Nolan Arenado’s Grand Slam Powers Diamondbacks Past Rockies
Nolan Arenado hit his eighth career grand slam against his former team, the Colorado Rockies, in a 9-0 victory for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix on Monday night. The win moved the Diamondbacks to eight games above .500 for the…
Denver, CO, August 11, 2026 —
Phoenix, AZ – Nolan Arenado launched his eighth career grand slam on Monday night, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a commanding 9-0 shutout victory over his former team, the Colorado Rockies, in Phoenix.
The powerful hit by Arenado contributed significantly to the Diamondbacks’ dominant performance, marking a key moment in the game. This victory propelled the Diamondbacks to eight games above the .500 mark for the current season, underscoring their strong performance.
On the mound for the Rockies, pitcher Gabriel Hughes struggled, surrendering seven runs within his four innings of work. The outing proved costly for Colorado, as the Diamondbacks capitalized on opportunities.
Meanwhile, for the Arizona Diamondbacks, pitcher Michael Soroka delivered a notable performance in his return to the mound following an injury. Soroka’s outing was described as successful, providing a positive sign for the team.
The game was played in Phoenix on Monday night.
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