The Diamondbacks have shown they would also not like to put Gallen in the discussion. Arizona has been reluctant to make any trades, as the team has hoped it would still remain viable for a playoff berth before the end of July. It looks more unlikely that Arizona will have a chance this season to play in the postseason.

With MLB All-Star weekend closing in, ESPN’s David Schoenfield handed out his midseason grades. The D-backs earned a C. One of the biggest reasons behind the middle-of-the-road grade? Arizona’s starting pitching woes.

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The Diamondbacks star ESPN ranks as new No. 1 trade candidate appeared first on ClutchPoints.The MLB trade deadline is around the corner and ESPN recently updated their 50 trade candidates ranking. Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez was listed as the top target.

If the Chicago Cubs had their way, a third baseman, starting pitcher, and reliever would come their way at the trade deadline. While the perfect storm is unlikely, the Cubs should take as aggressive an approach as possible.

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Arizona Diamondbacks star Eugenio Suarez is blasting home runs at an astonishing rate. He is now tied for second in MLB in homers this year.