Diamondbacks plan to pursue trades before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen confirmed he intends to be active at the upcoming trade deadline. In a recent radio interview, Hazen stated, "I’m planning on buying," indicating the team's strategy to enhance their roster. Currently, the team faces challenges, including a struggling pitcher, Zac Gallen, whose performance has declined significantly this season. Additionally, the Diamondbacks recently released Luken Baker from their Triple-A affiliate. As the deadline approaches, the team's intentions suggest a focus on improving immediate performance and competitiveness.
- •Mike Hazen confirms intention to buy at trade deadline.
- •Zac Gallen's performance has worsened this season.
- •Diamondbacks release Luken Baker from Triple-A.
- •Team aims to enhance competitiveness ahead of playoffs.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks to buy at the deadline
"Diamondbacks News (SI.com) Hopeful Diamondbacks Plan To Buy at Trade Deadline It was hardly even a question, thrown in at the end of a radio interview, but Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen went out of his way to give a definitive, strong statement on his trade deadline plans. “I’m planning on buying,” Hazen said, […]
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