Lewis (illness) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Reno on Tuesday and went 2-for-6 with a home run, three RBI and an additional run.
Lewis served as Reno's designated hitter and made six trips to the plate in his first official game action at any level since April 7. Due to the length of his absence on account of the undisclosed illness, Lewis will almost certainly remain on assignment with Reno through the weekend, and it's possible that his stay on the 10-day injured list could bleed into the upcoming week. Lewis has two minor-league options remaining, and since he doesn't project to hold anything more than a short-side platoon role for the big club, the Diamondbacks could choose to keep him at Reno once he's activated.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Ramping up
Rotowire
Lewis (illness) played in an Arizona Complex League game for the second time in three days Friday, the Arizona Republic reports.
Lewis played left field Wednesday and Friday. The outfielder has been out since April 8, so a significant rehab stint will likely be needed before returning from the injured list.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Several days away
Rotowire
Lewis (undisclosed illness) remains "several days away" from potentially beginning a minor-league rehab assignment, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
It's almost certain that Lewis will require a rehab assignment before rejoining the Diamondbacks. The outfielder, who is getting at-bats at extended spring training, has not played since April 7. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said there's no established timeline for Lewis' return to MLB.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Gets at-bats in XST
Rotowire
Lewis (illness) had four at-bats in an extended spring training game earlier this week.
Lewis was placed on the 10-day injured list April 8 with an undisclosed illness. He reportedly is feeling better and working his way back into baseball shape.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Taking soft toss
Rotowire
Lewis (undisclosed illness) is taking soft toss in a batting cage, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
Lewis has been out of action since April 7 with an undisclosed illness and missed a lot of "baseball time," per Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, who added the outfielder is "a little fatigued." Lewis had started four of the first eight games os the season before being placed on the injured list. Pavin Smith was recalled from Triple-A Reno as a roster replacement and has hit well enough to remain in Arizona.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Rehab stint expected
Rotowire
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo indicated Monday that Lewis (illness) will "probably" require a rehab assignment before returning to the team, Nick Piecoro and Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic report.
Lovullo didn't go into specifics regarding the illness that landed Lewis on the injured list Saturday. "He's probably gonna need to be built back up," the manager said. "He's gonna be on the injured list and then get into a rehab and try to get back onto his feet as soon as possible." Lewis is eligible to come off the IL next Tuesday, April 18. He had been serving as the primary DH against left-handers and was replaced by Josh Rojas on Monday against Milwaukee southpaw Wade Miley.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Heads to IL with illness
Rotowire
The Diamondbacks placed Lewis on the 10-day injured list Saturday with an undisclosed illness.
The Diamondbacks haven't disclosed anything about Lewis other than the fact that it's an illness puts him on the injured list. The club recalled Pavin Smith from Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move. Over 18 plate appearances, Lewis has slashed .167/.167/.389 with a home run and two RBI over six games.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Plays hero as pinch hitter
Rotowire
Lewis hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning off Alex Vesia to account for all of Arizona's offense in a 2-1 win over the Dodgers on Friday.
The 27-year-old was on the bench to begin the game with Dustin May on the mound for Los Angeles. Lewis delivered in a big way when he got a chance to pinch hit, erasing a one-run deficit with a blast to left field for his first hit as a Diamondback. He is expected to see the bulk of his action this season against left-handed pitching, but he could push his way into the regular mix at DH if he continues to come through in the clutch.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: At leadoff for Arizona in opener
Rotowire
Lewis will bat leadoff as the designated hitter in the Diamondbacks' season opener Thursday against the Dodgers.
Lewis was acquired via trade from the Mariners in November and made a terrific impression in Diamondbacks camp this spring, slashing .429/.529/.857 with three home runs and three doubles across 34 plate appearances. The 27-year-old could perhaps be in for a post-hype breakout if his health cooperates. He won AL Rookie of the Year honors during the COVID-shortened 2020 campaign.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: On track for roster spot
Rotowire
Lewis appears to have secured a spot on Arizona's Opening Day roster after Pavin Smith was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Sunday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.
Lewis put his best foot forward during spring training with three home runs and a .480/.581/.960 slash line in 31 appearances, which seems to have earned him a roster spot. The 27-year-old seems unlikely to have an everyday spot in the lineup but could see regular action against left-handed pitchers.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Looks good running
Rotowire
Lewis went 0-for-2 with a walk and a run scored in Sunday's spring game against Kansas City.
Lewis, who was delayed from playing Cactus League games while working to strengthen his legs, ran well while scoring from second base on a double to left field. "It was pretty much a full stride. He looked good. He looks like he's feeling good," manager Torey Lovullo told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. Lewis is in the mix for a final bench spot with Pavin Smith considered his most likely competitor.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Strengthens roster bid
Rotowire
Lewis went 2-for-2 with two doubles and three RBI in Friday's spring game against the Rockies.
Lewis leads the Diamondbacks with nine RBI in the Cactus League after getting a late start due to leg issues. He's looking to nail down a fifth outfield spot with Pavin Smith also in the mix. Each have posted results worthy of making the roster, but the decision likely comes down to which one manager Torey Lovullo thinks he'll use the most. From that perspective, Lewis' right-handed bat might give him an edge in an outfield that has three lefty-batters at the top of the depth chart.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Hitless in debut
Rotowire
Lewis started at designated hitter and went 0-for-3 with a strikeout in Sunday's spring game against Cleveland.
Lewis made his spring debut after dealing with leg issues early in camp. It sounds like the Diamondbacks gave the 27-year-old outfielder, who is coming off a variety of knee injuries the last two seasons, extra preparation more than it was Lewis experiencing anything serious. He could remain a DH-only deployment in the short term before the 2020 AL Rookie of the Year gets a look in the field. Lewis gives the Diamondbacks a right-handed bench bat amid a lefty-dominant lineup.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Making spring debut Sunday
Rotowire
Lewis (leg) will make his spring training debut Sunday against Cleveland, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
The 27-year-old will serve as the D-backs' designated hitter for his first few appearances before eventually working his way back into the outfield mix. Lewis slashed just .143/.226/.304 over 64 major-league plate appearances last season while battling injuries for most of the year, and his 2020 AL Rookie of the Year campaign is getting further in the rearview mirror.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Expected to debut this weekend
Rotowire
Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Lewis (legs) is expected to make his spring training debut "by the weekend," Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
The manager said Lewis has been dealing with leg fatigue, likely the result of numerous knee problems during his major-league career. The outfielder was the AL Rookie of the Year while with the Mariners in 2020 but has done little since.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Delayed for spring action
Rotowire
Lewis is working on strengthening his legs and will be a non-participant in early spring games, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. "We have a plan and a process for him to just continue making sure that he's as game ready as possible," Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said.
Lewis' absence from game action was predetermined. Acquired from Seattle during the offseason, Lewis has dealt with knee problems throughout his career and managed to play in just 100 combined games over the last two years, including minor-league activity.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Reaches deal with Arizona
Rotowire
Lewis agreed to a one-year, $1.61 million contract with the Diamondbacks on Friday to avoid arbitration, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.
It's the first year of arbitration eligibility for Lewis, who was acquired from the Mariners in November. The 2020 AL Rookie of the Year has played in only 54 big-league games across the past two seasons and produced a .215/.301/.366 slash line during that span.
... See More... See Less
Diamondbacks' Kyle Lewis: Dealt to Arizona
Rotowire
Lewis was traded from the Mariners to the Diamondbacks on Thursday in exchange for Cooper Hummel, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Lewis was named the American League Rookie of the Year in 2020, but he appeared in just 54 major-league games over the last two seasons due to injuries and poor production. He slashed .215/.301/.366 with eight homers, 21 runs, 16 RBI and two stolen bases over that stretch but will now have a chance to get a fresh start with the potential to see more playing time in the big leagues with the Diamondbacks.
... See More... See Less
Mariners' Kyle Lewis: Stays put in Triple-A
Rotowire
Lewis, who owns a .290 average and .740 OPS over the first eight games of his current stint with Triple-A Tacoma, was passed over for a Sept. 1 promotion to the Mariners in favor of fellow outfielder Taylor Trammell.
Lewis was initially resistant to playing for the Rainiers once he was optioned Aug. 10 after struggling badly at the big-league level, and once he finally suited up in Tacoma, he went just 1-for-12 with six strikeouts in his first three games. While the 27-year-old has completely turned it around over his subsequent five contests -- a stretch during which he's produced three multi-hit efforts on his way to a .400/.455/.550 slash line with a home run and five RBI -- it appears Lewis will remain on the farm for the balance of the Triple-A regular season in anticipation of a fresh start in spring training with the big-league club.
... See More... See Less
Mariners' Kyle Lewis: Struggling early at Tacoma
Rotowire
Lewis owns just a .200/.231/.200 slash line and a 38.5 percent strikeout rate over the 26 plate appearances covering his first six games since being demoted to Triple-A Tacoma.
The outfielder initially resisted the demotion to the Rainiers and consequently didn't play in his first game for the team until nine days following the move, but if early returns are any indication, Lewis does indeed have some work to do before facing big-league arms again. The 27-year-old has shown some signs of coming around over the last three games by going 4-for-14 with a pair of RBI and a run in that span, yet he's still in search of his first extra-base hit since being sent down.
