Arizona Diamondbacks News & Updates
The Arizona Diamondbacks were 69-62, 3rd in the NL West. Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks topped the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 at Chase Field.
Perfectly average, for better or worse. Giving up 6.4 runs a game. That's the biggest issue. Making it worse, run differential of -11 this stretch. They're losing and losing badly.
Diamondbacks Game on August 24
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Chase Field |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Merrill Kelly (8-11, 5.37 ERA) vs Kevin Gausman (6-11, 4.58 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, DBACKS.TV |
Diamondbacks Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks topped the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 at Chase Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
Highlights
- Ildemaro Vargas went 2-4 with 2 RBI.
Diamondbacks Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dodgers
|
|
80 | 51 | .611 | W6 | |
|
Padres
|
|
71 | 60 | .542 | 9.0 | W3 |
|
D-backs
|
|
69 | 62 | .527 | 11.0 | W1 |
|
Giants
|
|
52 | 78 | .400 | 27.5 | L4 |
|
Rockies
|
|
50 | 80 | .385 | 29.5 | L6 |
Arizona Diamondbacks are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -11 run differential.
Diamondbacks Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | .241 | .761 | 65 | |
| 18 | .253 | .843 | 58 | |
| 10 | .306 | .851 | 64 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4 | 2.28 | 1.03 | 51.1 | |
| 0-1 | 2.43 | 0.84 | 37.0 | |
| 13-4 | 2.61 | 1.21 | 155.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.2 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Diamondbacks News
The Arizona Diamondbacks managed a much-needed 5-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, keeping their Wild Card hopes alive, but the joy was tempered by the news that veteran right-hander Michael Soroka has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation. This further strains an already beleaguered pitching staff, which has struggled to contain opponents, allowing an average of 6.4 runs per game over the last week. Ildemaro Vargas shined with a crucial two-run triple in the win, proving that while the team faces significant challenges, there's still fire in their lineup. Adding to the drama, Ketel Marte's unexpected absence raises eyebrows and questions about team dynamics. As they fight for a postseason spot, the D-backs must balance injuries and absences with the urgency of their playoff push.
Diamondbacks Upcoming Schedule
The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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