Randal Grichuk (ankle) will start in left field and bat third in Thursday’s Cactus League game against the Athletics, per team updates, after a brief soreness hiatus.

Fantasy Impact

Grichuk’s left ankle soreness paused him for days, but he’s set to start Thursday versus the Athletics, locked in as the Diamondbacks’ lefty-killer for 2025. The 33-year-old’s ready. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should roster him, banking on his veteran bat for platoon value and solid production against left-handed pitching in Arizona’s outfield early this season.

Randal Grichuk was removed from Monday's game with a left ankle injury.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Torey Lovullo stated that Grichuk was removed due to ankle soreness. He added that the veteran is not expected to miss time.

Randal Grichuk is back in the Diamondbacks lineup on Monday against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Grichuk had been dealing with lower back tightness, not glute discomfort that had previously been reported. He signed a one-year deal with the Diamondbacks in February.

The Diamondbacks have signed Randal Grichuk to a one-year, $5 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Grichuk declined his mutual option with the team, but will now return to Arizona on a one-year pact. The veteran posted a .291 average, with 12 home runs, and 46 RBI in 106 games last season.

The Giants and Randal Grichuk have reportedly had discussions around a deal.

Fantasy Impact

Grichuk hit .291 with 12 home runs across 279 at-bats last season with the Diamondbacks. He'll likely be in a platoon against lefties wherever he ends up.