Diamondbacks and Braves Open Four-Game Series

Corbin Carroll provides updates on his hand rehab as Arizona hosts Atlanta

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:19am

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The Arizona Diamondbacks and Atlanta Braves are set to open a four-game series at Chase Field on Thursday night. Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll, who is recovering from hamate surgery, has provided an update on his hand rehab, noting that it is 'way, way better' than a couple weeks ago despite some lingering discomfort. Carroll has also made a noticeable change to his swing, keeping both hands on the bat rather than his usual one-handed finish.

Why it matters

The Diamondbacks and Braves are both looking to build momentum early in the season. The Braves are coming off a disappointing 76-86 campaign in 2025, while the Diamondbacks are hoping to take a step forward. Carroll's health and production will be crucial for Arizona, as he is one of their top young talents.

The details

Corbin Carroll said his right hand still isn't fully healed following hamate surgery, but it is feeling 'way, way better' than it was a couple weeks ago. Despite the discomfort, Carroll has put together three strong games in the Diamondbacks' sweep of the Detroit Tigers. One noticeable change for Carroll this year has been keeping both hands on the bat during his swing, rather than letting go with his left hand like he usually has in the past. Carroll said he can't control the two-handed finish, but it's happening and he's fine with it since it seems to be putting less strain on his right side.

  • The Diamondbacks and Braves open a four-game series at Chase Field on Thursday night, April 2.

The players

Corbin Carroll

An outfielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks who is recovering from hamate surgery and has made a noticeable change to his swing this season.

Ryne Nelson

The Diamondbacks' starting pitcher for the series opener against the Braves.

Reynaldo Lopez

The Braves' starting pitcher for the series opener against the Diamondbacks.

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What they’re saying

“'I can't control it. It's just happening, so we're rolling with it.'”

— Corbin Carroll, Diamondbacks Outfielder

“'We've got a trainer that's very good at inflicting pain,'”

— Corbin Carroll, Diamondbacks Outfielder

What’s next

The Diamondbacks and Braves will continue their four-game series on Friday, April 3 at 6:45 PM, Saturday, April 4 at 4:15 PM, and Sunday, April 5 at 1:10 PM.

The takeaway

Corbin Carroll's health and production will be crucial for the Diamondbacks as they look to build momentum early in the season against a Braves team that is hoping to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 campaign. Carroll's swing adjustments and continued recovery from hand surgery will be worth monitoring throughout the series.