The Arizona Diamondbacks faced another setback in the playoff race, now holding onto the final wild card spot with a 1 1/2 game lead over the Atlanta Braves.
Matt Chapman’s inside-the-park homer, along with additional solo shots from Casey Schmitt and Michael Conforto, propelled the San Francisco Giants to a 6-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.
Despite the loss, the Diamondbacks are still in the playoff race, holding onto the final wild card spot ahead of the Atlanta Braves. The upcoming crucial series between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves will impact the standings.
The Giants continue to be a challenging opponent, having recently defeated several teams with postseason aspirations. Their strong performance against the Diamondbacks solidifies their reputation as formidable competitors.
Arizona’s frustrations continued with another tough loss, following a disappointing defeat against the Milwaukee Brewers. The game was marked by standout plays, including Chapman’s inside-the-park homer, Schmitt’s solo shot, and Conforto’s impressive home run.
The D-backs lefty Eduardo Rodriguez struggled on the mound, giving up crucial runs to the Giants. Despite efforts to close the gap, the Diamondbacks couldn’t overcome the Giants’ strong performance.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Diamondbacks: C Gabriel Moreno and 2B Ketel Marte are dealing with minor injuries but are expected to return to the lineup soon.
UP NEXT
Next up, the D-backs will face the Giants with RHP Brandon Pfaadt on the mound. It’s a crucial matchup that will impact the playoff standings.
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