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The Arizona Diamondbacks have optioned outfielder Jake McCarthy to Triple-A Reno and recalled infielder Emmanuel Rivera from the Aces. McCarthy has struggled this season, averaging .143 with a .467 OPS in 22 games. Pavin Smith has been performing well in his place, averaging .355 in 12 games. Rivera has yet to make his 2023 debut for Arizona after appearing in 39 games for the D-backs last season.
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jake McCarthy made a rare catch in foul territory during a game against the San Diego Padres, but his momentum carried him over a short wall with no protective netting and into the front row. McCarthy was helped up by a fan wearing a Machado jersey. The incident highlights the changing dynamics of fielding in MLB due to the implementation of protective netting along the foul lines.
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 in a game where their speed on the bases led to both runs. Rookie outfielder Corbin Carroll stole second and third on consecutive pitches before scoring on a double by Geraldo Perdomo to tie the game. Outfielder Jake McCarthy then scored the go-ahead run in the ninth inning on a bunt that Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol could not pick up. Carroll and McCarthy are both known for their speed and base running abilities, with Carroll stealing three bases in the game. The win gave the D-backs a series split and they now head to San Diego for a two-game series against the Padres.