Diamondbacks struggle offensively ahead of MLB trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks are facing challenges with their offense as the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches. Despite standout performances from players like Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte, the team ranks among the bottom five in offensive performance at first base, designated hitter, center field, and left field. Currently, Arizona holds a.686 OPS, ranking 26th in MLB. They need to bolster these positions before the August 3 deadline, with potential trade options available in the outfield and first base as listed by Tim Britton of The Athletic.
- •Diamondbacks rank 30th at first base, 29th in center field, and 27th at designated hitter.
- •Team's OPS stands at.686, ranking 26th in MLB.
- •Key positions needing upgrades include left field, center field, and designated hitter.
- •Trade options include outfielders Jarren Duran and Byron Buxton.
- •Deadline for trades is August 3, 2026.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks have four huge offensive problems to fix by MLB trade deadline
"The D-Backs offense is not playing well enough this season.
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