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Santiago Espinal signs minor league deal with Arizona Diamondbacks

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Santiago Espinal signs minor league deal with Arizona Diamondbacks

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Santiago Espinal, a former utility infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has signed a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 31-year-old will join the Reno Aces, the Diamondbacks' Triple-A affiliate, after being released by the Dodgers in June. Espinal played 36 games with Los Angeles this season, hitting.268 with one home run. Arizona is seeking extra infield depth amid injuries to players like Ketel Marte and Nolan Arenado. Espinal's performance at Reno will determine if he will return to the major leagues with Arizona.

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•Espinal signed with Arizona after a stint with Los Angeles Dodgers.
•He recorded a.268 batting average in 36 games with the Dodgers.
•Espinal will report to the Reno Aces for the remainder of the season.
•The Diamondbacks have injuries impacting their infield depth.
•Arizona previously played all games against the Dodgers this season.

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