Kohl Drake
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June 22, 2026
Option to start Wednesday
Drake is an option to start Wednesday against the Cardinals, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports.
Analysis
The Diamondbacks received a boost Sunday when Jose Cabrera filled in for the injured Ryne Nelson (elbow), but the club also needs to deal with another rotation hole created by an injury to Michael Soroka (lower body), whose turn is due Wednesday. Arizona called up Drake, a starter in the minors, on Sunday for potential length out of the bullpen, which was not needed thanks to Cabrera's five-inning effort.
June 21, 2026
Promoted Sunday
The Diamondbacks recalled Drake from Triple-A Reno on Sunday.
Analysis
After being added to the 40-man roster during the offseason, Drake is now on the cusp of making his major-league debut. The left-hander has been working as a starter at Reno but has struggled to a 7.83 ERA, 1.76 WHIP and 48:26 K:BB across 54 innings this year.
