Latest News About Zac Gallen

Here’s a quick update on Zac Gallen with the latest available context.

• Status: As of early 2026, Zac Gallen remained a prominent free-agent pitcher after declining the Diamondbacks’ qualifying offer earlier in the offseason. Several outlets noted he was a top remaining starter on the market, with multiple teams expressing interest as the market heated up in February 2026.
• Potential destinations: Reported interest from the San Diego Padres, Baltimore Orioles, Chicago Cubs, and Arizona Diamondbacks themselves were mentioned as teams evaluating a possible deal for Gallen for the 2026 season.
• 2025 season context: Gallen had a year with both strong performances and some rough patches, finishing 2025 with mixed results and noticeable volatility in some outings, which influenced how teams valued him heading into free agency.

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Citations:

• Gallen as a top remaining free agent and market activity reported by Yardbarker and USA Today (Nightengale).[3]
• Free-agent status and market heat-up discussions included in Yardbarker pieces.[3]
• 2025 season performance and context around free agency.[1][5]