The Arizona Diamondbacks may be headed toward a major shakeup.
Only 2.5 games out of a wild card spot, the D-backs could just as easily be buyers. But mounting injuries may force their hand. All-Star outfielder Corbin Carroll and catcher Gabriel Moreno hit the IL this week. Co-closers A.J. Puk and Justin Martinez, along with frontline starters Corbin Burnes and Jordan Montgomery, are all recovering from recent Tommy John surgeries.
The cruel reality? Arizona might have no choice but to sell. And if they do, they will be at the center of the MLB trade universe, loaded with players who could swing a contender’s fortunes.
5 Diamondbacks Most Likely To Be Moved
1. Zac Gallen (SP)
The former ace hasn’t looked sharp this season (5-9, 5.75 ERA), but his track record, and contract control make him a prized asset. If Arizona listens, Gallen would instantly become one of the top starters available.
2. Merrill Kelly (SP)
More consistent than Gallen this year, Kelly holds a 7-3 record with a 3.39 ERA. On an expiring deal, he is a classic trade-deadline rental who could boost any rotation in October.
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3. Eugenio Suarez (3B)
Power-hitting corner infielder with 25 home runs and a solid glove. His .251 batting average won’t wow scouts, but his ability to change games with one swing might.
4. Josh Naylor (1B/OF)
A steady left-handed bat, Naylor has slashed an impressive .307/.363/.479 over 290 at‑bats, adding 10 home runs and 53 RBIs, resulting in a strong .842 OPS . He has also contributed defensively at first base and the outfield, bringing experience after his 2024 All-Star selection .
5. Shelby Miller (RP)
The veteran reliever has quietly become one of the D‑backs’ most reliable late-inning arms. Miller owns a 1.97 ERA, a 1.03 WHIP, 35 strikeouts, and nine saves through 32 innings . With the bullpen in demand and his contract on the books through 2025, he stands out as a trade asset for contenders needing reliable finishers.
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