D-backs crush White Sox 10-0 on June 24, 2025, behind Pavin Smith's two homers, but the win is overshadowed by a major injury to star Corbin Carroll.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was a day of conflicting emotions for the Arizona Diamondbacks. On one hand, a spectacular 10-0 demolition of the Chicago White Sox showcased the team's offensive firepower. On the other, the victory was deeply soured by the news that star outfielder Corbin Carroll is heading to the injured list with a fractured wrist, dealing a significant blow to the club's long-term aspirations.
Pavin Smith's 416-foot solo shot in the fourth marked his second career multi-homer game, a desperately needed breakout from a player who entered the contest with a .158 batting average in June.
The toughest news of the day came off the field. An MRI and CT scan revealed a chip fracture in Corbin Carroll's left wrist, an injury that will land him on the 10-day injured list. The team is currently seeking additional medical opinions, and there is no official timetable for his return. Losing a player of Carroll's caliber is a major setback. In his absence, the D-backs will rely on a combination of Randal Grichuk and Tim Tawa to handle duties in right field, a tall order for any player trying to fill the shoes of a reigning Rookie of the Year.
While the Carroll news cast a pall, Pavin Smith did everything he could to lift the team's spirits. Smith was the offensive catalyst, going 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBIs. His three-run blast in the second inning blew the game open early, and he added a solo shot in the fourth for good measure. It was a massive performance for Smith, who has struggled at the plate for most of June. The hope is that this two-homer night is a sign of things to come and not just a flash in the pan.
The offensive explosion wasn't limited to Smith. The D-backs got on the board in the first with a two-run double from Josh Naylor and never looked back. Ketel Marte joined the home run parade with a solo shot of his own, while Gabriel Moreno and Geraldo Perdomo chipped in with multi-hit games. On the mound, Ryne Nelson was masterful. The right-hander tossed six shutout innings, scattering five hits and striking out seven White Sox batters to earn the win and continue his solid season.
In a move to bolster depth at a key position, the D-backs also made a change behind the plate. The team signed veteran catcher James McCann to a new contract. To make room on the 40-man roster, fellow catcher Aramis Garcia was designated for assignment. The move provides Arizona with more experience and a steady hand to help manage the pitching staff through a critical stretch of the season.
At 40-38, the Diamondbacks are back on the right side of .500, but the road ahead just got significantly tougher. The elation from Tuesday's blowout is tempered by the reality of losing a dynamic player like Corbin Carroll. The challenge now is for the 'next man up' to truly deliver and for breakout performers like Pavin Smith to prove this wasn't a one-night wonder. The team's resilience will be tested as they navigate the coming weeks without their star right fielder.
