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Diamondbacks drop series opener to Yankees, playoff hopes diminish

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Diamondbacks drop series opener to Yankees, playoff hopes diminish

Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks fell to the New York Yankees 9-2 on September 18, 2026, in Phoenix. Starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez struggled early, allowing five runs in the first inning. The Yankees' Gerrit Cole held the Diamondbacks to just two runs, with Corbin Carroll hitting a two-run homer. With this loss, Arizona now trails the San Diego Padres by five games for the final National League wild-card spot, with only eight games remaining. Manager Torey Lovullo expressed confidence in his team's potential, stating they still have time to compete for a playoff spot.

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By the Numbers

•Diamondbacks lose to Yankees 9-2 on September 18, 2026.
•Eduardo Rodriguez allowed five runs in the first inning.
•Corbin Carroll hit a two-run homer for Arizona.
•Diamondbacks trail Padres by five games for the wild-card spot.
•Manager Torey Lovullo remains optimistic about the team's chances.

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6:15 AMYahoo Sports — ‘We got time’: Diamondbacks drop series opener to Yankees, playoff chances take another hit

What they're saying

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PHOENIX — It was another stinger in the desert Friday, as the Arizona Diamondbacks dropped their first game of a three-game set to the New York Yankees, 9-2, further pushing themselves out of postseason contention. Sep 18, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (57) catches a ball thrown back from home base during the first inning of a game against the New York Yankees at Chase Field.
— Yahoo Sports

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