Arizona Diamondbacks

Jordan Montgomery struggled mightily in Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Dodgers, surrendering six earned runs on six hits and three walks while striking out only one over three innings.

Fantasy Impact: This performance ballooned his ERA to 5.63 and WHIP to 1.31 for the season, further troubling signs for fantasy managers hoping for a turnaround. With a low strikeout rate of 4.5 K/9 and a FIP of 5.44 indicating his struggles are not just bad luck, Montgomery's role as a viable fantasy starter is increasingly questionable. His inability to limit walks and home runs this season should have managers wary of using him in all but the most favorable matchups.

Gabriel Moreno has been scratched from the Diamondbacks’ lineup Wednesday. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: The team has not stated why Moreno will no longer be playing Wednesday. Tucker Barnhart will draw the start at catcher and hit ninth.

Slade Cecconi will start against the Padres on Friday. (Source: Alex Weiner on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The move will move Cecconi up one day as the team provides Zac Gallen with extra rest. The 24-year-old has a 2.25 ERA, 0.50 WHIP, and 11 strikeouts in two appearances this season.

Zac Gallen (hamstring) will not make his scheduled start Friday as the team gives him extra rest. (Source: Alex Weiner on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Gallen is not having any additional issues with his hamstring, but the team is proceeding with precaution and giving him extra rest. Slade Cecconi will draw the start on Friday against San Diego.

Christian Walker had a standout performance in the Diamondbacks' 4-3 victory over the Dodgers, going 3-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This game highlights Walker's power potential, which has been evident with his seven homers this season. His consistent ability to drive in runs, now totaling 22 RBI, and a solid .283 batting average make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups.

Kyle Nelson (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day IL Tuesday. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Nelson continues to receive second opinions on how to move forward with his injured shoulder. The move clears a roster spot for Brandon Hughes.

The Diamondbacks have selected the contract of Brandon Hughes. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hughes will join the Diamondbacks after a strong start in Triple-A. The 28-year-old has a 1.84 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 10 games with Reno.

The Diamondbacks have optioned Tommy Henry to Triple-A. (Source: Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Henry turned in a solid start Tuesday, allowing two runs over five innings against the Dodgers. The team recalled Brandon Hughes in a corresponding move.

Joc Pederson is out of the lineup for the Diamondbacks Monday. (Source: Alex Weiner on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Pederson will take a seat with a left-hander on the mound for the Dodgers. Blaze Alexander will move into the designated hitter spot and lead off against James Paxton.

Jake McCarthy is out of the Diamondbacks’ lineup Monday. (Source: Alex Weiner on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: McCarthy will get a day off with the Dodgers starting left-hander James Paxton. Randal Grichuk will patrol right field and bat seventh.

Kevin Ginkel tossed a quick 1-2-3 inning on Sunday against the Mariners for the save.

Fantasy Impact: Ginkel needed just nine pitches to record three hits. He remains the closer for Arizona until Paul Sewald returns.

Brandon Pfaadt allowed two runs on five hits over six innings with 11 strikeouts on Sunday against the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact: Pfaadt allowed a leadoff home run to Josh Rojas before he was able to settle in. His off-speed pitches were working all afternoon against Seattle.

Paul Sewald (oblique) will slow down his rehab after experiencing soreness. (Source: Jody Jackson on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Sewald reported feeling soreness after his recent appearance in Triple-A. He did not go ahead with his scheduled bullpen session Saturday. Fantasy managers should expect Sewald to not have a timetable assigned to anytime soon.

Blaze Alexander is back in the lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Seattle Mariners Saturday. (Source: Arizona Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Alexander returns after taking a seat on the bench Friday, starting at shortstop and batting ninth against the Mariners Saturday.

Kevin Newman went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI in the Diamondbacks' 6-1 defeat to the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact: Newman's solo shot provided one of the few highlights for Arizona in a game where their offense largely struggled. Despite this home run, Newman's season has been underwhelming, batting just .186 through 14 games. His power surge in this game could hint at potential improvements, but his low walk rate and high strikeout rate continue to limit his fantasy appeal. Owners should keep expectations in check, as consistent production may still be a ways off for the shortstop.

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. returns to the lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Seattle Mariners Friday. (Source: Arizona Diamondbacks on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Gurriel Jr. is back after taking a seat on the bench Wednesday, patrolling left field and batting third for manager Torrey Lovullo against the Mariners Friday.

Ketel Marte is back in the lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Seattle Mariners Friday. (Source: Arizona Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Marte returns after sitting out Thursday for general rest, batting leadoff and starting at second base against the Mariners Friday.

Ryne Nelson (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, per manager Torey Lovullo. (Source: Theo Mackie on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Nelson landed on the 15-day IL after being hit on the elbow by a comebacker. It is a great sign that he is already ready to throw a bullpen and he has a chance to only miss the minimum 15 days.

Kelly was placed on the 15-day IL with a right shoulder strain Tuesday, and Manager Torey Lovullo has stated that Kelly's return may be in "months" rather than "weeks". (Source: Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic)

Fantasy Impact: The good news is that Kelly won't need surgery on his throwing arm, but the length of his absence looks to be longer than initially thought. Kelly has looked stellar so far this season, posting a 2.19 ERA through four starts. The right-hander now joins Eduardo Rodriguez and Ryne Nelson on the list of injured starters for the reigning NL champs.

Corbin Carroll returns to the lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday. (Source: Arizona Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Carroll is back after taking a seat on the bench for regular rest Tuesday night, patrolling center field and batting seventh against the Cardinals Wednesday.