Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Jul 8, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) throws down to first base for the out against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 Player Review: Gabriel Moreno

The catcher missed time with multiple injuries but was a steady presence on defense and at the plate.

Jake Oliver
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Jul 8, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) throws down to first base for the out against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 Player Review: Gabriel Moreno

The catcher missed time with multiple injuries but was a steady presence on defense and at the plate.

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Sep 21, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) celebrates in the dug out after hitting a home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the ninth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Sep 15, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) hits a single to center field against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images
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Sep 1, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Dylan Floro (55) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the ninth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Apr 26, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Scott McGough (30) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Sep 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) in the dugout after being pulled in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Arizona Diamondbacks Christian Walker (53) reacts after hitting an RBI-single against the San Francisco Giants in the fourth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 25, 2024.
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Will Christian Walker Stay with the Diamondbacks?

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Sep 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Kevin Ginkel (37) celebrates after beating the San Francisco Giants at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
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Sep 16, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) during the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Sep 24, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) watches against the San Francisco Giants in the eighth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Sep 8, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Ryne Nelson (19) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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What is the Diamondbacks' Pitching Plan for the last 5 Games?

Look for the Diamondbacks to get creative over the final couple of games of the season as they try to lock down a Postseason spot.

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Sep 21, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the ninth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Sep 20, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen (23) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning  at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Sep 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jake McCarthy (31) at bat in the fifth inning for a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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Sep 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (7) loses his helmet as he slides in to score in the eighth inning during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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What Happened to the Diamondbacks' Offense?

The D-backs beed a surge in their final contest with the Rockies, as they head into a crucial end-of-season stretch.

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Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) looks on against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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