D-backs romp in finale, can only watch as playoff fate is determined

September 29th, 2024

PHOENIX -- Now they wait.

The D-backs salvaged the final game of the three-game set with the Padres, an 11-2 victory Sunday afternoon at Chase Field. Whether they make the postseason is now out of their hands.

The D-backs will have to wait until the completion of a doubleheader Monday in Atlanta between the Mets and Braves to know their fate. If the two teams split that doubleheader, the D-backs’ season is over. If one team sweeps, that team and the D-backs qualify for the postseason.

On Sunday, the D-backs got a good outing from starter Brandon Pfaadt and their offense came alive against Martín Pérez with a six-run fourth inning. Eugenio Suárez reached 30 home runs and 100 RBIs for the season with a 3-for-5 performance.