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Diamondbacks Chase NL Wild Card Amid Tough Schedule

9/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Diamondbacks sit one game behind the Mets and Reds for the final NL Wild Card, 6.2%.
Corbin Carroll remains optimistic, noting many factors must align for success.
The Diamondbacks face Dodgers and Padres on a tougher schedule; Reds and Mets look easier.
Tiebreakers favor Arizona against the Mets but not Reds, who won the season series.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball's competitive landscape shifted dramatically after the 1994 players' strike, which canceled the World Series. The Arizona Diamondbacks, founded in 1998, achieved playoff success in 2001, winning the World Series. As of 2023, they are vying for a Wild Card spot, illustrating the ongoing challenges teams face in maintaining performance and engaging fans amid fluctuating dynamics.

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Story summary

The Diamondbacks sit one game behind the Mets and Reds for the final NL Wild Card, 6.2%.
Corbin Carroll remains optimistic, noting many factors must align for success.
The Diamondbacks face Dodgers and Padres on a tougher schedule; Reds and Mets look easier.
Tiebreakers favor Arizona against the Mets but not Reds, who won the season series.

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