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'Bunting DBacks' are on a roll. Geraldo Perdomo leads the way
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The Arizona Diamondbacks have won their last three road series, with bunting playing a key role in their success. Geraldo Perdomo has been a standout contributor during this streak.
'Bunting DBacks' are on a roll. Geraldo Perdomo leads the way
Small ball has been a big part of the Arizona Diamondbacks' current success on the road.
The DBacks are only 10th currently in the National League for hitting entering Wednesday's games.
But after winning the last three straight series on the road, bunts have become a contributing factor, especially in this latest series against the Baltimore Orioles.
Jun 9, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts against the Cincinnati Reds during the ninth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 6, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts against the Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning at Chase Field.
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits a bunt during the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in game seven of the NLCS at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Oct. 24, 2023.
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) sacrifice bunts during the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers in game two of the 2023 World Series at Globe Life Field on Oct. 28, 2023, in Arlington, Texas.
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts to Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (3) in the third inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024.
Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo lays down a bunt single against the Kansas City Royals, Jordan Lawlar scored on a throwing error by pitcher Lucas Erceg in the fifth inning during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on March 11, 2025.
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo attempts to lay down a bunt against the Baltimore Orioles at Chase Field in Phoenix on April 8, 2025.
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits a sacrifice bunt against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning on Feb. 25, 2026, at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Jun 9, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts against the Cincinnati Reds during the ninth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Jun 9, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts against the Cincinnati Reds during the ninth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Aug 6, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts against the Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning at Chase Field.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits a bunt during the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in game seven of the NLCS at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Oct. 24, 2023.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) sacrifice bunts during the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers in game two of the 2023 World Series at Globe Life Field on Oct. 28, 2023, in Arlington, Texas.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) bunts to Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (3) in the third inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo lays down a bunt single against the Kansas City Royals, Jordan Lawlar scored on a throwing error by pitcher Lucas Erceg in the fifth inning during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on March 11, 2025.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo attempts to lay down a bunt against the Baltimore Orioles at Chase Field in Phoenix on April 8, 2025.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks' Geraldo Perdomo is a bunting master
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits a sacrifice bunt against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning on Feb. 25, 2026, at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale.
And nobody bunts better than DBacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo.
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He is the poster boy for small ball in 2026, with his bunting leading to the perception that the DBacks are successfully using a small ball approach this season.
The team has now been dubbed "The Bunting DBacks" by on-air broadcaster Jodie Jackson.
This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: 'Bunting DBacks' are on a roll. Geraldo Perdomo leads the way
Q&A
How many road series have the Arizona Diamondbacks won recently?
The Arizona Diamondbacks have won their last three road series.
What role has bunting played in the Diamondbacks' recent success?
Bunting has been a significant factor in the Diamondbacks' success, especially in their latest series against the Baltimore Orioles.
Who is leading the Arizona Diamondbacks in their recent performance?
Geraldo Perdomo is leading the way for the Arizona Diamondbacks during their recent successful stretch.
Where do the Diamondbacks currently rank in the National League for hitting?
The Diamondbacks are currently ranked 10th in the National League for hitting.
