Diamondbacks Not Naming a Closer to Begin the Season
The Arizona Diamondbacks will not announce an official closer to begin the 2026 regular season, according to Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. "You'll probably figure it out as I'm doing it," manager Torey Lovullo said on Wednesday when asked about the team's closing role. Justin Martinez (elbow) and A.J. Puk (elbow) will both begin the season on the injured list, so the D-backs will most likely go with a closer-by-committee situation to begin the 2026 season. Martinez had Tommy John surgery last June and probably won't be available in Arizona until the second half of the year. Puk is also rehabbing from Tommy John surgery and probably won't be ready to make his debut until right around the All-Star break. Because of his experience alone, veteran Paul Sewald (86 career saves) might be the favorite for save chances early on, but Taylor Clarke and Ryan Thompson could also get opportunities. It's not an ideal situation to be chasing in fantasy unless you're desperate for saves in deeper leagues.
Source: Arizona Sports - Alex Weiner
Source: Arizona Sports - Alex Weiner
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