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The Arizona Diamondbacks edged the New York Mets 2–1 on May 9 at Chase Field in a low-scoring pitching duel that saw both offenses struggle at the plate. Arizona managed just 6 hits and a .695 OPS while striking out 8 times, yet capitalized on limited opportunities to score 2 runs and 2 RBIs. The Mets countered with only 3 hits and an anemic .633 OPS, also fanning 8 times, and managed just 1 run despite recording 3 strikeouts on the mound. Arizona's pitching staff allowed only 3 hits and 1 earned run with an ERA of 4.59, while New York's pitchers gave up 6 hits and 2 earned runs with a 3.88 ERA—a rare instance where the losing team's ERA was superior. Both teams drew walks sparingly (Arizona 4, New York 3) in a game defined by offensive futility rather than dominant pitching, with neither team committing an error. The Diamondbacks' ability to win despite anemic offensive output suggests their pitching depth may be a strength heading into their next divisional matchup.