After an up-and-down start to their 2025 campaign, the Arizona Diamondbacks may have finally found their window to strike. And if last night’s 8-0 dismantling of the Colorado Rockies — powered by ace Corbin Burnes was any indication, this team is well aware of it.
Facing a Rockies team that entered the night with an abysmal 7-37 record — easily the worst mark in the MLB — the D-backs took care of business the way any contending club should. Making a statement, Arizona played with urgency, dominating in every facet right out of the gate sending a clear message that they understand the opportunity in front of them.
D-backs must prove they belong in NL West race with a winnable stretch ahead
Currently sitting at 24-21, Arizona remains in the thick of an early playoff picture but stuck in a division that feels like a powder keg. The first-place Dodgers sit at 29-16, while the Padres (27-16) and Giants (26-19) are hot on their heels. If the D-backs have hopes of keeping pace, they need to do more than tread water — they need to make their move now. Fortunately, the schedule is giving them that chance.
Here’s what lies ahead for Arizona for the rest of May:
- 2 more games vs Colorado Rockies (7-37)
- 3 games @ Los Angeles Dodgers (29-16)
- 3 games @ St. Louis Cardinals (25-20)
- 3 games vs Pittsburgh Pirates (15-30)
- 3 games vs Washington Nationals (19-27)
Yes, that road trip to Los Angeles looms large, but the rest of this stretch feels like an open lane to stack wins. Colorado, Pittsburgh, and Washington are all teams hovering below .500 and flat-out struggling. These are the series that can separate playoff contenders from pretenders.
Arizona has been hovering just above the break-even mark all season. Their pitching has been shaky, and their bullpen has struggled with consistency — though the return of Kendall Graveman and the looming comeback of Justin Martinez provide a glimmer of hope. Offensively, the lineup has done enough to keep the team afloat, often carrying the load with little support. But this next two-week window gives them the perfect opportunity to flip the script. Take advantage of some soft opponents, climb up the standings if they can, and put some pressure on the teams at the top of the division.
Of course, it starts with handling business against teams you should beat. They can’t afford to play down to their competition. If the D-backs truly believe they’re built to compete in a loaded National League, it’s time to show it.