Diamondbacks OUTPLAY Dodgers but Base Running Mistakes Lead to Another Tough Loss

The Arizona Diamondbacks went toe-to-toe with the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of their season-opening series and, in many ways, outplayed them. But a handful of costly baserunning mistakes and a disastrous third inning stretch from Ryne Nelson proved to be the difference in another loss and a series defeat to start 2026.

We break down why it feels like Arizona has to play near-perfect baseball to beat L.A., evaluate Nelson’s outing, and highlight Alek Thomas’ continued growth at the plate. Plus, we dive into some encouraging signs from the bullpen and recap the Reno Aces’ Opening Day loss to Tacoma.

Diamondbacks’ Basepath Mistakes Pile Up in Loss to Dodgers