Carroll's Grand Slam Leads Diamondbacks Past Angels 8-1; Rodriguez Earns 100th Win

The Arizona Diamondbacks dominated the Los Angeles Angels 8-1 on Wednesday in Phoenix, powered by Corbin Carroll's grand slam and Eduardo Rodriguez's milestone 100th career victory. Carroll's fifth career grand slam—his 13th home run of the season—sailed just over the right field wall in the second inning, giving Arizona an immediate 5-1 advantage. The two-time All-Star's power display capped an offensive outburst that saw multiple Diamondbacks contribute to the lopsided victory.

Rodriguez was masterful on the mound, scattering six hits and three walks over seven innings while surrendering just one run. The veteran left-hander struck out five batters and lowered his seasonal ERA to 2.45, securing the win and becoming the ninth Venezuelan-born pitcher to reach 100 victories in Major League Baseball. Rodriguez improved to 6-2 on the season with the performance.

The Diamondbacks received additional offensive support from their lineup. Ketel Marte added a two-run double, while rookie Tommy Troy contributed two hits including a triple and two RBIs. Gabriel Moreno had a strong day, recording three hits and reaching base four times. Angels left-hander Sam Aldegheri (2-2) struggled significantly, lasting just three innings while allowing six runs. Los Angeles's only run came from shortstop Zach Neto's solo home run to lead off the game—his 15th of the season and second in as many days.

The victory gave Arizona a series advantage over Los Angeles, winning two of three games. The Diamondbacks host the Minnesota Twins beginning Friday, with Michael Soroka (8-3, 3.11 ERA) slated to start against the Twins' Connor Prielipp (2-4, 5.26 ERA). The Angels travel to Oakland to face the Athletics in a four-game series beginning Thursday.