Diamondbacks Begin East Coast Road Trip After Homestand

Arizona's Brandon Pfaadt looks to earn first win of season against Braves

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:39pm

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The Arizona Diamondbacks will wrap up a weekend series against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, April 5, with right-hander Brandon Pfaadt taking the mound. Pfaadt is seeking his first win of the 2026 season after a no-decision in his first start against the Detroit Tigers on March 31.

Why it matters

The Diamondbacks are looking to build momentum as they begin a long East Coast road trip following this weekend's series against the Braves. Pfaadt, a promising young pitcher, will be a key part of Arizona's rotation as they aim to improve on their early-season performance.

The details

Pfaadt faced the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, March 31, in a no-decision after six innings pitched in his first start of the 2026 season. The Diamondbacks will now look to the 24-year-old right-hander to help them wrap up their homestand on a high note before embarking on an extended road trip.

  • The Diamondbacks finish up a weekend series with the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, April 5.
  • Pfaadt faced the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, March 31, in his first start of the 2026 season.

The players

Brandon Pfaadt

A 24-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Arizona Diamondbacks

A Major League Baseball team based in Phoenix, Arizona.

Atlanta Braves

A Major League Baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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What’s next

After the series against the Braves, the Diamondbacks will embark on a long East Coast road trip to face several tough opponents.

The takeaway

The Diamondbacks' upcoming road trip will be a crucial test for the team, and Pfaadt's performance against the Braves could set the tone for their upcoming games away from home.