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Billy Buckner Could Be Arizona's 5th Starter

Billy Buckner had a rocky 2009 season, but it ended with him posting a 3.93 ERA in 36 2/3 innings for the Diamondbacks in September.

"I took the opportunity to learn from the starters last year," he said. "I'd sit in the dugout with them and talk about the other guys pitching at the time. I learned a lot. I feel like I can take each little bit and apply it to what I do."

Now, Buckner looks to be the favorite for Arizona's fifth starting spot heading into the 2010 season.

Via Arizona Republic

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D-Backs, Reynolds Working On Deal

The Diamondbacks and the agent for Mark Reynolds have agreed to discuss a multiyear extension up until Opening Day.

According to Sports Illustrated, talks will hold off once the season starts until Reynolds is eligible for arbitration at year end.

Reynolds made $427,000 last year when he hit 44 homers and 102 RBIs.

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D-Backs, Reynolds In 'Pretty Heavy Talks'

Mark Reynolds says that his agent is in "pretty heavy talks" on a new deal with the Diamondbacks.

Reynolds said he couldn't share any figures but the deal would be for either the two or three arbitration-eligible seasons beginning in 2011.

"Obviously I've never been through this before," Reynolds said on Sunday. "It's a process, I can tell you that. But I know they're getting into pretty heavy talks right now and hopefully in the next couple of weeks" a deal will be reached.

Via ESPN

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