Arizona Diamondbacks’ Final Regular-Season Game Ends with a Thrilling Victory

In the climactic finale of their regular season, the Arizona Diamondbacks kept their playoff dreams alive with an 11-2 drubbing of the San Diego Padres. This nail-biting game was punctuated with a two-run homer by Ketel Marte, which played a significant role in the six-run fourth inning.

Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance

With a final record of 89-73, the Diamondbacks’ postseason fate is still uncertain. The outcome of an upcoming makeup doubleheader between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves, both with an 88-72 record, will decide whether Arizona makes it to the playoffs. If either team manages to sweep, then the Diamondbacks secure their playoff spot. However, if the games are split, both the Mets and Braves advance, leaving Arizona behind.

Diamondbacks Prepared for Any Outcome

The waiting game has left the Diamondbacks in a strange position. Outfielder Corbin Carroll voiced the uncertainty, saying, “We don’t even know who to root for. You just wait to see who wins the first game and root for them in the second. We’ll work out here and be ready to go.” As they wait, the Arizona team prepares to possibly travel to Milwaukee for a best-of-three Division Series against the Brewers.

San Diego Padres’ Season Recap

The Padres, with a season record of 93-69, are also waiting on the results of the Mets-Braves doubleheader to determine their Wild Card Series opponent. Luis Arraez, who finished 1 for 3 in the game, is on the brink of his third consecutive batting title at .314, a feat unmatched since 1900.

Strong Performances from Diamondbacks’ Pitchers

Brandon Pfaadt put in a strong performance for the Diamondbacks, allowing just two runs and three hits over 5 1/3 innings, and striking out nine. His efforts were bolstered by Ryne Nelson, who pitched three innings for his inaugural big league save.

Phoenix Fans Show Their Support

The game, watched by a crowd of 38,892, brought Arizona’s season attendance to 2,341,876, the highest since 2008. The Diamondbacks now eagerly await the results of Monday’s Mets-Braves doubleheader, which will determine their postseason fate.