Diamondbacks Prepare for Spring Training as Pitchers, Catchers Report

Arizona looks to build around new offseason acquisitions and address roster holes

Feb. 10, 2026 at 10:23am

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The Arizona Diamondbacks have begun spring training as pitchers and catchers reported to Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. The team is focused on welcoming new players, building team chemistry, and addressing key roster needs after trading away some contributors from last season.

Why it matters

The Diamondbacks are looking to build on their 2023 World Series appearance and return to the playoffs in 2026. However, they face questions about their lineup and pitching staff after some key departures, making spring training an important time to integrate new players and establish team identity.

The details

The Diamondbacks made some notable offseason moves, trading away utility player Blaze Alexander and outfielder Jake McCarthy while acquiring veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado and reliever Kade Strowd. Ace pitcher Brandon Pfaadt emphasized the importance of welcoming new faces and building team chemistry during spring training. The team also has injury concerns, with lefty Andrew Saalfrank out for the season after shoulder surgery and outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. still recovering from a torn ACL.

  • Pitchers and catchers reported to spring training on February 10, 2026.
  • The Diamondbacks open their spring training schedule on February 20, 2026 against the Rockies.

The players

Brandon Pfaadt

The Diamondbacks' ace pitcher who discussed the team's focus on integrating new players and building chemistry during spring training.

Blaze Alexander

A utility player traded by the Diamondbacks to the Orioles in the offseason.

Jake McCarthy

An outfielder traded by the Diamondbacks to the Rockies in the offseason.

Nolan Arenado

An eight-time All-Star third baseman signed by the Diamondbacks in the offseason.

Carlos Santana

A 16-year veteran who will split time at first base with Pavin Smith.

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What they’re saying

“It's just about getting everybody healthy and back going. I think it's just connecting the dots. I think we have a lot of new faces, a lot of old faces, and putting them together and starting the season out strong and finishing strong is the key, and I think we have the tools to do that.”

— Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks Pitcher

“That's the whole point of it is getting ready for the season and meeting the new players that you bring in and building that chemistry and culture like Torrey [Lovullo] always talks about. I think that's what we're here to do is to get ready for the season and do those things.”

— Brandon Pfaadt, Diamondbacks Pitcher

What’s next

The Diamondbacks open their spring training schedule on February 20, 2026 against the Rockies at Salt River Fields.

The takeaway

The Diamondbacks face some key roster questions this spring as they look to build on their 2023 World Series appearance, but the focus on integrating new players and establishing team chemistry will be crucial as they aim to return to the playoffs in 2026.