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Burnes has not pitched since June 2025 after leaving a game against the Washington Nationals and later undergoing Tommy John surgery.
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Philadelphia Phillies at Arizona Diamondbacks MLB Prediction, Picks & Odds for Sept. 2, 2026
A comprehensive preview, including betting odds and predictions, for the MLB game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks on Sept. 2, 2026.
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Ketel Marte booed in return to Arizona after declining to deliver a message to Diamondbacks fans
Ketel Marte was met with boos in his return to the Diamondbacks lineup against the Phillies after his unexplained absence during the playoff race.
This is a lose-lose situation for the Diamondbacks, as if they punish Marte, they believe he won't stick with the team. But if they don't punish him, like they're doing now, it sets a bad precedent for the other players on the team,
Get the latest updates surrounding the Arizona Diamondbacks and Ketel Marte as they square off against the Chicago Cubs this week.
After a rare Sunday off for the Diamondbacks, the focus shifts to the National League wild-card race when Arizona hosts the Phillies on Aug. 31, 2026.
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Houston Astros' Cristian Javier returns to starting role for series vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Cristian Javier, who'll start the series opener, has had his issues when facing lineups for a second turn through the order.
A couple of nights ago, Diamondbacks outfielder Lars Nootbaar was on the phone with Orioles reliever Ryan Helsley, his former teammate in St. Louis, and the topic turned to what it feels like to be traded during a pennant race,
However, MLB insider Robert Murray of Fansided.com doesn't believe that Arizona will fire Lovullo, revealing five reasons why the Diamondbacks will keep their long-time manager for another season.