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The Arizona Diamondbacks faced multiple injuries during their series against the Padres in Mexico City, overshadowing the event's intended celebration of culture and competition.
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Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) throws to first to make the out against the Atlanta Braves during the tenth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images
MEXICO CITY â A series that was supposed to be about competition, connection and culture has turned into some bad luck for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (23) looks on after leaving the game against the Philadelphia Phillies in the sixth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
The D-Backs completed their two-game series against the San Diego Padres in Mexico City at Estadio Alfredo Harp HelĂș, where Arizona returned for competition for the first time since 2019. However, three players were removed due to injuries.
The article highlights that the Diamondbacks faced multiple injuries during their series against the Padres, but specific player injuries are not detailed.
The injuries negatively affected the Diamondbacks' performance, turning a competitive series into a struggle for the team.
The series was intended to celebrate competition, connection, and culture, but the injuries overshadowed these themes.

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Right-handed pitcher Zac Gallen opened Game 1 of the series but was eventually removed after taking a line drive to his right shoulder. Shortstop Geraldo Perdomo injured his left leg while attempting to field a ball, with the club later revealing he suffered an ankle sprain. In Game 2, catcher Adrian Del Castillo was removed after dislocating his left ring finger while trying to catch a foul tip.
Apr 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Adrian Del Castillo against the Chicago White Sox at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
According to Arizona Centralâs Nick Piecoro, Gallen is still expected to make his next start, and Perdomo will avoid the injured list and is day to day. There have been no updates on Del Castilloâs condition.
What makes these injuries worth keeping an eye on is the context of the injuries the team is already facing, along with players just returning. Just when it looks like the team is nearing full health, minor injuries like these can alter plans.
Most notably, the starting rotation and catcher positions have already been impacted, with starter Merrill Kelly just coming back from the injured list and catcher Gabriel Moreno expected to return soon.
Apr 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo against the Chicago White Sox at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Thankfully, with positive reports on both players and the hope that Del Castilloâs injury wonât keep him out long either, thatâs a small win in what was a tough international series for the Snakes.