Robbie Ray was a starter for the Diamondbacks for five and a half seasons. During his first two seasons with the D-backs, Ray struck out many batters but gave up a considerable number of runs, resulting in losing records. However, 2017 was a significantly different story.

Miguel Batista played for ten teams over his eighteen seasons in the Majors but it was clear that he was at his most productive as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks.  It was also the place where he had his most opportunities as a Starting Pitcher.

Orlando Hudson would be traded to Arizona from the Toronto Blue Jays and the D-Backs were not disappointed with the defensive presence that he would bring to their infield.