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Towards a 2027 Arizona Diamondbacks Opening Day roster

The Arizona Diamondbacks are already mapping out their 2027 Opening Day lineup, with several key positions locked in amid ongoing uncertainty around the season’s structure. The team’s core includes catcher Gabriel Moreno, shortstop Geraldo Perdomo, third baseman Nolan Arenado, and outfielders Lars Nootbaar, Corbin Carroll, and Ketel Marte.

The pitching staff features established starters like Corbin Burnes, Eduardo Rodriguez, and Merrill Kelly, while Justin Martinez is set to anchor the bullpen, backed by setup men Juan Morillo and Brandyn Garcia. Three spots—first base, center field, and designated hitter—remain unfilled, with the team likely to explore free-agent options like Jake Bauers or Paul Goldschmidt, though financial constraints may limit their flexibility.

The roster projections assume a shortened season, given the looming labor disputes and the expiration of the current collective bargaining agreement.

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