"That leaves right-hander as both the final remaining qualified free agent and the best starting pitcher still available. Gallen's market has been a bit deflated coming off the weakest season of his career, though with a lifetime 3.58 ERA and 3.65 FIP across 1007 1/3 big league innings there's no doubt that he could still impact a rotation-needy team if he can get back on track."
"For a qualified free agent who lingers on the market, sometimes a homecoming simply makes the most sense. The Diamondbacks are the only team in the majors that wouldn't forfeit a draft pick in order to bring Gallen into the fold, and that alone makes them a sensible fit. Beyond that, the Arizona pitching staff is in serious need of help."
Gallen stands as the lone qualified free-agent starting pitcher after several impact players signed and one top starter landed elsewhere. His market cooled following the weakest season of his career, but a lifetime 3.58 ERA and 3.65 FIP across 1,007 1/3 innings indicate remaining value if he rebounds. Arizona represents a natural fit because it can sign him without forfeiting a draft pick and has clear pitching depth issues, though payroll limits pose a barrier. Baltimore entered the season seeking rotation upgrades and its recent additions are not guaranteed front-of-the-rotation arms; Gallen offers frontline upside at his best.
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