Diamondbacks Pitcher Zac Gallen Agrees to 1-Year Deal

The right-hander will return to Arizona on a $22.025 million contract.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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According to a person familiar with the deal, right-handed pitcher Zac Gallen has agreed to a one-year, $22.025 million contract to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Why it matters

Gallen has been a key part of the Diamondbacks' pitching rotation over the past few seasons, and retaining him on a one-year deal provides stability and continuity for the team's pitching staff.

The details

The 27-year-old Gallen has spent the last four seasons with the Diamondbacks after being acquired in a trade from the Miami Marlins in 2019. He has established himself as one of the team's top starters, posting a 3.41 ERA over 89 career games with Arizona.

  • The deal was agreed to on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Zac Gallen

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher who has been a key part of the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching rotation over the past few seasons.

Arizona Diamondbacks

A Major League Baseball team based in Phoenix, Arizona that competes in the National League West division.

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The takeaway

Retaining Zac Gallen on a one-year deal provides the Diamondbacks with stability and continuity in their pitching staff, as they look to build on their recent success and compete in the NL West division.