Diamondbacks Rally Late to Defeat Orioles in Rubber Match

Adrian Del Castillo's two-run homer in extra innings seals the series win for Arizona

Apr. 16, 2026 at 4:57am

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The Arizona Diamondbacks came from behind to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 8-5 in the rubber match of their three-game series. After the Orioles took an early lead, the Diamondbacks responded with a pair of runs in the third inning on a misplay by Orioles outfielder Weston Wilson. The lead changed hands a few times, but the Diamondbacks ultimately prevailed in extra innings on a two-run homer by Adrian Del Castillo and an RBI single from Nolan Arenado.

Why it matters

This series win on the road against a competitive Orioles team is a major boost for the Diamondbacks, who are looking to build on their early-season success and challenge for a playoff spot in the tough NL West. The Orioles, meanwhile, are still searching for answers as their highly touted prospects have struggled to take the next step.

The details

Diamondbacks backup catcher Adrian Del Castillo had a big game, driving in four runs including the decisive two-run homer in extra innings. Orioles starter Eduardo Rodriguez uncharacteristically struggled, walking four batters and failing to record a single strikeout. The game featured several lead changes as both teams' offenses traded blows, but the Diamondbacks ultimately prevailed thanks to their late-inning heroics.

  • The Diamondbacks scored two runs in the third inning.
  • The Orioles took the lead with two runs in the bottom of the third.
  • The Diamondbacks regained the lead with a run in the fourth inning.
  • The Orioles tied the game at 4-4 in the sixth inning.
  • The Diamondbacks scored the go-ahead run in the seventh inning.

The players

Adrian Del Castillo

The Diamondbacks' backup catcher who drove in four runs, including the decisive two-run homer in extra innings.

Eduardo Rodriguez

The Orioles' starting pitcher who struggled uncharacteristically, walking four batters and failing to record a single strikeout.

Weston Wilson

The Orioles' reserve outfielder who misplayed a deep fly ball in the third inning, allowing the Diamondbacks to score two runs.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to battle back against a tough Orioles team, and I'm proud of the way our guys kept fighting until the end.”

— Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks Manager

“It's frustrating to let a game slip away like that, but we'll regroup and come back stronger in our next series.”

— Brandon Hyde, Orioles Manager

What’s next

The Diamondbacks will enjoy an off day on Monday before returning home to face the struggling Blue Jays and White Sox, while the Orioles will look to bounce back in their upcoming series against the Rays.

The takeaway

This series win on the road against a fellow up-and-coming team is a major confidence boost for the Diamondbacks, who are proving they can compete with the best in the league. Meanwhile, the Orioles' struggles continue as they search for answers to get their highly touted prospects back on track.