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Diamondbacks vs Giants game
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The gist
Diamondbacks open four-game series against Giants Thursday, trailing Cubs by five games for wild-card.
This series is crucial for Arizona's playoff push with 28 games left.
Background
The Arizona Diamondbacks are in a tight wild-card race, trailing the Chicago Cubs by five games with 28 games remaining. They face the San Francisco Giants, a non-contender seeking revenge after being swept by Arizona in May. The series includes a day-night doubleheader on Saturday and no game on Sunday, adding scheduling complexity.
How it unfolded
- May 2026Diamondbacks swept a three-game road series against the Giants in San Francisco.
- Aug 24, 2026Giants shut out Reds 5-0 in series opener at Oracle Park.
- Aug 25, 2026Diamondbacks rookie hit a walk-off home run to beat the Cubs.
- Aug 27, 2026Diamondbacks open a four-game series against the Giants, with right-hander Jose Cabrera (0-2, 5.60 ERA) called up from minors to start Thursday's game.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Diamondbacks have summoned right-hander Jose Cabrera from the minors to make Thursday's start.
- Analysts
- The Diamondbacks are a playoff hopeful desperate for wins, while the Giants are a revenge-seeking non-contender.