Diamondbacks target pitching and left-handed hitting before trade deadline
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Ahead of the August 3 trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks are focused on acquiring a starting pitcher and a left-handed bat, according to general manager Mike Hazen. Hazen emphasized that both needs are of equal importance. While the Diamondbacks have potential returns from injuries on the way, the GM expressed concern over the critical month of August, which features a demanding schedule with 29 games in 30 days against several contending teams. Hazen indicated the team is also open to adding position players who can hit against right-handed pitching.
- •Diamondbacks aim to strengthen starting pitching and left-handed hitting.
- •GM Mike Hazen highlights the urgency before the August 3 deadline.
- •Team has injured pitchers expected to return soon.
- •August schedule includes key matchups against strong contenders.
- •Diamondbacks open to adding players who hit right-handers well.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Diamondbacks at the MLB Trade Deadline
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Diamondbacks and the MLB Trade Deadline
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks GM identifies 2 biggest needs ahead of trade deadline
"The Arizona Diamondbacks' top priorities ahead of the trade deadline are starting pitching help and a left-handed bat.
"With so many team needs, who might the Diamondbacks reasonably target for acquisition before Monday’s deadline?
"As the Monday trade deadline approaches, what solutions loom as the biggest needs for Arizona?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 5:00 PMThe Diamondbacks at the MLB Trade Deadline
With so many team needs, who might the Diamondbacks reasonably target for acquisition before Monday’s deadline?
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 5:00 PMThe Diamondbacks and the MLB Trade Deadline
As the Monday trade deadline approaches, what solutions loom as the biggest needs for Arizona?
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 8:34 PMDiamondbacks GM identifies 2 biggest needs ahead of trade deadline
The Arizona Diamondbacks' top priorities ahead of the trade deadline are starting pitching help and a left-handed bat.
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