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The Arizona Diamondbacks were 17-20, 3rd in the NL West. Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks came up short against the New York Mets 1-3 at Chase Field.

Diamondbacks Daily Vibe Check
33°
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Cool
a rough stretch

The score reflects some real issues. A 1-6 stretch over the last 7 is hard to spin. Pair that with the offense at 3.0 R/G is pulling the temperature down.

Diamondbacks Game on May 09

Opponent:New York Mets (15-23)
Location:Chase Field
First Pitch:07:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Merrill Kelly (1-3, 9.95 ERA) vs Clay Holmes (4-2, 1.69 ERA)
TV Broadcast:FOX, FOX
Forecast:☁️ Overcast, 63°F, Wind 4 mph

Diamondbacks Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks came up short against the New York Mets 1-3 at Chase Field.

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The New York Mets clinched the win in the 10th inning.

Highlights

Diamondbacks Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
2414.632 W2
Padres
2216.5792.0 L2
D-backs
1720.4596.5 L3
Rockies
1623.4108.5 W2
Giants
1523.3959.0 W1

Arizona Diamondbacks are 1-6 in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.

Diamondbacks Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
15
Ryan Waldschmidt
01.0002.0000
6
Ildemaro Vargas
6.353.97122
7
Corbin Carroll
5.266.87920

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
57
Eduardo Rodriguez
3-02.501.2939.2
34
Michael Soroka
4-24.141.4337.0
23
Zac Gallen
1-34.701.4938.1

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
57
Eduardo Rodriguez
7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
19
Ryne Nelson
6.2 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
34
Michael Soroka
6.1 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Diamondbacks News

The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered another setback, falling 3-1 to the New York Mets, marking their seventh loss in eight games and further deepening their struggles. With a record now sitting at 17-19 and a dismal -13 run differential in the last week, the pressure is mounting. The team also had to deal with the unexpected scratch of Ketel Marte due to illness, forcing Ildemaro Vargas into the lineup where he continues to shine. In a significant shakeup, former top prospect Alek Thomas has been designated for assignment as the D-backs look to the future, promoting Ryan Waldschmidt, who made a successful debut with a hit in his first at-bat. With momentum slipping away, Arizona needs to turn things around quickly, lest they find themselves mired in a deeper hole.

Sources
1 at-bat, 1 hit for D-backs' No. 1 prospect Waldschmidt
MLB.com
1 at-bat, 1 hit for D-backs' No. 1 prospect Waldschmidt
Outfielder Alek Thomas designated for assignment
Marte (illness) scratched from D-backs lineup, expected to return Saturday
MLB.com
Marte (illness) scratched from D-backs lineup, expected to return Saturday
PHOENIX -- Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was scratched from the lineup just before Friday night's game against the Mets due to illness. Marte had been scheduled to hit second and play second base until falling ill. The team didn't specify the illness. To replace Marte, Ildemaro Vargas was moved
Diamondbacks 1, Mets 3: The Offense Stinkels
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Diamondbacks 1, Mets 3: The Offense Stinkels
Game Summary Let’s look back at another close loss for the 2026 Diamondbacks – or don’t and just skip straight to venting in the comments if you wish. For those of you still here, away we go. Ryne Nelson put together his second straight strong start in May after scuffling through the month of April. […]
Arizona Diamondbacks Gameday Thread, #37: 5/8 vs. Mets
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Arizona Diamondbacks Gameday Thread, #37: 5/8 vs. Mets
Today’s Lineups METS DIAMONDBACKS Juan Soto – LF Geraldo Perdomo – SS Bo Bichette – SS Ildemaro Vargas – 2B Brett Baty – 3B Corbin Carroll – RF Mark Vientos – 1B Adrian Del Castillo – DH Carson Benge – CF Nolan Arenado – 3B Marcus Semien – 2B Lourdes Gurriel – LF MJ Melendez […]
Diamondbacks Designate Alek Thomas For Assignment, Promote Ryan Waldschmidt
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Diamondbacks Designate Alek Thomas For Assignment, Promote Ryan Waldschmidt
The D-backs are cutting ties with one former top outfield prospect in order to turn the page toward a new one. Arizona announced Friday that Alek Thomas has been designated for assignment, while top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt‘s contract has been selected to the majors. Waldschmidt, currently the game’s No. 41 prospect on Baseball America’s recent […]
Mets’ Nolan McLean rebounds with six solid innings after shortest outing of career
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Mets’ Nolan McLean rebounds with six solid innings after shortest outing of career
Nolan McLean endured the shortest outing of his career his last time out, but the young righty was able to bounce back nicely Friday against the Diamondbacks.

Diamondbacks Upcoming Schedule

The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the Texas Rangers for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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