Geraldo Perdomo shines but the D-backs fall 7-2 to the Tigers on July 30, 2025. Read how Arizona's losing streak hit five in a tough Detroit series sweep.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Another day, another tough loss. The Arizona Diamondbacks' road trip woes continued in Detroit on Wednesday, as they fell 7-2 to the Tigers, completing a dispiriting series sweep. The defeat marks the club's fifth consecutive loss, pushing them further down the standings at a critical juncture of the season. While the team struggled to generate offense, one player refused to go down quietly.
Geraldo Perdomo drove in both Diamondbacks runs, accounting for 100% of the team's offense in the series finale.
The final score of 7-2 tells a familiar story for the D-backs lately. Starter Ryne Nelson battled but ultimately took the loss, surrendering four runs over five innings to a hot Tigers lineup. Detroit's Kerry Carpenter did most of the damage with a two-run homer and three RBIs. For Arizona, the bats were largely silent against Tigers starter Chris Paddack, who held them to just a single run through six frames. The loss drops the D-backs to a season-low seven games under .500 at 51-58 and a daunting 12.5 games back in the division.
If you're looking for a positive takeaway, look no further than Geraldo Perdomo. The shortstop was responsible for all of Arizona's offense, driving in Corbin Carroll with an RBI single in the 4th inning and launching a solo home run in the 9th. He wasn't just good at the plate; Perdomo also provided the defensive highlight of the game with a slick backhanded play and a strong throw in the 8th, a play deservedly shared across the team's social media channels. In a game to forget, Perdomo's two-way performance was a welcome reminder of his talent.
The fifth straight loss stings, but its timing makes it even more painful. With the MLB trade deadline less than 24 hours away, the Diamondbacks are spiraling. The question is no longer just *if* the front office will make a move, but in which direction. Will they buy to try and stop the bleeding? Sell off pieces to retool for the future? Or stand pat and trust the current roster to turn it around? So far, there have been no new rumors, no transactions, and no hints from management, creating a tense wait for a fanbase desperate for a spark.
The Diamondbacks will have a day off to travel and regroup before their next series, but for the front office, the clock is ticking. The next 24 hours, culminating in the trade deadline, could very well define the remainder of the 2025 season. As the losses mount, the pressure to make a decisive move—any move—has never been higher.
