Ketel Marte's Walk-Off Double Lifts D-Backs Over Braves

Arizona splits 4-game series with 6-5 victory in 10 innings

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:22am

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Ketel Marte delivered a walk-off double in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Arizona Diamondbacks a 6-5 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in Phoenix. Corbin Carroll went 3-for-4 with an RBI triple, while Ildemaro Vargas drove in two runs on a triple for the D-Backs, who earned consecutive one-run wins to split the 4-game series.

Why it matters

The Diamondbacks' comeback win over the defending World Series champion Braves showcases the team's resilience and ability to win close games, which could be crucial as they aim to compete in the NL West division this season.

The details

Trailing 5-4 in the top of the 9th, the Braves tied the game on consecutive singles by Jorge Mateo, Ronald Acuna Jr. and Drake Baldwin off Jonathan Loaisiga. But in the bottom of the 10th, Marte doubled on the first pitch from Joel Payamps to score the automatic runner and give Arizona the walk-off win. Brandon Pfaadt started for the D-Backs, allowing 3 runs over 4.2 innings, while Martin Perez gave up 4 runs for the Braves in his first start of the year.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 6, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • Marte delivered the walk-off double in the bottom of the 10th inning.

The players

Ketel Marte

The Diamondbacks' second baseman who hit the game-winning double in the 10th inning.

Corbin Carroll

The Diamondbacks' outfielder who went 3-for-4 with an RBI triple.

Ildemaro Vargas

The Diamondbacks' infielder who drove in two runs with a triple.

Drake Baldwin

The Braves' catcher who hit a home run and drove in 4 RBIs.

Brandon Pfaadt

The Diamondbacks' starting pitcher who allowed 3 runs over 4.2 innings.

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What they’re saying

“We showed a lot of fight to come back and tie it in the 9th, but Marte just beat us with that double in the 10th. That's baseball - you've got to tip your cap sometimes.”

— Brian Snitker, Braves Manager

What’s next

The Diamondbacks will look to build on this win as they continue their homestand, while the Braves will try to rebound when they return home to face the Marlins.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth thriller between two NL contenders showcased the Diamondbacks' resilience and ability to win close games, which will be crucial as they try to keep pace in the competitive NL West race.