Arizona adds two players to its roster.

This veteran outfielder is not likely to stick in Arizona on his current contract, if at all.

Diamondbacks replace Gurriel with Del Castillo

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to bolster their lineup ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.Philadelphia is expected to pursue a bat to play in the outfield after Adolis Garcia is out for the season. The Phillies have been connected to several outfielders, and now MLB insider Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that Philadelphia […] The post Phillies Linked to 24-Home Run Slugger to Bolster Offense in Bold Move appeared first on HEAVY.

The Philadelphia Phillies have set their sights on an Arizona Diamondbacks veteran.

The Philadelphia Phillies have seen their name thrown in MLB trade rumors a lot recently, including this morning. Bob Nightengale from USA today noted two right-handed bats that they have included on their trade targets list. Here’s the names as well as some analysis and thoughts. Phillies Trade Target #1: Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Lourdes Gurriel […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Rumors: 2 Impact Bats Emerging As Trade Deadline Targets appeared first on Stadium Rant.

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks fans had little to cheer about through the first three innings Friday night, but outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. gave them a moment they won’t forget.

Nolan Arenado and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had run-scoring hits and Arizona's eventual winning run scored on a passed ball — all in the ninth inning — as the Diamondbacks beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-3 Tuesday night. All the runs in the game were scored in the ninth inning. The Diamondbacks managed just three hits in the first eight innings.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting a major boost to their lineup as Lourdes Gurriel Jr. returns from the injured list.