Game result and context
Arizona Diamondbacks defeat San Diego Padres 11-4 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Diego Padres 11-4 on September 25, 2026. The Diamondbacks moved to 86-74 on the season, while the Padres fell to 89-71.
Final result
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Diego Padres with a final score of 11-4. The Diamondbacks scored three runs in the first inning and maintained their lead throughout the contest, adding three more runs in the sixth to pull away.
How the game changed
Arizona established an early advantage with a three-run first inning, highlighted by a home run from Lars Nootbaar. The Diamondbacks continued to build their lead with a solo home run from Jordan Lawlar in the second and a two-run shot from Nolan Arenado in the third. A three-run outburst in the sixth inning effectively put the game out of reach for the Padres.
Key performances
Geraldo Perdomo led the Arizona offense, recording two hits and driving in four runs. Nolan Arenado, Lars Nootbaar, and Jordan Lawlar each contributed a home run to the team's total of three. On the mound, Brandon Pfaadt earned the win, pitching 7.2 innings and striking out seven batters while allowing four earned runs.
Gabriel Moreno also contributed to the Diamondbacks' effort with two hits and one RBI.
Season and playoff context
Following the game, the Arizona Diamondbacks hold an 86-74 record, placing them third in their division and 1.0 game back in the wild-card race with a wild-card elimination number of 2. The San Diego Padres, who have already clinched a playoff spot, hold an 89-71 record and remain the wild-card leader, sitting 9.0 games back in their division.