The Arizona Diamondbacks missed the postseason in 2024 after finishing third in the National League West.
A year removed from a 2023 World Series appearance, the Diamondbacks were unable to create the same magic.
This offseason, the Diamondbacks added a key piece to their rotation as they signed starting pitcher Corbin Burnes from the Baltimore Orioles.
Along with Burnes, the Diamondbacks also made a trade with the Cleveland Guardians to acquire first baseman Josh Naylor.
MLB insider Ken Rosenthal recently revealed why the Diamondbacks appeal to free agents.
“This team, the Arizona Diamondbacks, is the only team to train in the spring in the same city in which it plays in the regular season,” Rosenthal said, via Foul Territory.
FT Senior Insider @Ken_Rosenthal on why Arizona has a built-in advantage for a lot of free agents
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Rosenthal also mentioned that a lot of players live in the Arizona area and that the tax rates are good.
He brings up some points that aren’t thought about by fans, but players likely want to be at home as much as possible.
Although Rosenthal said the Diamondbacks are appealing to free agents, they have only brought in Burnes so far this offseason.
It will be interesting to see if some of Rosenthal’s points lure other free agents to Arizona before the 2025 season begins.
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