Full Breakdown
Diamondbacks Edge Rangers 1-0 Behind Soroka's Shutout
5/12/2026, 12:51:11 PM
Game Summary
On Monday night in Arlington, Texas, the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Texas Rangers 1-0. Michael Soroka worked 6 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing three singles and one walk. Geraldo Perdomo’s RBI double in the first inning produced the only run. Paul Sewald closed the ninth for his ninth save after hitting Corey Seager with a pitch.
Pitching Streaks and Historical Context
Soroka’s start extended Arizona’s streak of starters pitching six or more innings in seven straight games—the longest active run in MLB and the franchise’s best since 2017. The Diamondbacks have also logged four consecutive outings with one or fewer runs and four or fewer hits, a feat not seen since 2019. Texas entered with a league-best 2.80 bullpen ERA, but its 20-inning scoreless streak ended with Arizona’s run.
Key Performers
- Michael Soroka (Arizona) – Season ERA 3.53, allowed one run or fewer in his start.
- Geraldo Perdomo (Arizona) – Delivered the game-winning RBI double.
- Paul Sewald (Arizona) – Earned his ninth save, striking out the side.
- Nathan Eovaldi (Texas) – Scratched due to left-side tightness, prompting a bullpen game.
- Jakob Junis (Texas) – Opened the game, delivering 2 2/3 innings.
Official Statements, Responses, and Criticism
Rangers manager Skip Schumaker confirmed Eovaldi’s left-side tightness and subsequent medical imaging before his removal from the rotation. Arizona’s front office praised the pitching staff’s recent work, noting only two runs allowed in the last three games and stressing the need for sustained strong outings to offset limited offense. Analysts warned the Rangers’ rotation depth is strained, with few minor-league options, and suggested relievers such as Jacob Latz or Cal Quantrill may be pressed into starting roles, a move described as “not a certainty.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “ARLINGTON, Texas(AP) — Michael Soroka allowed three singles over 6 1/3 scoreless innings, and Geraldo Perdomo drove home the game’s only run three batters in as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Texas Rangers 1-0 on Monday night.” — Associated Press
- “Open Extended Reactions ARLINGTON, Texas -- Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start Monday night against the Diamondbacks because of left side tightness.” — ESPN
- “The run snapped Texas pitching’s string of 20 consecutive scoreless innings, tied for fourth longest in the major leagues this season.” — Associated Press
- “Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Eovaldi felt the tightness earlier Monday and then had medical imaging.” — ESPN
What’s Next
Arizona will start right-hander Zac Gallen (1-3, 4.70 ERA) against Texas left-hander MacKenzie Gore (2-3, 5.18 ERA) in the series finale. The Rangers must finalize a replacement for Eovaldi, with potential starters emerging from the bullpen or minor-league system.
