Arizona Diamondbacks trio returns to the fold on rehab with Reno on Aug. 12 as Gabriel Moreno, Pavin Smith and Ildemaro Vargas begin the path back from injury. Moreno (fractured right index finger), Smith (oblique strain) and Vargas (broken bone in right foot) have been active in Salt River Fields workouts and complex games, with Lovullo indicating a staggered return around the homestand that follows a brief road stint to Texas and Colorado. The plan centers on reintegrating key pieces without forcing a snap comeback.

Meanwhile, Arizona’s pitching slate leans into a familiar rotation, headlined by Brandon Pfaadt, Tanner Gordon and Ryne Nelson facing Rockies and Rangers opponents in the near term. The club’s Aug. 11-13 itinerary features Nelson vs. Nathan Eovaldi, DeSclafani vs. Jack Leiter, and Zac Gallen against Merrill Kelly, crafting a potential bridge to Moreno, Smith and Vargas rejoining the lineup. The development of Pfaadt’s cutter and the depth provided by the rehab returns could recalibrate the D-Backs’ offensive and defensive balance as they chase a steadying run in August.