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The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Diego Padres 12–7 on April 26 at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu, with the home team's offensive firepower overwhelming a Padres pitching staff that surrendered 15 hits and 12 earned runs. Arizona's lineup produced 15 hits and three home runs while driving in 12 runs, posting a .736 OPS despite striking out eight times. San Diego matched Arizona's three-homer output but managed only 11 hits and seven RBIs, with a slugging percentage of just .382 that reflected a mismatch in overall offensive efficiency. The Padres' pitching was the decisive liability—their starter allowed 15 hits and 12 earned runs with a 3.96 ERA, while the bullpen added three walks. Arizona's pitching, though yielding seven runs with a 4.53 ERA, benefited from a five-run offensive advantage and limited damage control. The Diamondbacks' balanced approach at the plate, combined with San Diego's inability to string together consistent run production, proved decisive in a game where defensive execution mattered less than raw offensive output. Arizona's run differential in this contest signals early-season offensive momentum that could influence their divisional positioning.