Diamondbacks host Dodgers in series opener; Smith reinstated from IL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:36 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Diamondbacks are facing the Dodgers in a four-game series at Chase Field, with the game starting at 6:40 p.m. local time on June 1. Pavin Smith has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list and is set to bat fifth as Arizona’s designated hitter. Utility player Tim Tawa has been optioned to Triple-A Reno, and Carlos Santana has been transferred to the 60-day injured list due to a strained adductor. June 2 will mark the sixth annual Lou Gehrig Day, with players wearing decals and wristbands in his honor. Arizona's Eduardo Rodriguez starts against Emmet Sheehan for LA tonight.
- •Diamondbacks and Dodgers play game one of a four-game series.
- •Pavin Smith returns to action after elbow surgery.
- •Carlos Santana moved to the 60-day injured list.
- •Lou Gehrig Day observed on June 2 with tributes planned.
- •Eduardo Rodriguez faces Emmet Sheehan as starting pitchers.
- 10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks vs Dodgers live updates. Roster moves and Gehrig Day
"The Diamondbacks and Dodgers meet in the first game of a four-game series at Chase Field.
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