Diamondbacks Roll Past Rockies, Close Gap in Playoff Race
The short version
- Diamondbacks beat the Rockies at Coors Field on September 22, 2026.
- Nolan Arenado stayed hot at the plate; Michael Soroka had another strong start.
- The win kept Arizona pace with the Phillies and gained ground on the Padres.
- An MLB agent survey indicated players won't budge in the labor fight.
Arizona beat Colorado at Coors Field on Tuesday as Nolan Arenado stayed hot and Michael Soroka delivered another strong start.
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday at Coors Field in Denver. Kevin Ginkel and Gabriel Moreno were pictured celebrating after the win.
Nolan Arenado continued his strong hitting stretch, while pitcher Michael Soroka turned in another solid outing. The victory kept Arizona in step with the Philadelphia Phillies and allowed the Diamondbacks to make up ground on the San Diego Padres in the standings.
Despite the loss, Colorado could not mathematically eliminate Arizona, which remains in contention. Elsewhere, coverage of the Arenado trade noted that both the Cardinals and Arizona have benefited from the deal, much as both sides gained from the earlier Paul Goldschmidt trade between the clubs.
Around baseball, an agent survey suggested players are unwilling to move in the ongoing labor dispute, while San Diego has become a focal point in the standoff over MLB's push for a salary cap. The upcoming NPB free agent class features intriguing names, though Arizona is not expected to pursue them.
