4 K:BB over 27 innings.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jace Peterson replaces pitcher Slade Cecconi on Diamondbacks' World Series roster, adding extra bat

The Arizona Diamondbacks added an extra bat for the World Series, putting Jace Peterson on the roster and dropping pitcher Slade Cecconi for the matchup against the Texas Rangers

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Doesn't make World Series roster Cecconi is not part of the Diamondbacks' World Series roster that was submitted Friday.

Impact He took Jace Peterson's spot on the roster for the NLCS, but Arizona has decided to go back to 14 position players and 12 pitchers for the World Series. Cecconi threw two scoreless innings against the Phillies in the NLCS.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to NLCS roster Cecconi has been added to the Diamondbacks' NLCS roster.

Impact Arizona has elected to add an extra arm to the bullpen for their series against the Phillies, with Cecconi taking Jace Peterson's spot. Cecconi held a 4.33 ERA and 20:4 K:BB over 27 innings covering four starts and three relief appearances for the Diamondbacks this season. He'll provide the bullpen with some length.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Reno The Diamondbacks optioned Cecconi to Triple-A Reno on Monday.

Impact Unless the Diamondbacks place another pitcher on the injured list during the final week of the season and recall him from the minors, Cecconi's 2023 campaign will come to a close. Over multiple stints with the big club this season, Cecconi covered 27 innings over seven appearances (four starts), pitching to a 4.33 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 20:4 K:BB.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Needed for bulk relief Cecconi allowed one run on three hits and struck out two over 2.2 innings in Friday's 7-1 loss to the Yankees.

Impact Starter Brandon Pfaadt lasted 13 outs and 81 pitches, so Arizona needed bulk relief from Cecconi, who was called up after Miguel Castro was placed on the paternity list. Both Cecconi and Pfaadt had one thing in common; each pitcher was taken deep by Aaron Judge. Pfaadt was tagged twice. Cecconi will pitch out of the bullpen and gives the Diamondbacks length. In a mixed role at the major-league level, the right-hander has a 4.33 ERA and 1.15 WHIP over 27 innings.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Reno The Diamondbacks recalled Cecconi from Triple-A Reno on Friday.

Impact Cecconi looks poised to work in long relief in his return to the 28-man roster. The 24-year-old has registered a 4.44 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 18:4 K:BB across his first 24.1 major-league innings (four starts, two relief appearances) this season.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Cecconi was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Monday.

Impact Cecconi was roughed up by the Orioles over the weekend and now finds himself back in the minors. It's not clear what the Diamondbacks plan to do with his rotation spot, but it could be filled by Ryne Nelson. Cecconi holds a 4.44 ERA and 18:4 K:BB over 24.2 innings in the majors this season.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs call up Andrew Saalfrank, option Slade Cecconi The Arizona Diamondbacks, fighting for a wild-card playoff spot, optioned right-handed pitcher Slade Cecconi to Triple-A Reno and promoted l...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Roughed up by Orioles Cecconi (0-1) took the loss against Baltimore on Saturday, allowing six runs on nine hits and no walks while striking out four batters over 3.1 innings.

Impact Cecconi got through three frames without allowing a run but imploded in the fourth. Baltimore racked up seven straight one-out hits against the right-hander in the inning, including a pair of doubles and a Cedric Mullins three-run homer. Cecconi was tagged with six runs in the frame before he was pulled, equaling the amount of runs he had allowed over 21 major-league innings coming into the contest. His ERA jumped from 2.57 to 4.44 as a result, and this was also Cecconi's first defeat as a big leaguer. Assuming he sticks in the rotation, the rookie's next turn is tentatively lined up to come in Chicago against the Cubs next week.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 30, 2023

Fans five in no-decision Cecconi allowed a run on three hits over 5.2 innings in Sunday's win over the Reds. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Cecconi rolled through five scoreless frames before the Reds finally broke through with a run in the sixth inning. He's posted a 7:0 K:BB while giving up one run over his last 10.2 innings. The 24-year-old rookie is now sporting a 2.57 ERA across 21 MLB innings. Cecconi's next start is currently lined up to be at home against the Orioles.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses five innings in bulk relief Cecconi allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out two batters over five innings while taking a no-decision as the primary pitcher against Texas on Monday.

Impact Cecconi was originally slated to start the contest, but Arizona instead opted to go with Joe Mantiply as an opener. Cecconi came on in a scoreless game in the third inning and pitched well for the next five frames, yielding just one run on an Adolis Garcia homer in the seventh. The right-hander wasn't overpowering, notching just six swinging strikes and two punchouts, but he logged his longest outing as a big-leaguer through four appearances and made another strong impression. Cecconi has a 2.93 ERA and 1.04 WHIP through 15.1 frames as he makes his case to remain with the big club, though it's uncertain if the Diamondbacks will deploy him as a traditional starter or as a bulk reliever if they do keep him on the roster.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Monday after all Cecconi is no longer listed as the Diamondbacks' starting pitcher for Monday's game against the Rangers, as Arizona will instead deploy Joe Mantiply as its opening pitcher, Jody Ja...

Impact Unless Arizona demotes him to Triple-A Reno prior to Monday's contest, Cecconi should still be the main candidate to cover the bulk of the innings for the Diamondbacks, albeit out of the bullpen rather than as a traditional starter. Through his first three big-league outings, Cecconi owns a 3.48 ERA and 1.26 WHIP over 10.1 innings, but those numbers are backed by poor peripherals (4.91 FIP, 5.14 SIERA, 6.8 K-BB%).

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in rotation Cecconi will start Monday in the Diamondbacks' series opener versus the Rangers at Chase Field, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Impact After making a one-inning appearance out of the bullpen in an Aug. 11 game against the Padres, Cecconi returned to the Arizona rotation Wednesday in Colorado. He navigated the unfavorable conditions at Coors Field well enough, striking out four over four innings while limiting the Rockies to two runs on four hits and three walks. Even so, Cecconi owns mostly underwhelming ratios (4.91 FIP, 5.14 SIERA, 6.8 K-BB%) through his limited sample of big-league action to date and wasn't especially impressive over a larger body of work at Triple-A Reno earlier this season, making it tough to recommend him as a streaming option while he faces off Monday against one of the American League's top lineups.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two runs over four frames Cecconi did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over four innings against Colorado. He struck out four.

Impact Cecconi struggled in the opening frame, allowing a walk and three hits, including a solo home run to Ryan McMahon. He would throw three scoreless innings from that point on but was relieved by Tyler Gilbert in the bottom of the fifth after hitting Ezequiel Tovar with a pitch to begin the frame. The 24-year-old right-hander has now allowed two runs in two of his three appearances this season, while his 76 pitches Wednesday marked his season high.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works out of bullpen Friday Cecconi made his most recent appearance out of the bullpen in Friday's 10-5 loss to the Padres, striking out one over 1.2 scoreless innings while allowing one hit and no walks.

Impact After being called up from Triple-A Reno on Aug. 2, Cecconi made a 4.2-inning start against the Giants later that day. He then went unused for the next eight days before the Diamondbacks summoned him from the bullpen early in Friday's contest while starter Ryne Nelson labored through three innings. The Diamondbacks haven't clarified Cecconi's role moving forward, but he seems likely to serve as either a traditional starter or bulk-relief option. Arizona is treating Tuesday's game in Colorado as a bullpen day while no starter has been confirmed for Wednesday's series finale, so Cecconi could be an option to cover multiple innings on either of those days.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fades in fifth inning Cecconi allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out two over 4.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Wednesday.

Impact Cecconi was cruising until the fifth inning, when he gave up three baserunners and both of the runs on his line. His strikeout stuff didn't materialize in his major-league debut, but he had a 104:29 K:BB over 103 innings with Triple-A Reno prior to his call-up. He'll need a bit more leeway from manager Torey Lovullo to be in a spot to earn wins -- the rookie threw just 59 pitches (36 strikes) in this outing. The Diamondbacks have two off days next week, so Cecconi may have to settle for a bulk-relief outing if he remains in the majors.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for MLB debut Arizona selected Cecconi's contract from Triple-A Reno ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday against the Giants.

Impact Cecconi has struggled to a 6.38 ERA in 103 innings (20 starts) this season in the Pacific Coast League, but the Diamondbacks need a fill-in for Tommy Henry, who landed on the injured list this past Sunday due to left elbow inflammation. Cecconi does have good control, so maybe he'll be able to work deep and rack up some strikeouts in what will be his major-league debut at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Cecconi is listed as the probable starter for Wednesday's game against San Francisco.

Impact Cecconi will be making his MLB debut Wednesday. The 24-year-old right-hander has toiled for Triple-A Reno in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League, posting a 6.38 ERA and 1.38 WHIP over 20 starts (103 innings). Cecconi is filling in for the injured Tommy Henry (elbow), who may need more than the 15-day minimum before returning.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join big-league rotation The Diamondbacks plan to call up Cecconi from Triple-A Reno this week to replace the injured Tommy Henry (elbow) in the rotation, John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports reports.

Impact Arizona has yet to confirm that Cecconi will be promoted, but the 24-year-old right-hander is expected to be formally called up Wednesday to start or serve as a primary pitcher later that day in San Francisco. While pitching in the hitter-friendly confines of the Pacific Coast League, Cecconi has posted a 6.38 ERA and 1.38 WHIP in 103 innings. Keeping the ball in the yard (2.01 HR/9) has been an issue for Cecconi, but he's done a decent job of making bats miss (23.1 K%) while also keeping his walks in check (6.4 BB%). Cecconi could have some longevity in the Arizona rotation if he comes through with a serviceable outing in his MLB debut.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be rotation fill-in Cecconi is the most likely internal candidate to fill the rotation spot made available after the Diamondbacks placed Tommy Henry (elbow) on the injured list, Nick Piecoro of the Ar...

Impact Given the high asking price for starting pitching on the trade market, the Diamondbacks may opt to use internal candidates to fill in for Henry, who will miss at least 15 days. Cecconi's overall numbers at Triple-A Reno don't excite -- 4-8, 6.38 ERA, 2.0 HR/9 -- but the right-hander's work since the middle of June shows improvement. Another righty, Bryce Jarvis, is also being considered.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE