Weaver allowed one run on three hits over two-thirds of an inning in Thursday's 4-2 win over San Diego.

EDGE Analysis

Normally a starter, Weaver begins the season in the bullpen because of a blister on his right thumb that interrupted the right-hander's progression in camp. With 18 strikes among his 23 pitches, Weaver was around the plate but maybe caught too much of it. It's uncertain how long Weaver will remain in a relief role, but the Diamondbacks have confirmed Caleb Smith will make at least one start in his place.

Weaver (thumb) will pitch out of the bullpen to open the 2022 season, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver made two starts in spring training, surrendering four runs on five hits and five walks over 4.1 innings of work. While he is expected to be ready for Opening Day after leaving his last start with a blister on his thumb, skipper Torey Lovullo disclosed Monday that he'll be used in relief, at least to open the year. The right-hander hasn't made an appearance out of the bullpen since the 2018 season, making 37 starts over the last three seasons. He could work as a multi-inning weapon with his strong fastball/changeup combo or he could even see high-leverage work at some point.

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Saturday that Weaver (thumb) is unlikely to miss time, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver exited Thursday's Cactus League start with a blister on the first knuckle of his right thumb, but Lovullo was optimistic Saturday. "It seems that he won't miss any time," the manager said. "He should be OK." In an added indicator that Weaver is okay, the Diamondbacks reassigned potential starters Taylor Widener and Tyler Gilbert to minor-league camp.

Weaver was removed from Thursday's Cactus League start due to a blister on the knuckle of his right thumb, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver exited Thursday's matchup after three innings but didn't seem too concerned about the issue after the game. It's not yet clear whether the blister will impact his availability for the start of the regular season, but it seems unlikely that he'll face a lengthy absence if he's sidelined at all.

Weaver exited Thursday's Cactus League start against the Padres with an apparent finger injury, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver allowed two hits and two walks and had three strikeouts over three scoreless frames before leaving with an apparent blister or fingernail issue during the fourth inning. The team should update his status in the near future, but the right-hander's status for Opening Day since the April 7 opener is only a week away.

Weaver allowed four runs on three hits and three walks over 1.1 innings in Friday's spring training start against the Angels.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver also threw a wild pitch during his Cactus League debut. The right-hander told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic that he was "caught in between" in an effort to incorporate a mechanical adjustment from earlier in the week. Weaver was trying to create more stability with his landing leg, but he made it sound like he's going to scrap the adjustment the next time out. He's penciled in as the fourth starter but could move up a spot if Zac Gallen (shoulder) isn't available when the regular season kicks off.

Weaver and the Diamondbacks agreed to terms on a one-year, $2.875 million contract Tuesday, avoiding arbitration, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver will get a raise of just shy of $1 million in his second year of arbitration eligibility. He finished with an unremarkable 4.25 ERA in 13 starts last season, though that represented a big step forward from the 6.58 ERA he managed the year prior.

Weaver pitched four innings, surrendering one run on three hits and four walks while striking out six in Tuesday's loss to the Giants. He didn't factor into the decision.

EDGE Analysis

The 28-year-old was unable to pitch deep in this one, allowing 7 baserunners and being pulled at 93 pitches after the fourth inning. The only run he gave up was in the first inning when he walked Mike Yastrzemski with the bases loaded, scoring Buster Posey. Since returning from the 60-day injured list on Sept. 1, Weaver has made five starts while posting a 3.86 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 25.2 innings. He isn't projected to make another start before the regular season ends Sunday, finishing the year with a 3-6 record and 4.25 ERA in 65.2 innings.

Weaver (3-6) took the loss in Tuesday's 6-1 defeat to Atlanta, allowing five runs (three earned) on seven hits with seven strikeouts in 6.2 innings.

EDGE Analysis

Weaver pitched well Tuesday but fell victim to the long ball, permitting all five runs on three Atlanta home runs. The quality start is the 28-year-old's third in his last six turns, a stretch that's seen Weaver allow no more than three earned runs in any outing and lower his ERA from 6.07 to 4.38. He's currently slated to face San Francisco on Tuesday for his next turn in the rotation.

Weaver (3-5) took the loss in Tuesday's 8-4 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and a walk with four strikeouts in four innings.

EDGE Analysis

The Dodgers got to Weaver early with one run in the first inning and three in the third, putting Arizona in a four-run hole by the time he departed. The big takeaway here is Weaver's health as he tossed 84 pitches in his third start since May -- the most he's thrown in a game since way back in April. Look for Arizona to play it cautious with the 28-year-old as he's still under team control for two more seasons.