# Will the Diamondbacks TRADE Deadline Plans COLLAPSE if This Slide Continues?

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Podcast: [Locked On Diamondbacks - Daily Podcast On The Arizona Diamondbacks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-diamondbacks-daily-podcast-on-the-arizona-diamondbacks-716074)
Published: 2026-06-23T07:00:00+00:00
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Arizona Diamondbacks stumble in another one-run loss as the trade deadline looms. Can Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen stabilize the rotation and rescue the D-backs' postseason hopes, or will injuries and underperforming veterans force a shift toward an all-out youth movement? George Lund breaks down the Diamondbacks’ struggles against winning teams, highlighting the impact of offensive woes from Pavin Smith, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., and Illdemaro Vargas. Key topics include trade deadline strategy, the importance of Tommy Troy and Ryan Waldschmidt’s development, and questions around expiring contracts. With injuries mounting—Jordan Lawlar, Michael Soroka, Ryne Nelson, and Corbin Burnes all sidelined—focus sharpens on whether Arizona should buy, sell, or hand the keys to its next generation. Can the bullpen and upcoming reinforcements like Max Kepler and Brandon Ffaadt spark a resurgence, or is a playoff push slipping away?

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