Diamondbacks call up reliever Dennis Santana ahead of Braves matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks called up reliever Dennis Santana from Triple-A Reno before their game against the Atlanta Braves on August 16. Santana, 30, signed a one-year minor league free agent contract and has had stints with multiple major league teams. He replaces left-hander Philip Abner, who was designated for assignment after a recent appearance. The game features starting pitchers Michael Soroka for the Diamondbacks and Bryce Elder for the Braves, both having faced challenges in previous outings.
- •Dennis Santana called up from Triple-A Reno ahead of Braves game.
- •Philip Abner designated for assignment after recent performance.
- •Michael Soroka returns from injury for the Diamondbacks.
- •Bryce Elder starts for the Braves, struggling in recent outings.
- •Game is set to take place at Chase Field.
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks vs. Braves. Pitcher Dennis Santana called up from Reno
"The Arizona Diamondbacks called up veteran reliever Dennis Santana prior to Aug. 16's game against the Atlanta Braves.
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