Diamondbacks face Padres with Moreno returning, key players resting
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Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks are currently playing the San Diego Padres at Chase Field. Catcher Gabriel Moreno is back in the Diamondbacks lineup as the designated hitter after a brief absence for the birth of his daughter. However, second baseman Ketel Marte and third baseman Nolan Arenado are given the day off to rest. Marte is struggling at the plate, hitting just.178 over the past month, while Arenado has not taken a full day off since early July. The Diamondbacks have made roster moves, including placing Ryan Thompson on the injured list and recalling Philip Abner.
- •Moreno returns to lineup after paternity leave.
- •Marte and Arenado get much-needed rest days.
- •Thompson placed on injured list; Abner called up.
- •Match is currently in progress at Chase Field.
- •Diamondbacks face Padres ace Casey Mize.
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks vs Padres live updates. Moreno back, but key stars sit
"The Arizona Diamondbacks take on the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Chase Field. Arizona faces Padres trade deadline pickup Casey Mize.
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