# Did the Arizona Diamondbacks Just PROVE Their Offense Can Only Thrive Against Left-Handed Pitchers?

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Podcast: [Locked On Diamondbacks - Daily Podcast On The Arizona Diamondbacks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-diamondbacks-daily-podcast-on-the-arizona-diamondbacks-716074)
Published: 2026-06-25T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Arizona Diamondbacks crush the St. Louis Cardinals as Corbin Carroll and Tommy Troy power a breakout offensive performance. But why does Arizona dominate left-handed pitching while struggling against righties, and what does this mean for their playoff ambitions as the trade deadline approaches? George Lund breaks down the team’s drastic offensive splits, highlights Tommy Troy’s development and LuJames Groover’s emergence, and explores the implications for players like Pavin Smith and new addition Max Kepler. Key topics include trade targets such as Joc Peterson, roster shake-ups, and standout pitching from rookie Mitch Bratt. How will these changes shape the Diamondbacks’ postseason push? Don’t miss this crucial analysis of Arizona’s evolving strategy and their path forward in a crowded NL Wild Card race.

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