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Did Diamondbacks' Defensive Lapses Allow Dodgers to Triumph at Salt River Fields?

The Arizona Diamondbacks faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a preseason matchup at Salt River Fields, resulting in a 10-7 victory for the Dodgers. This game marked the D-Backs' record at 2-4, while the Blue maintained an undefeated streak with a 5-0 record.


Feb 25, 2026; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Drey Jameson (99) throws in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

First Inning


The game started with promise for the Snakes as they took an early lead by scoring 3 runs on 3 hits. Pavin Smith's performance was notable as he contributed significantly to this early advantage. However, despite their strong start, defensive errors began to creep into their play.


Second Inning


In response, the Bums capitalized on these lapses in defense during the second inning. The Dodgers managed to score 2 runs and benefited from an error by Arizona's fielders. This shift in momentum highlighted some of the defensive vulnerabilities that would continue to affect Arizona throughout the game.


Feb 25, 2026; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) throws in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Fifth Inning


The fifth inning saw another surge from Los Angeles as they added four more runs to their tally. The D-Backs struggled with pitching consistency and allowed crucial hits that widened the gap between them and their opponents.


Seventh Inning


Despite efforts from players like Corbin Carroll who showed resilience at bat, contributing two hits during critical moments of play, it was not enough to stem another wave of scoring by Los Angeles in this inning where they added four additional runs.


Feb 25, 2026; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Drey Jameson (99) throws in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Ninth Inning


Arizona attempted a late comeback effort with one run scored but ultimately fell short due largely due again partly due errors which plagued them throughout match leading total three errors committed overall compared just one made by opposition team across entire duration match played out before crowd over eleven thousand attendees present venue located Scottsdale area state Arizona United States America


Afterwards during post-game report Diamondbacks coach post-game reaction reflected upon need improve both defensively offensively moving forward future contests upcoming schedule season ahead including next fixture set take place against Kansas City Royals scheduled February twenty sixth two thousand twenty six starting time fifteen ten Eastern Daylight Time local venue same location previously mentioned fans able watch live broadcast available via SportsNet LA network coverage provided event


For those following closely along journey team progress make sure stay tuned updates insights analysis surrounding ongoing developments within organization share article others interested keeping track latest happenings related franchise endeavors pursuits success path laid out ahead

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