Brandon Pfaadt leads Diamondbacks to 2-0 win over Braves
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a 2-0 victory against the Atlanta Braves on August 14 at Truist Park, starting their three-game series. Brandon Pfaadt excelled on the mound, delivering seven shutout innings with seven strikeouts. The Diamondbacks managed to score early through a groundout from Gabriel Moreno and added a solo home run by Tim Tawa in the ninth inning. Despite the win, the Diamondbacks struggled offensively, going 0 for 14 with runners in scoring position. Ketel Marte left the game with left knee soreness. After two more games in Atlanta, Arizona heads to Boston for a series against the Red Sox.
- •Brandon Pfaadt pitched seven shutout innings, allowing two hits.
- •The Diamondbacks scored via a groundout and a home run.
- •Ketel Marte exited the game with left knee soreness.
- •Arizona improves to 65-58 this season.
- •Upcoming games include two more against the Braves and a series in Boston.
- 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Pfaadt's latest gem leads Diamondbacks past Braves
"The Arizona Diamondbacks opened their three-game series in Atlanta with a 2-0 victory over the Braves at Truist Park.
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