Vargas' three-run homer pushes Diamondbacks ahead 10-2 in Atlanta

Arizona already leads the series 2-0 entering today's game

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 161 min read

Ildemaro Vargas makes it a 10-2 lead for the Diamondbacks with a three-run home run! 🔥 https://t.co/7ENblOXwjX Via @MLBONFOX on X

What happened: Ildemaro Vargas hit a three-run home run to put the Arizona Diamondbacks ahead 10-2 over the Atlanta Braves. The homer came as Arizona carries a 2-0 series lead into the matchup.

Why it matters: Arizona enters at 65-52 on a one-game winning streak, while Atlanta sits at 70-47 but has dropped its last game. A lopsided showing in this game would extend Arizona's recent success in the head-to-head series.

By the numbers: Arizona is averaging 4.6 runs scored and allowing 4.2 per game this season; Atlanta averages 4.8 scored and 3.8 allowed. In the teams' last two meetings, Arizona won 10-3 and 2-0.

What to watch: Atlanta will look to answer as the game continues with Arizona holding the 10-2 edge.

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@MLBONFOX 2026-08-16T03:29:22.483550+00:00

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