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Diamondbacks Climb Above .500 With Fourth Straight Win Over Padres

Arizona’s lineup took charge to earn a winning record again as the series shifts to Saturday’s rematch.

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Ryne Nelson (19) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, on June 7, 2025.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JUNE 13: Geraldo Perdomo #2 of the Arizona Diamondbacks turns a double play on a ground ball hit by Gavin Sheets #30 of the San Diego Padres as Jackson Merrill #3 is forced out at second base during the sixth inning at Chase Field on June 13, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Diamondbacks defeated the San Diego Padres 5-1 on Friday to extend their winning streak to four games at Chase Field.
  • Corbin Carroll launched his 20th home run of the season and Josh Naylor added an early solo shot to give Arizona a decisive lead.
  • Ketel Marte reached base in his 25th straight game, fueling a lineup that has outscored opponents throughout the four-game surge.
  • Stephen Kolek allowed five runs over 4⅓ innings, marking San Diego’s third loss in four games amid a prolonged offensive drought.
  • Arizona’s win moved the D-backs to 35-34, lifting them above .500 for the first time since May 23, with Ryan Bergert and Zac Gallen set to face off Saturday.