Overview
The Arizona Diamondbacks play at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix, notable for its retractable roof and swimming pool beyond the outfield fence. As one of MLB's younger franchises, the Diamondbacks quickly established themselves as winners, capturing a championship in just their fourth season of existence. The team's Sedona red and black colors reflect the surrounding desert landscape. Arizona has become a consistent surprise contender in the National League.
History & Legacy
The Diamondbacks debuted in 1998 as an expansion franchise and stunned baseball by winning the World Series in just their fourth season, defeating the three-time defending champion Yankees in 2001 on Luis Gonzalez's walk-off single off Mariano Rivera. That title, powered by the pitching duo of Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling, remains the fastest championship by an expansion team in the modern era. The Diamondbacks returned to the World Series in 2023, falling to the Rangers. One championship anchors the franchise's relatively short but eventful history.
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Founded1998
Championships1 (2001)
Home VenueChase Field
RivalsLos Angeles Dodgers
Pennants2 (2001, 2023)
All-Time IconRandy Johnson — "The Big Unit"
Retired Numbers20 (Gonzalez), 51 (Johnson), 42
ColorsSedona red, black, Sonoran sand
MascotBaxter the Bobcat (debuted 2000)
OwnershipKen Kendrick, managing general partner (since 2004)