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Alex Young finally had a poor game via giving up a grand slam. The Diamondbacks kept it tight before another bullpen loss. It is back to .500 for now and it remains unclear if the D-backs will be sellers at the end of the month. The standings still imply that it a wild card spot is in reach, but much of D-backs nation seems to be resigned to the fact that this is a .500 team.
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Cubs May Have Trade Interest in Jarrod Dyson for Outfield Help
The D-backs are already a bit short on outfielders, but this could be the type of trade to signify a “sort of” selling. Sort of giving up, but not completely.
D-backs Farm Rumblings: Yasmany Tomas Raking
He already has 28 home runs and keeps on hitting. Might need an outfielder if a trade for Dyson happens. Doubt his fielding is any better, but it might be time for a promotion at some point. Maybe some time in Reno would have been called for a few years ago.
Adam Jones’ Impact Endures in Baltimore
The Orioles are next in a three game series. If there was ever a time for a sweep to change perspective, this is it.
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The D-backs are .500 as usual, but 12th in the rankings. Frustrating season for a team that should have a better record.