D-backs Fall to Historic Collapse Against Brewers
The Arizona Diamondbacks have had a rollercoaster of a season, clawing their way through a fiercely competitive playoff race. However, their recent clash with the Milwaukee Brewers turned into a heart-wrenching affair on Sunday, as they suffered a crushing 10-9 defeat, marking the largest blown lead in Diamondbacks franchise history.
The game started in explosive fashion for Arizona, who held an 8-0 lead going into the bottom of the third inning. The D-backs seemed poised for a commanding victory, particularly after a potent seven-run third inning that included homers by Josh Bell and Eugenio Suárez. Most of the damage was inflicted upon Milwaukee's starter, Frankie Montas, who struggled to contain Arizona’s offensive onslaught.
Yet, the Brewers refused to back down. They posted a solitary run in the bottom of the third inning and continued to chip away at the Diamondbacks' lead. Milwaukee added two more runs in the fourth, another run in the sixth, and a pair of runs in the seventh. Signs of a remarkable comeback began to materialize.
In the eighth inning, Randal Grichuk stepped up with a pinch-hit RBI single to extend Arizona’s lead momentarily. However, the Brewers responded fiercely in the bottom of the inning, scoring four runs. A two-run single by Rhys Hoskins tied the game, and a slow-roller off Jake Bauers' bat completed the Brewers' astonishing comeback.
With this defeat, the Diamondbacks' record dropped to 87-69 for the season. The loss also tightened the National League wild-card race, with Arizona now holding just a half-game lead over the New York Mets for the second wild-card position. The Atlanta Braves are also within striking distance, sitting 1 ½ games behind Arizona.
On the other side of the field, Milwaukee halted a three-game losing streak with their victory, boosting their season record to 89-67. The Brewers have clinched the NL Central for the second consecutive year and remain the only team in the majors this season to avoid a losing streak of four or more games. They are now likely to enter the playoffs as the No. 3 seed in the NL bracket.
This loss marks a pivotal moment for the Diamondbacks, who must now focus on redemption and securing their playoff position. Each game takes on heightened significance as they seek to rebound from this historic collapse. With the surging Mets and Braves breathing down their necks, Arizona must channel their resilience and competitive spirit in the final stretch of the season.
The path forward for the Diamondbacks will not be easy, but their performance thus far shows they have the talent and determination to make a strong postseason push. Moving past this defeat quickly will be key, as every remaining game presents another opportunity to solidify their standing and make a deep playoff run. Given the stakes, fans can expect Arizona to come out fighting, ready to demonstrate that Sunday's game was an anomaly rather than a trend.