Pavin Smith

The Diamondbacks signed 1B/OF Pavin Smith to a one-year, $2.25 million deal to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is entering his second year of arbitration. He is coming off slashing .258/.362/.434 with eight home runs and 28 RBI. He figures to be the primary first baseman for Arizona heading into next season.

The Arizona Diamondbacks transferred Pavin Smith to the 60-day injured list on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

While Smith has not officially been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season, the move to the 60-day injured list gives Elvin Rodriguez a spot on the 40-man roster after he was claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles.

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said that Pavin Smith is "trending toward" missing the remainder of the season due to a left quad strain.

Fantasy Impact

This marks the second time this season Smith has landed on the injured list, having just been activated on August 18 from an oblique injury. With Arizona six games behind a wild card spot, it wouldn't be surprising if Smith is indeed out for the remainder of the season. Tyler Locklear will take on the primary role at first base.

The Diamondbacks placed 1B Pavin Smith on the 10-day injured list with a left quad strain.

Fantasy Impact

Smith lands on the IL as had been reported. He is without a clear timetable to return.

The Diamondbacks are expected to place Pavin Smith on the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Smith departed Wednesday's game early with a quad injury. It will likely be made official on Friday.