The less said about the World Series, the better, I feel. But the good news is, we can now start looking forward to the 2026 campaign, because the wheels are in motion. Below, you’ll find an overview of some of the important dates on the calendar, and what they mean for the Diamondbacks. I’ll pin this just off the front page for reference over the winter.

Eligible players file for free agency the day after the World Series ends, beginning a five-day “quiet period” where teams can negotiate with their own free agents, but are unable to sign anyone. Teams must decide whether to extend one-year Qualifying Offers to any free agents. To be eligible for a QO, a player must have spent the entire 2025 season with his team and never previously received one. The obvious name for us will be Zac Gall

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