Arizona Diamondbacks' Pavin Smith Hits Grand Slam, Drives in Career-High Six Runs

Pinch-Hitting Heroics

In a thrilling game at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Arizona Diamondbacks' pinch-hitter Pavin Smith stepped up to the plate in the bottom of the ninth inning with the game tied 3-3. Facing St. Louis Cardinals reliever Junior Fernández, Smith swung at a 1-2 curveball and sent it soaring over the center-field wall for a walk-off grand slam.

Breaking the Tie and Securing the Win

Smith's grand slam, the first of his career, broke the tie and gave the Diamondbacks a decisive 6-3 victory. His heroics marked a dramatic end to the game and sent the Diamondbacks' dugout and fans into a frenzy of celebration. It was also the first walk-off grand slam for the Diamondbacks since August 2019.

Career Night for Smith

Smith's grand slam capped off a career night for the 29-year-old first baseman. After starting the game on the bench, Smith was called upon to pinch-hit in the sixth inning with the bases loaded. He responded with a two-run single, driving in his first two runs of the game. His grand slam in the ninth inning brought his RBI total to six, setting a new career high.