On Tuesday night, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll achieved a new franchise milestone by hitting his 15th and 16th triples of the season, setting a record for the most triples in a single year by a Diamondbacks player. This feat helped fuel Arizona’s narrow 6-5 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in a dramatic comeback.

Pitching Performance Keeps Diamondbacks in Contention

Starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez managed to contain the Guardians’ offense despite not recording a Quality Start. Over 6.2 innings, Rodriguez gave up four earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four batters. He allowed two runs in the third inning via consecutive RBI singles, followed by a two-run home run from Cleveland’s third baseman, Jose Ramirez, which put the Guardians ahead 4-2.

Despite the early setbacks, Rodriguez regained control and retired six of seven batters before leaving in the seventh inning with a runner on first and two outs. The bullpen then faced pressure but held firm. Juan Burgos allowed a double but prevented inherited runners from scoring, while right-hander Andrew Hoffmann gave up two hits and a run. Lefty Kyle Backhus closed the inning without allowing additional runs, and Andrew Saalfrank secured the save with a scoreless ninth inning.

Corbin Carroll Drives Diamondbacks’ Offensive Surge

Corbin Carroll was the centerpiece of the Diamondbacks’ offense, going 2-for-4 with both triples and contributing two runs scored and an RBI. Jake McCarthy opened the scoring with his third homer of the season in the third inning, giving Arizona an initial 1-0 lead before Cleveland responded with two runs to take the advantage. McCarthy finished the game 2-for-4.

Arizona tied the game at 2-2 in the following half-inning when Carroll scored on a groundout by Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Trailing 4-2 in the fifth, Alek Thomas delivered a triple, which was followed by a single from Geraldo Perdomo to bring him home. Carroll then tied the game at 4-4 by driving in Perdomo with his second triple of the night. Perdomo ended his night 2-for-3 with a walk, highlighting his productive outing.

In the seventh inning, with runners on second and third, Gurriel’s two-run single pushed Arizona ahead 6-4. This provided the crucial cushion that the bullpen preserved to seal the victory. The Diamondbacks will aim to clinch the series with a game scheduled for Wednesday at 12:40 p.m.

Significance of Carroll’s Record and Team Outlook

Corbin Carroll’s record-setting 16 triples underscore his speed and hitting ability, marking him as a key contributor to the Diamondbacks’ offense this season. His performance not only sets a new standard for the franchise but also energizes a team that fought back against a strong Cleveland squad. The bullpen’s resilience combined with Carroll’s historic night suggests the Diamondbacks have momentum as they continue their campaign.

With the series still in progress, fans will be watching closely to see if Arizona can extend their winning streak and solidify their position. Carroll’s pace and the team’s collective efforts will be central to their success as they pursue further victories.