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Diamondbacks move Zac Gallen to IL, recall Mitch Bratt

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The Arizona Diamondbacks placed right‑hander Zac Gallen on the 15‑day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. Gallen, who was slated to start the final game before the All‑Star break, had been 0‑5 with an 8.24 ERA in his last eight outings, bringing his season record to 3‑9 with a 6.34 ERA over 19 starts. Manager Torey Lovullo said the decision came after Gallen reported discomfort and will be evaluated during the break.

Left‑hander Mitch Bratt was recalled to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, marking his second stint on the roster. Bratt, 23, debuted on June 24, allowing one run over three innings versus the St. Louis Cardinals. The move gives Arizona a fresh arm as they prepare for the post‑break schedule.

Gallen’s injury adds pressure to a rotation that has struggled, while Bratt’s opportunity could influence the team's depth and performance against division rivals. The Diamondbacks aim to stabilize pitching before the second half of the season.