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Arizona Diamondbacks- Derrick Hall and Ownership to Blame for Inconsistent Product

The Arizona Diamondbacks bottoming out in 2016 is about much more than a disappointing season.

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After finishing 30 games out of first place with an MLB worst record of 64-98 in 2014, the Arizona Diamondbacks took a step forward in 2015 under first year manager Chip Hale. The club won 15 more games than the previous season, and finished four games short of the .500 mark.

Despite having the youngest roster and statistically one of the worst pitching staffs, Hale managed to keep his team over .