Poor fielding and pitching lead to Diamondbacks' loss to Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks lost to the San Diego Padres 10-4 on July 8 at Petco Park. Despite starting strong with an early lead, the Diamondbacks struggled defensively and on the mound, with several key errors contributing to the loss. Jose Cabrera faced difficulties in his fourth career start, allowing multiple runs following mental lapses in the field. The Diamondbacks' bullpen failed to contain the Padres, as Taylor Clarke allowed four runs. The Diamondbacks aim to split the series in their next game with Griffing Canning on the mound.
- •Diamondbacks lead early following a Gabriel Moreno double.
- •Cabrera falters after two strong innings, allowing crucial runs.
- •Diamondbacks bullpen allows four runs, struggling with defense.
- •Next game offers Diamondbacks a chance to split the series.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Sloppy Play Dooms Effort as Padres Romp to 10-4 win
"TL;DR: Lots of fielding misplays, poor pitching, and bad situational hitting combined for another loss.
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