Diamondbacks lead Padres in ongoing game; Santana signs minor league deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Diamondbacks are facing the Padres in a four-game series at Chase Field on August 6. They are currently in the process of trying to secure a win in this matchup. Arizona has signed veteran reliever Dennis Santana to a minor league contract following his designation for assignment from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Santana, who had a successful 2022 season but struggled this year, will look to make adjustments at the club's pitching lab. The matchup features Diamondbacks left-hander Kohl Drake and Padres right-hander Walker Buehler on the mound.
- •Game is ongoing between the Diamondbacks and Padres at Chase Field.
- •Diamondbacks have signed pitcher Dennis Santana to a minor league deal.
- •Kohl Drake is starting for the Diamondbacks tonight against Walker Buehler.
- •Buehler has struggled recently, allowing 28 runs in six starts.
- •Santana aims to improve with guidance from the Diamondbacks' coaching staff.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Padres-Diamondbacks live. Dennis Santana signs minor league deal
"The Diamondbacks will look to win a four-game series over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night, Aug. 6, at Chase Field.
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