The Arizona Diamondbacks are currently in the heart of the 2024 MLB Playoff competition.
Could they make some moves at the MLB trade deadline in 2024 to go for another World Series triumph after winning the National League last season?
Check out the most recent trade rumors, conjecture, and updates on Torey Lovullo’s team before the July 30 trade deadline.
Will the Diamondbacks buy at the deadline? How aggressively could they trade?
What positions might the Diamondbacks strive to shore up or improve for the balance of the 2024 MLB season, as well as in future transactions?
Keep checking back for more Diamondbacks trade updates before the 2024 MLB trade deadline.
The Arizona Republic: Diamondbacks ‘looking to add’ at 2024 MLB trade deadline
Nick Piecoro writes: “When the month began, the Diamondbacks’ direction was uncertain. They were languishing below .500. They had a tough stretch of schedule ahead of them. There was a chance they could find themselves buried amidst a slew of contenders in the National League wild-card race. But Hazen seems to have some confidence about the way things are trending.”
The Arizona Republic: Where might the DBacks see a need as trade deadline approaches?
Nick Piecoro writes: “More than likely, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ recent hot streak has removed any directional uncertainty from their trade deadline approach. … the Diamondbacks … look like buyers. Maybe not super-aggressive, all-in buyers, but certainly a club that will look to add. Of course, that could still change … but it feels like GM Mike Hazen’s course is more or less settled. What seems less clear, however, is whether he will need to add starting pitching. That question might be one Hazen considers up until the final day, while gathering information both on the field and behind the scenes.”
Burn City Sports: Diamondbacks face dilemma with starting pitching at trade deadline
Michael McDermott writes: “The Diamondbacks are stuck between a rock and a hard place with what they can do with their starting rotation, with either choice having the potential to backfire if they miss the playoffs. Either they didn’t do enough to shore up the rotation or they gave up a significant prospect haul to not improve their season situation. It will be interesting to see what Hazen does in the final week leading up to the deadline.”
Yardbarker: Diamondbacks could use aid in the bullpen at MLB trade deadline.
According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, the D-backs are specifically looking for a left-handed reliever to boost their bullpen. Last year, at the deadline, the Diamondbacks chose to acquire closer Paul Sewald from the Seattle Mariners. Sewald ultimately had a significant impact on Arizona’s World Series success. Sports Illustrated: What infielders may the Diamondbacks deal for at the 2024 MLB trade deadline?
Aaron Hughes writes: “The 2024 Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, and with the Arizona Diamondbacks positioning themselves to be buyers, I compiled a list of infielders who could meet the team’s needs. Not long ago, an infielder, specifically a third baseman, would have the top of Mike Hazen’s midsummer shopping list.” Clutch Points: Diamondbacks looking to buy before the MLB trade deadline.
Sam DiGiovanni writes: “The Diamondbacks have plenty of alternatives up and down the roster, but they may have to make some difficult decisions about whether those possibilities can be trusted down the stretch of the season. In addition to adding more relief pitchers, how much more room do they have for expansion? Not much. Merrill Kelly and Eduardo Rodriguez are effectively missing seasons as Jordan Montgomery joins them on the injured list. Zac Gallen, who had previously suffered with an injury, has received little support in the rotation. However, how many outside possibilities can Arizona bring in after making Two significant free-agent moves to support the three starters who propelled them to the World Series?
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