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An abstract, cubist-inspired illustration captures the dramatic tension and energy of the Diamondbacks’ extra-innings victory over the Orioles.Baltimore Today
Adrian Del Castillo hit a decisive two-run home run in the 10th inning to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. The Diamondbacks slugger finished the game with 5 RBIs, powering his team to victory in the extra-innings matchup.
Why it matters
The win helps the Diamondbacks maintain their position in the NL West standings, while the loss is another setback for the struggling Orioles as they try to turn their season around in the AL East.
The details
With the game tied 5-5 in the top of the 10th, Del Castillo stepped up and crushed a two-run shot to give the Diamondbacks the lead. Arizona’s bullpen was then able to shut down the Orioles in the bottom half of the inning to secure the victory.
The game was played on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
The players
Adrian Del Castillo
The Diamondbacks’ slugging outfielder who hit the game-winning home run in the 10th inning.
Arizona Diamondbacks
The National League West baseball team that defeated the Baltimore Orioles.
Baltimore Orioles
The American League East baseball team that lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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What they’re saying
“That was a huge hit for us. Del Castillo has been swinging a hot bat lately and came through in a big spot.”
— Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks Manager
The takeaway
Del Castillo’s late-game heroics helped the Diamondbacks secure an important extra-innings victory over the struggling Orioles, keeping Arizona in the thick of the NL West playoff race.