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The Arizona Diamondbacks were 5-5, 2nd in the NL West. Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks escaped with a win against the Atlanta Braves 6-5 at Chase Field.

Diamondbacks Daily Vibe Check
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a hot week

The definition of lukewarm. Going 5-5 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. Pulling the other way, getting outscored by 17 is dragging the score south.

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Diamondbacks Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks escaped with a win against the Atlanta Braves 6-5 at Chase Field.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks clinched the win in the 10th inning.

Highlights

Diamondbacks Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
72.778 W3
D-backs
55.5002.5 W2
Padres
45.4443.0 W2
Rockies
36.3334.0 W1
Giants
37.3004.5 L3

Arizona Diamondbacks are 5-5 in their last 7 games, with a -17 run differential.

Diamondbacks Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
6
Ildemaro Vargas
 1.5451.6744
7
Corbin Carroll
 2.3131.0669
11
Jose Fernandez
 2.250.8754

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
6
Ildemaro Vargas
 4 hits, 3 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
56
Andrew Hoffmann
 4.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games
45
Taylor Clarke
 3.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Diamondbacks News

In a thrilling extra-innings showdown, the Arizona Diamondbacks managed to stave off a series loss against the Atlanta Braves, winning 6-5 thanks to Ketel Marte's walk-off double. After a rollercoaster of leads, it was a clutch moment that highlighted the D-backs' determination, even though they continue to struggle with overall depth and injuries. Notably, Carlos Santana's departure with groin discomfort raises concerns about the lineup's stability moving forward. This win improves their record to 5-5, but a troubling run differential of -18 over the last week underscores the need for more consistent offensive production. With Merrill Kelly still on the mend, the team's pitching also remains a question mark. As the D-backs look to build momentum, they can take solace in their recent resilience, but they must find a way to turn this momentum into sustained success.

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Stars align! Marte hits walk-off double after Carroll's clutch triple
MLB.com
Stars align! Marte hits walk-off double after Carroll's clutch triple
PHOENIX -- It was a veritable Easter egg hunt for the D-backs to find that one decisive blow that would push them into the win column on Sunday. It finally came on the first pitch in the bottom of the 10th in the form of a Ketel Marte 109.1 mph
 With eye on long-term health, D-backs tab Kelly for 2nd rehab start
MLB.com
With eye on long-term health, D-backs tab Kelly for 2nd rehab start
PHOENIX -- It’s not a setback, but Merrill Kelly's 2026 season debut for the D-backs has once again been pushed back. After being announced as the club’s Opening Day starter on Feb. 14 before having the proverbial rug pulled from out under him due to intercostal nerve irritation a week
 Snakepit Roundtable: Nelson, Rodriguez, and more
AZ Snake Pit
Snakepit Roundtable: Nelson, Rodriguez, and more
By the time this is published, three series will be in the books, and it’s been the best of times and the worst of times. Initial thoughts on the whip lash? James: The team’s lack of overall depth is staring them straight in the face. Paul Sewald is still a head-scratching signing by the front […]
 Arizona Diamondbacks 6, Atlanta Braves 5: Eggs-ellent!
AZ Snake Pit
Arizona Diamondbacks 6, Atlanta Braves 5: Eggs-ellent!
Record 5-5. Pace: 81-81. Change on 2025: 0. The D-backs blew leads of 3-1, 4-3 and 5-4, but managed to prevail in the bottom of the tenth inning. Ketel Marte swatted the first pitch he saw over the head of the Atlanta right-fielder, driving in Manfred Man Jorge Barrosa from second for our first walk-off […]
 Diamondbacks Notes: Santana, Kelly
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Diamondbacks Notes: Santana, Kelly
Carlos Santana left today’s game with right groin discomfort, and manager Torey Lovullo told reporters (including Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic) that Santana will undergo an MRI tomorrow.  The injury developed during an at-bat in the second inning, though Santana still managed to hit a single before being replaced by a pinch-runner. The Diamondbacks […]
 Braves fail to pull off series win in Diamondbacks finale
Yahoo Sports
Braves fail to pull off series win in Diamondbacks finale
Welp, going into extra innings to keep the game alive, the Arizona Diamondbacks capitalized on an opportunity to prevent the third consecutive series win for the Atlanta Braves (6-5) and end the series on a split. Besides Drake Baldwin’s solo homer in the first inning to give the Braves their early lead and racking up […]

Diamondbacks Upcoming Schedule

The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the New York Mets for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.

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