Diamondbacks' Brandon Pfaadt Completes Eight Strong Innings in 8-2 Win Over Padres

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt delivered a standout performance in an 8-2 victory over the San Diego Padres, pitching eight innings with two earned runs, four hits, no walks, and four strikeouts. This marked the first time in his career that Pfaadt completed eight innings in a game, showcasing efficiency with 99 pitches and a strategic pitch mix emphasizing cutters and sinkers. Manager Torey Lovullo allowed Pfaadt to continue into the eighth inning after seven, recognizing his strong form, and Pfaadt retired 13 consecutive batters at one point. The Diamondbacks' offense complemented Pfaadt’s outing with multiple home runs, including a grand slam by Geraldo Perdomo and solo shots by James McCann, Eugenio Suarez, and Corbin Carroll. Despite his 5.16 ERA, Pfaadt’s performance helped improve his record to 9-6 on the season, and he is expected to pitch again after the All-Star break. This game demonstrated both Pfaadt’s potential as a reliable starter and the Diamondbacks’ offensive power as they push toward a .500 record.