The Arizona Diamondbacks dropped their season opener to the LA Dodgers. Zac Gallen pitched a strong four innings but couldn't escape the fifth.

The Diamondbacks already have to make a change to their lineup.

Going into opening day, Arizona has high hopes, but remains in a very competitive division in the National League West, with the likes of the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants among them. However,

A year after 17 different Diamondbacks recorded a save, Arizona manager Torey Lovullo announced an Opening Day bullpen with no left-handed relievers.

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ Opening Day roster is here, featuring 2025 All-Stars Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte, offseason additions Nolan Arenado and Paul Sewald along with several youngsters.

The Arizona Diamondbacks start their 2026 season Thursday evening in LA against the two-time defending champion Dodgers. The D-Backs finished last season with a record of 80-82, in fourth place in the National League West.

The Los Angeles Dodgers take a 1-0 advantage into the next game of the series against the Arizona Diamondbacks

Next time, it will count. Today, however? Expect a fairly laid-back game, with most of the regulars checking out after a couple of at-bats. Whether you will be able to tell the difference between that and last night’s two-hit shutout,

With no designated closer, a top-heavy lineup and injuries still lingering from 2025, the Diamondbacks will have their work cut out for them.