James McCann home run helps Diamondbacks avoid series sweep against Phillies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 6:26 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

James McCann hit a solo home run in the eighth inning to provide the only run of the game as the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a sweep by the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday at Chase Field. The victory came via a bullpen-led effort, with Arizona utilizing several relievers to stifle the Philadelphia offense throughout the afternoon. Philadelphia pitcher Andrew Painter delivered a strong performance, throwing seven scoreless innings while allowing just three baserunners. Despite the win, Arizona struggled offensively throughout the three-game series, failing to record a hit with runners in scoring position across 17 opportunities. The outcome leaves the Diamondbacks looking to regain momentum in the National League Wild Card race as the regular season reaches its final stretch. Arizona remains under pressure to improve offensive consistency to secure a postseason spot.
- •James McCann hit a solo home run in the eighth inning.
- •Arizona relief pitchers combined for a shutout against Philadelphia.
- •Andrew Painter pitched seven scoreless innings for the Phillies.
- •The Diamondbacks went 0-for-17 with runners in scoring position during the series.
- •The game concluded at Chase Field in Phoenix on Wednesday.
- 6:26 AMYahoo Sports — D-Backs Avoid Sweep Behind a Single Blast and a Shutout
"TL;DR: James McCann and a gaggle of relievers finally slow the Phils down.
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