Snake Bytes 4/19

Snake Bytes 4/19

TL;DR

Corbin Carroll hit a grand slam to secure a series win for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Toronto Blue Jays. The D-backs' bullpen has also been performing well, allowing only 12 earned runs in 46 innings since April 4.

Key points

Corbin Carroll hit a grand slam against the Blue Jays
Diamondbacks bullpen has a 2.35 ERA since April 4
Manager Torey Lovullo emphasized team efficiency
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. returned successfully from ACL injury

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Torey Lovullo

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Apr 18, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) celebrates with center fielder Alek Thomas (5) after hitting a grand slam against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eighth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images **Team News** **Corbin in the clutch! Carroll belts 4th career slam to lift D-backs to series win** Since April 4, the bullpen has allowed 12 earned runs in 46 innings, that’s a 2.35 ERA. “They’ve been really good,” Carroll said. “It seems like whoever comes out of that gate is ready to go from pitch one and is attacking hitters, and it’s been really fun to play behind them. Those guys got a tough job, and so it’s a huge credit to them that they’ve been taking care of business the way they have so far.” **Corbin Carroll’s grand slam lifts Diamondbacks to series win over Blue Jays** “We talk about building innings here,” manager Torey Lovullo said. “I think we’ve been very efficient with runners in scoring position so far this season, and the right guys in the right spot came up. I thought the Marte at-bat — I loved how Vargas got on. I loved AT’s base hit — but I thought the Marte at-bat was critical to load the bases for the next two guys. Corbin deserves the credit, but the rest of the guys built the inning for him and that’s what we stand on.” **Corbin Carroll’s Massive Grand Slam Erases D-backs’ Mistakes** **D-backs Teammates React to Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s Incredible ACL Return** Dave McKay (first base and outfield coach): “It was unbelievable seeing him at Spring Training, doing the things that he was doing. As a matter of fact I had to force him stop doing our drills. He’d come out when we do our drills, and there were certain things that we couldn’t have him do. He was insisting, finally I had to get the trainers and say get this guy out of here.” **Full Q&A With D-backs’ Lourdes Gurriel Jr. on his Rapid ACL Rehab** Did Rivera feel like this timetable was realistic all along? “Yes, and also because of my added performance, my dedication. He understood what type of player I am. It’s not an easy rehab. But understanding my dedication to the process, he was in agreement.” **Diamondbacks adjusting to bullpen life** **Diamondbacks Sign Former Infielder** **Other Baseball** ** in free fall after losing 10th straight game** ** put closer on IL with strained oblique** ** Leaves Game Due To Lower Back Tightness** **Sale passes Glavine on K’s list, dominates Phils for Braves’ 4th straight win** **The visiting team won a 21-inning college game on a walk-off balk — wait, what?** **1 early-season development each team can believe in** **Anything Goes** This day in history: The American Revolution began at Lexington, in 1775. This day in baseball: 1997 – A major league game is played in Hawaii for the first time. The , who gave up three home games to further baseball relations and to allow renovations at Jack Murphy Stadium, play host for a doubleheader against the at spacious Aloha Stadium. The Cardinals win both games, 1 – 0 and 2 – 1.

Q&A

What did Corbin Carroll achieve in the game against the Blue Jays?

Corbin Carroll hit his fourth career grand slam, leading the Diamondbacks to a series win.

How has the Diamondbacks' bullpen performed recently?

Since April 4, the Diamondbacks' bullpen has allowed only 12 earned runs in 46 innings, resulting in a 2.35 ERA.

What did manager Torey Lovullo say about the team's efficiency?

Manager Torey Lovullo praised the team's efficiency with runners in scoring position, highlighting the critical at-bats that set up Carroll's grand slam.

What is Lourdes Gurriel Jr.'s status after his ACL injury?

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has made a remarkable return from his ACL injury, impressing coaches during Spring Training.