PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to add pitching depth, giving themselves additional options heading into spring training.

According to Good Morning Ball’s Aaron Hughes, the Diamondbacks have signed right-handed pitcher Derek Law to a minor league contract. Law most recently pitched for the Washington Nationals, serving as one of their more reliable relievers during the 2024 season.

Aug 4, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Derek Law (58) throws a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-USA TODAY Sports

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Law missed the entire 2025 season after suffering a flexor tendon injury, which remains the primary question mark surrounding his availability.

Despite the injury, Law’s recent performance is worth noting. He posted a 2.60 ERA across 90 innings in 2024, showing steady command and an ability to limit damage — traits Arizona has emphasized as it looks to stabilize a bullpen that has leaned heavily on younger arms. That workload reflected the trust he earned from Washington’s coaching staff when healthy.

Jul 31, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Derek Law (58) pitches in the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

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The Diamondbacks’ bullpen picture remains fluid at this point, making Law’s minor league deal a low-risk move that provides organizational flexibility. If healthy, he could emerge as a veteran presence capable of bridging innings or stepping into matchup-based roles.

If not, the club can allow Law additional time to complete his recovery in a controlled environment.

Sep 7, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Derek Law (58) throws to the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

Overall, the signing represents a low-risk depth move aimed at adding relief options as the season progresses, while giving Law a clear path back to the major leagues after missing all of last year.

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