Diamondbacks celebrate 2001 World Series with walk-off over Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 4:29 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

The Arizona Diamondbacks hosted the New York Yankees in a crucial series as they pursued a Wild Card spot, following a tough loss to the Miami Marlins. On the night celebrating the 25th anniversary of their 2001 World Series championship, Pavin Smith hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the 9th, bringing the score to 5-3. Earlier, Corbin Burnes and Nolan Arenado also contributed, with Arenado hitting a grand slam in the final home game of the season. The Diamondbacks aim to gain momentum for their last six games of the season, which will take place in Colorado and San Diego.
- •Diamondbacks face Yankees in final home series of 2026 season.
- •Pavin Smith delivers walk-off home run to secure 5-3 win.
- •Nolan Arenado's grand slam in the fifth inning adds crucial runs.
- •Diamondbacks need to win series to keep playoff hopes alive.
- •Team commemorates 25th anniversary of 2001 World Series championship.
- 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Pave Ruth
""Yesterday's home runs don't win today's games"
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