Corbin Carroll's 3 HRs and 8 RBIs led the D-backs to a 12-9 win over the Mariners on June 10. See how his historic night tied a franchise record.
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In a game that felt more like a home run derby than a regular season contest, the Arizona Diamondbacks snapped a three-game losing streak with an unforgettable 12-9 victory over the Seattle Mariners. The story of the night, and perhaps the season so far, was Corbin Carroll, who etched his name into the franchise record books with a monumental performance at the plate.
I was just seeing the ball really well tonight. The energy in the dugout was incredible.
Tuesday night at Chase Field belonged to Corbin Carroll. The D-backs outfielder put on a clinic, going 4-for-5 with three towering home runs and a staggering eight RBIs. The performance was a masterclass in hitting, tying the franchise's single-game RBI record and making him the first Diamondback to hit three homers in a game since J.D. Martinez did it in 2017. It was the kind of superstar performance that can single-handedly change a team's momentum.
While Carroll was the main event, he had plenty of help. Fellow slugger Eugenio Suarez came through in a big way, launching a crucial three-run homer and finishing the night with four RBIs of his own. The D-backs' lineup was relentless, chasing Seattle's pitchers from the game and constantly applying pressure. The offensive outburst was a welcome sight for a team that had been scuffling, proving the bats are still very much alive.
The youth movement was on full display. Making his first MLB start, rookie shortstop Tommy Troy looked like a seasoned veteran, going a perfect 3-for-3 with a double, a walk, and two runs scored. Manager Torey Lovullo praised his poise, noting he 'gave us a real spark.' Meanwhile, down on the farm, top prospect Jordan Lawlar continued to make his case for a call-up, smashing another homer and a triple for the Reno Aces. The future looks bright, and it's getting closer every day.
It wasn't a masterpiece on the mound, but it was enough. Starter Brandon Pfaadt battled through 4.2 innings, giving up five runs but keeping the team in the game. The bullpen bent but didn't break, holding off a late Mariners charge that included two homers from Mitch Garver and a grand slam from Samad Taylor. Management clearly sees the need for reinforcements, as the team selected the contract of LHP Kyle Backhus from Triple-A Reno before the game, a move designed to add a fresh arm to the relief corps.
What a wild, wonderful night at Chase Field. This win, fueled by a historic performance and a glimpse of the future, was exactly the jolt of energy the Diamondbacks needed to snap their skid. While the pitching staff has work to do, the offense proved it can carry the team on any given night. With Carroll heating up and young talent pushing from every direction, the next chapter of this series against the Mariners just got a lot more interesting.
