Diamondbacks sign MLB veteran Zack Littell during Dodgers series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:32 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed right-hander Zack Littell on August 9, 2026, during their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Littell, a nine-year MLB veteran, was previously with the Washington Nationals, where he had a 4.97 ERA over 14 starts this season. Arizona currently holds the third NL Wild Card spot with a 62-56 record. The team is exploring Littell's versatility to either bolster the rotation or serve as a stretch reliever, particularly with Michael Soroka returning from the injured list. The Diamondbacks split the first two games of the series entering the finale on August 10, 2026.
- •Zack Littell signed with the Diamondbacks on August 9, 2026.
- •He was previously designated for assignment by the Nationals.
- •Littell has a 4.05 career ERA and 566 strikeouts across 257 appearances.
- •Arizona is 62-56, holding the third NL Wild Card position.
- •Michael Soroka is set to return from the injured list on August 11.
- 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Arizona Diamondbacks Sign 9-Year MLB Player During Dodgers Series
"The Arizona Diamondbacks split the first two games of their series with the Los Angeles Dodgers entering Sunday’s series finale.Arizona has put itself firmly in a position over the final 45 games of the regular season to be in contention for a playoff spot, and during Sunday’s game, the team reportedly made a notable roster […] The post Arizona Diamondbacks Sign 9-Year MLB Player During Dodgers Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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