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As Martinez questions swirl, optimistic D-backs open camp

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 22, 2017, file photo, Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond reacts after striking out against Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Godley to end the bottom of the fourth inning of a baseball game in Denver. The Rockies are counting on a bounce-back campaign from Desmond and shortstop Trevor Story in conjunction with big seasons from other position players to make a run at back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time in team history. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Martinez gone but D-backs return formidable roster

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Monday, Aug. 14, 2017 file photo, Chicago Cubs catcher Alex Avila snags a wide throw from second baseman Tommy La Stella during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Chicago. The Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized an $8.25 million, two-year contract with free agent catcher Alex Avila, Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

D-backs finalize $8.25M, 2-year deal with catch Alex Avila

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

Corbin, D-backs reach $7.5M, 1-year deal, avoid arbitration

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts watches during the fifth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Dave Roberts is again the favorite to win NL manager of the year

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Diamondbacks promote Narron to bench coach

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Tony La Russa leaving Diamondbacks organization

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Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen, left, speaks during a news conference as Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, right, listens at Chase Field Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017, in Phoenix. The Diamondbacks were eliminated from the baseball playoffs in the National League Division Series by the Los Angeles Dodgers. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Diamondbacks had great year despite postseason loss

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Cody Bellinger falls in the dugout after catching a foul ball by Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeff Mathis during the fifth inning of game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Bellinger, Dodgers beat D-backs 3-1 to return to NLCS

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Justin Turner watches his three-run home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of Game 1 of a baseball National League Division Series in Los Angeles, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Turner’s record 5 RBIs drive Dodgers to 9-5 win over D-backs

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager throws during batting practice before Game 1 of the baseball team's National League Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Los Angeles, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Dodgers keep Baez on playoff roster; D-backs make 2 changes

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Arizona Diamondbacks' Archie Bradley celebrates his two-run triple against the Colorado Rockies during the seventh inning of the National League wild-card playoff baseball game, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Bradley’s stunning triple helps D-backs outslug Rockies 11-8

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

The Arizona Diamondbacks celebrate after the National League wild-card playoff baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, in Phoenix. The Diamondbacks won 11-8 to advance to an NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Dodgers host D-backs in NL West rivals’ 1st playoff meeting

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Arizona Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez (28) high-fives Jake Lamb (22) after they scored on a two-run triple by A.J. Pollock during the eighth inning of the National League wild-card playoff baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

A capsule look at the Diamondbacks-Dodgers playoff series

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

FILe - This is a 2016 file photo showing Ariel Prieto of the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team. Diamondbacks coach Ariel Prieto says it was a mistake for him to wear an Apple Watch in the dugout during the NL wild-card game against Colorado. Prieto told reporters on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017, that he didn't use the watch for any illicit purpose and that it was on &quot;airplane mode&quot; during the game, a setting that shuts off any of the watch's communication abilities. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)

D-backs coach apologizes for wearing Apple Watch in dugout

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Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder J.D. Martinez smiles as he talks with another player during practice Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, at Chase Field for a National League wild-card playoff baseball game in Phoenix. The Diamondbacks face the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Martinez a magnificent mid-season addition in Arizona

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2017, file photo, Colorado Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez follows the flight of his two-run home run off San Diego Padres starting pitcher Jordan Lyles in the fifth inning of a baseball game in Denver. Struggling at the plate early, the Colorado Rockies outfielder tossed and turned at night before visiting a sleep specialist. It’s awakened his bat as the Rockies are headed to their first postseason since 2009. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

A capsule look at the Rockies-Diamondbacks playoff game

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Veteran Kansas City Royals players Lorenzo Cain (6), Eric Hosmer (35) and Mike Moustakas (8) acknowledge the crowd as they come out of a baseball game during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Royals say farewell to free agents in 14-2 loss to Arizona

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Kansas City Royals' Mike Moustakas, left, Whit Merrifield, center, and Eric Hosmer, right, celebrate their win over the Arizona Diamondbacks at the end of a baseball game at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)

Kennedy gets home win as Royals top Arizona 2-1

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Kansas City Royals' Whit Merrifield, right, is caught stealing third by Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) during the sixth inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Bonifacio’s HR helps Royals rally to beat Diamondbacks 4-3

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