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Arizona Diamondbacks National League Wild Card pursuit

Overview

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue their pursuit of the third National League Wild Card spot, currently trailing the Padres in the standings. During their series at Oracle Park, the San Francisco Giants previously defeated the Diamondbacks 6-1, snapping a four-game losing streak. That victory was driven by a leadoff home run from Drew Gilbert and a five-inning performance by pitcher Landen Roupp, who allowed only one run.

In a subsequent matchup at Oracle Park, the Diamondbacks defeated the Giants 10-6. Lars Nootbaar led the Arizona offense with a leadoff home run and three hits, while Corbin Carroll and Tim Tawa also contributed home runs. The Diamondbacks out-hit the Giants 12-5, moving within a half-game of the third wild-card spot. San Francisco pitcher Blade Tidwell took the loss, allowing six runs, despite home runs from Bryce Eldridge and Christian Koss. Arizona’s Gerardo Carrillo earned the win in this matchup.

Following these games, the teams played a doubleheader at Oracle Park. The Giants split the doubleheader, losing the first game but winning the second 7-2. In the night cap, 23-year-old Yunior Marte made his Major League debut on the mound for the Giants. The Giants' victory was supported by a strong performance from their pitching staff, including five relievers who shut down the Diamondbacks' offense. Lars Nootbaar contributed an RBI double in the third inning to tie the game before the Giants regained the lead.

Regarding roster updates, veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado has returned to the lineup after previously being sidelined by right thumb inflammation. Additionally, the Giants have optioned pitcher Spencer Bivens to Triple-A and called up lefty Seth Lonsway from Sacramento.

Entities

Arizona Diamondbacks · Oracle Park · San Francisco Giants · Juan Marichal · José Cabrera

Timeline

  1. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    San Francisco Giants split doubleheader with Diamondbacks

    The San Francisco Giants split a doubleheader against the Arizona Diamondbacks, winning the second game 7-2 behind a strong performance from debutant Yunior Marte.

  2. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 15 sources
    Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants split recent MLB series

    The Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants split recent matchups at Oracle Park, with Arizona securing a 10-6 win to move closer to a wild-card spot after a previous 6-1 Giants victory.

  3. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Chicago Cubs fans favor Diamondbacks for Wild Card matchup

    MLB fans surveyed expressed a preference for the Chicago Cubs to face the Arizona Diamondbacks in a Wild Card series, despite current standings.

Sources

azsnakepit.com · bleedcubbieblue.com · bonaocity.com.do · capperspicks.com · dailynorseman.com · deadspin.com · heavy.com · kion546.com · mccoveychronicles.com · mymotherlode.com · newsday.com · pickdawgz.com · revengeofthebirds.com · santiago30caballeros.com · si.com · sportschatplace.com · sportsradioservice2013.wordpress.com · theathletic.com · winnipegfreepress.com

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