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Reasons to be D-backs Thankful

Ok, it’s perhaps a little too early for Thanksgiving. But I’m pretty sure I saw a pumpkin spice latte advert from Starbucks the other day, so that’s good enough for me. As I write this, the final innings are being…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 10:15 PM
Reasons to be D-backs Thankful
Key Things to Know
  • The Arizona Diamondbacks were eliminated from playoff contention in Game 162 in San Diego.
  • Gabriel Moreno became the first player in Diamondbacks franchise history to win a batting title.
  • Corbin Carroll became the franchise triples leader as Arizona led MLB with 42 triples.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Arizona Diamondbacks were eliminated from postseason contention in the 162nd and final game of the regular season against the San Diego Padres. Despite narrowly missing the playoffs, the season featured several major individual and team achievements. Catcher Gabriel Moreno won the batting title, becoming the first player in Diamondbacks franchise history to accomplish the feat.

Outfielder Corbin Carroll became the franchise leader in triples as Arizona led Major League Baseball with 42 total triples. Pitcher Justin Martinez returned from surgery to set a franchise velocity record with 104 mph fastballs, while Eduardo Rodriguez stepped up as a rotation anchor alongside Brandon Pfaadt.

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