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Jake Oliver

Jake Oliver

Joined: Aug 2, 2023

Jake Oliver is a Baseball Reporter for Arizona Diamondbacks ON SI. His passion is statistics along with all things MLB. Jake used to be the site expert for Venom Strikes. Be sure to follow him for Diamondbacks updates, Dbacks breaking news, Star Wars love, and more on Twitter @DarthDbacks

Amarillo Sod Poodles Tim Tawa (10) slides in safely at second base, in a Texas League Championship game against the Arkansas Travelers, Tuesday night, September 26, 2023, at Hodgetown, in Amarillo, Texas. The Arkansas Travelers won 6-5.
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

The Diamondbacks Announce September Players of the Month

The D-backs announced their Player and Pitcher of the Month for September to cap off their 2024 Awards

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Aug 25, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Adrian Del Castillo (25) celebrates scoring a run against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Diamondbacks Announce Minor League Players of the Year

The D-backs announced their 2024 Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year and they're no surprises

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Sep 30, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks News

New York Mets Clinch, Chris Sale Scratched for Game Two

With the Mets winning game one of the doubleheader, the D-backs playoffs hopes rest on New York beating the Atlanta Braves

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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
Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

A Deep Look at D-backs Catcher's ERA is Quite Illuminating

A study into the catcher's ERA with Diamondbacks pitching staff and how Gabriel Moreno and company have done

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Sep 24, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (7) slides into second base in front of San Francisco Giants shortstop Brett Wisely (0) in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

D-backs Routed 11-0 as Their Playoff Hopes Dim

The Diamondbacks quiet night at the plate coupled with a poor outing from Brandon Pfaadt damaged their playoff hopes

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Sep 22, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks News

D-backs Manager Torey Lovullo at the Dish

Diamondbacks Manager Torey Lovullo spoke to the media about numerous topics like Jeff Banister, Ketel Marte, his pre-game ritual, and more

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Sep 19, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt (32) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

D-backs Place Faith in Pfaadt to Win Tuesday Vs Giants

Brandon Pfaadt will need to be phenomenal and the D-backs offense needs to bounce back in must-win game

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Aug 25, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Adrian Del Castillo (25) celebrates scoring a run against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Reno Aces Announce Awards for 2024 Season

Star Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Adrian Del Castillo wins the biggest honor but there's plenty more to give out

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Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Yu-Min Lin during spring training workouts at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale on Feb. 15, 2024.
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Top D-backs Pitching Prospect Yu-Min Lin has Strong Reno Debut

The left-hander showcased his lethal off-speed pitches in a playoff game for the Aces

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Visalia Rawhide's Druw Jones bats Tuesday, April 11, 2023 against the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. 0411 Bb Rc Rawhide 7523t Syndication Visalia Times Delta
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Single-A Visalia Rawhide Awarded Four All-Stars for 2024 Season

Two top Diamondbacks prospects named All-Stars plus two more prospects that are making a name for themselves

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Sep 11, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) throws against the Texas Rangers in the seventh inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

Jordan Montgomery Makes Return to Rotation with D-backs Needing Win

The Diamondbacks are looking to get even in the series in Colorado and maintain their Wild Card positioning for playoffs.

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Amarillo Sod Poodles Tim Tawa (10) slides in safely at second base, in a Texas League Championship game against the Arkansas Travelers, Tuesday night, September 26, 2023, at Hodgetown, in Amarillo, Texas. The Arkansas Travelers won 6-5.
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Which Amarillo Sod Poodles Emerged This Year?

Find out below which Arizona Diamondbacks prospects had a standout season for Double-A Amarillo Sod Poodles

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