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Kristian Robinson goes untouched in Rule 5 Draft
The Diamondbacks gamble to leave the talented outfielder off the 40-man roster pays off
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Diamondbacks Top 10 Prospects entering the 2024-2025 offseason
A snapshot of the Top 10 prospects in the Diamondbacks organization entering the 2024-25 offseason.
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How Tim Tawa earned a 40-man roster spot
Breaking down his batted ball data from Tawa's end of season stint with Triple-A Reno.
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Diamondbacks add Tim Tawa, Joe Elbis to 40-man roster
The Diamondbacks add two players to their 40-man roster ahead of the deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft.
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Possible 40-man roster candidates for the Diamondbacks
A list of players who could be taken in the Rule 5 Draft in December if left off the Diamondbacks 40-man roster.
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Arizona Fall League Takeaways for Diamondbacks Prospects
My evaluation of the eight prospects who represented the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Arizona Fall League in 2024.
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Kristian Robinson makes case for 40-man roster spot in Arizona Fall League
After hitting .319 with a home run, 9 stolen bases, and a .854 OPS, the former top prospect has forced a tough roster decision for the Diamondbacks.
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Tommy Troy keys Salt River's berth to Arizona Fall League Championship
Troy was 3-for-4 with two doubles, a walk, and scored three runs in a blowout victory over Scottsdale.
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Diamondbacks Fall League Hitter Statcast Data, Part 2
With the Fall League regular season over, we take another look at the batted ball statistics of Gino Groover, Tommy Troy, and Kristian Robinson.
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Philip Abner on Arizona Fall League experience, goals for 2025
The Diamondbacks pitching prospect talked about his Arizona Fall League experience, facing Dylan Crews in college, and improving his arsenal.
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Gino Groover on Arizona Fall League experience
Groover talked about his fun experience in the Arizona Fall League, the lack of slug, and playing for a championship.
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D-backs prospect Tommy Troy on Arizona Fall League experience
The Diamondbacks top prospect elaborated on overcoming adversity, his approach at the plate, and his bond with Gino Groover.
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