Castellanos expected to start for the Diamondbacks against the Rockies
The Rockies will start Antonio Senzatela on Wednesday and the Diamondbacks are expected to counter with Humberto CastellanosJULY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kelly expected to start as Diamondbacks host the Rockies
The Rockies will start Jon Gray on Tuesday and the Diamondbacks are expected to counter with Merrill KellyJULY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goes four innings in rehab Widener (groin) allowed four runs over four innings for High-A Hillsboro on Saturday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
Impact This was the second time in as many rehab outings that Widener posted unimpressive results. Earlier last week, he was touched for five runs in 2.2 innings, but manager Torey Lovullo is not interested in results as much as health. "The fact is, he got through the outing, he felt real good and he was throwing his fastball where he wanted to and with the velocity we would expect," the manager said. The Diamondbacks could activate him for one start before the All-Star break, but they have not divulged any plans for the right-hander's next step.
JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
DeSclafani dominates, Posey leaves game, Giants win 5-2
Anthony DeSclafani threw 8 2/3 effective innings, Austin Slater and Darin Ruf both homered and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 for their third straight v...JULY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DeSclafani scheduled to start for Giants at Diamondbacks
The Giants will start Anthony DeSclafani on Sunday while the Diamondbacks are expected to counter with Caleb SmithJULY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Faria expected to start as Diamondbacks host the Giants
The Giants will start Sammy Long on Saturday while the Diamondbacks are expected to counter with Jake FariaJULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Second rehab start scheduled Widener (groin) will throw a second rehab start Saturday for High-A Hillsboro, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Widener's first rehab start was Monday with the team's entry in the Arizona Complex League, and he was knocked around over 2.2 innings in that outing. However, results are less important than putting in the work, building arm strength and getting the pitch count up.
JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Giants look to break 4-game losing streak against Diamondbacks
San Francisco heads into the matchup against Arizona in a rut, losers of four straightJULY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Diamondbacks look to break 4-game losing streak against Giants
Arizona will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Diamondbacks take on San FranciscoJULY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Makes rehab start Monday Widener (groin) allowed five runs and two home runs over 2.2 innings in a rehab start Monday for the ACL D-backs.
Impact Widener had been scheduled for a simulated game, but the Diamondbacks altered course and had him throw in the Arizona Complex League (formerly the rookie-level Arizona League) against an affiliate of the Cubs. While the results weren't pretty, manager Torey Lovullo accentuated the positive. He was pleased the pitcher felt good after throwing and noted Widener's health is more important than the results.
JUNE 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Diamondbacks look to stop 3-game losing streak against Cardinals
Arizona heads into the matchup against St. Louis in a rut, losers of three straightJUNE 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Smith expected to start for the Diamondbacks against Cardinals
The Cardinals will roll out Carlos Martinez to the mound Tuesday and the Diamondbacks will give Caleb Smith the startJUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Faria scheduled to start for Arizona against St. Louis
The Cardinals will send Wade LeBlanc to the mound Monday and the Diamondbacks plan to give Jake Faria the startJUNE 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sim game Monday Widener (groin) will throw 55 pitches in a simulated game Monday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Widener's ramped up his activity recently and should be on the verge of a rehab assignment.
JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kelly scheduled to start for Diamondbacks at Padres
The Diamondbacks will start Merrill Kelly on Saturday and the Padres are expected to counter with Dinelson LametJUNE 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paddack expected to start for the Padres against the Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks will start Corbin Martin on Friday while the Padres are expected to counter with Chris PaddackJUNE 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Throws sim game Widener (groin) threw two innings and 36 pitches in a live batting practice/simulated game environment Tuesday.
Impact This was the injured starter's second such session after throwing 31 pitches and taking fielding practice June 18. The right-hander has been dealing with a right groin strain that's limited him to 1.2 innings since April 22. He'll need to get that pitch count up before returning to the rotation and likely accomplish that while on a rehab assignment.
JUNE 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Smith expected to start as Diamondbacks host the Brewers
The Brewers will start Brandon Woodruff on Wednesday and the Diamondbacks are expected to counter with Caleb SmithJUNE 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Arizona in action against Milwaukee following Kelly's strong showing
Arizona looks to follow up a dominant outing by Monday starter Merrill KellyJUNE 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kelly helps D-backs end 17-game skid, beat Brewers 5-1
Merrill Kelly pitched seven effective innings, Ketel Marte had two hits and the Arizona Diamondbacks finally snapped a 17-game losing streak by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 on...JUNE 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Facing hitters Tuesday Widener (groin) will pitch against live hitters Tuesday, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports.
Impact The right-hander landed on the shelf in late May with a strained right groin, and he appears to be nearing the end of his rehab program. Widener figures to require rehab assignment before rejoining Arizona's rotation, which could be up next if Tuesday's session goes smoothly.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zach Buchanan: Diamondbacks injury updates: - Righties Taylor... - The Athletic Diamondbacks injury updates: - Righties Taylor Widener and J.B. Bukauskas will face hitters tomorrow. One of them will be Kole Calhoun. - Re...
JUNE 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Diamondbacks look to break 17-game losing streak against Brewers
Arizona will try to break its 17-game losing streak when the Diamondbacks take on MilwaukeeJUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dodgers take on the Diamondbacks following Buehler's strong outing
Los Angeles looks to follow up a strong showing by Saturday starter Walker BuehlerJUNE 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Los Angeles faces Arizona, aims to build on Bauer's solid performance
Los Angeles looks to follow up a dominant outing by Friday starter Trevor BauerJUNE 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
