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Diamondbacks Rout Reds 9–0, Keep Wild-Card Hopes Alive

8/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Cincinnati Reds 9-0, keeping wild-card hopes alive.
Eduardo Rodriguez (12-4) threw six scoreless innings, allowing one run in the fourth.
Nick Lodolo gave up six runs on ten hits in 3 1/3 innings, reaching 91 pitches.
Michael Toglia dislocated his right shoulder on a diving catch and left in a sling.
Ketel Marte moved from the restricted list to the 10-day injured list due to knee inflammation.

History

Historical Context

MLB’s 1998 expansion added the Arizona Diamondbacks in the National League, bringing the league to 30 clubs and prompting the 1994 creation of three divisions and a 12-team postseason with wild-card spots. The franchise’s early success underpins today’s 9-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, which preserves its wild-card hopes in the final stretch of the season.

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Story summary

Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Cincinnati Reds 9-0, keeping wild-card hopes alive.
Eduardo Rodriguez (12-4) threw six scoreless innings, allowing one run in the fourth.
Nick Lodolo gave up six runs on ten hits in 3 1/3 innings, reaching 91 pitches.
Michael Toglia dislocated his right shoulder on a diving catch and left in a sling.
Ketel Marte moved from the restricted list to the 10-day injured list due to knee inflammation.

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