The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to extend their win streak in a matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. The two teams will compete on Saturday at 1:05 p.m. EDT in Philadelphia. This match marks the second encounter between these teams this season.
Current Standings
The Diamondbacks currently hold a record of 8-6, placing them second in the NL West. Meanwhile, the Phillies sit fourth in the NL East with a record of 6-7.
Game Day Details
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 1:05 p.m. EDT
- Location: Philadelphia
Pitching Matchup
Both teams will feature starting pitchers looking to improve their records:
- Diamondbacks: Brandon Pfaadt (0-0, 6.75 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, five strikeouts)
- Phillies: Taijuan Walker (0-2, 9.31 ERA, 2.28 WHIP, six strikeouts)
Recent Performances
The Diamondbacks enter the game on a three-game win streak. They have performed well when scoring five runs or more, achieving a 6-0 record in those scenarios. On the road, their record stands at 3-4.
In contrast, the Phillies have a home record of 3-4 and have hit a total of 12 home runs, ranking ninth in the National League.
Top Performers
- Brandon Marsh (Phillies): 3 doubles, 2 home runs, 9 RBIs, .273 batting average
- Trea Turner (Phillies): 12 for 42 with 4 doubles in the last 10 games
- Jose Fernandez (Diamondbacks): 2 home runs, .571 slugging percentage
- Corbin Carroll (Diamondbacks): 13 for 34, 2 home runs, 11 RBIs over the past 10 games
Injury Report
Injuries are affecting both teams:
- Phillies:
- Max Lazar: 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Zack Wheeler: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Diamondbacks:
- Corbin Carroll: day-to-day (hip)
- Gabriel Moreno: day-to-day (back)
- Carlos Santana: 10-Day IL (groin)
- Jordan Lawlar: 60-Day IL (wrist)
- Pavin Smith: 10-Day IL (elbow)
- Tyler Locklear: 10-Day IL (elbow)
- Christian Mena: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Lourdes Gurriel Jr.: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Blake Walston: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- A.J. Puk: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Merrill Kelly: 15-Day IL (back)
- Andrew Saalfrank: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Corbin Burnes: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Justin Martinez: 60-Day IL (elbow)
Conclusion
The Diamondbacks will aim to maintain their winning momentum against the struggling Phillies, who are looking to turn around their season. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as both teams fight to improve their standings in their respective divisions.
