Eduardo Rodríguez Nearly Completes First MLB Complete Game

Eduardo Rodríguez’s Near-Historic Performance Falls Just Short as Diamondbacks Rout Mets 5–1 PHOENIX — In a game that will long be remembered for what nearly happened, Venezuelan pitcher Eduardo Rodríguez came within two outs of throwing his first career complete game in Major League Baseball. Instead, the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrated a 5–1 victory over the struggling New York Mets on Sunday, May 10, 2026, as Rodríguez’s stellar performance fell just short of the milestone. Rodríguez, who entered the game with a 4–0 record, pitched eight and one-third innings, allowing only four hits and striking out four batters while walking three. He dominated the Mets lineup for most of the contest, holding them hitless until the sixth inning. His no-hit bid lasted until Carson Benge’s bloop single with one out in the sixth, followed by Luis Torrens’ run-scoring double that put Arizona on the board. Rodríguez’s outing marked the first time he had pitched into the ninth inning in his MLB career, but the Diamondbacks’ bullpen secured the win. The Mets, already struggling offensively, managed just four hits and committed three errors in the game, dropping to 15–25 on the season. Third baseman Andy Ibáñez accounted for two throwing errors, including one that set up Ketel Marte’s two-run triple in the sixth inning, which proved the difference in the final score. Diamondbacks’ outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt contributed significantly to the win, recording his first three major league RBIs. Waldschmidt, who had previously gone hitless in his first two MLB at-bats, delivered a pinch single on Friday and followed up with a double and an RBI bloop single in the sixth inning. His performance highlighted a strong weekend for Arizona, which closed out a nine-game road trip with a decisive victory. Meanwhile, the Mets’ offense continued its recent struggles, with slugger Juan Soto going 0 for 3 in the game and finishing the series 4 for 33 with just two RBIs. Soto and Bo Bichette were both 0 for 20 in the series, underscoring the team’s offensive woes. Rodríguez’s near-complete game performance is a testament to his resilience and skill, as he continues to establish himself as a key pitcher for the Diamondbacks. The team’s bullpen, led by closer Mark Vientos, ensured that Rodríguez’s historic bid did not go entirely unfulfilled, securing the win and keeping Arizona’s season on track. As the Diamondbacks look ahead, they will face the Detroit Tigers in a three-game series starting on Tuesday, with Freddy Peralta (2–3, 3.12 ERA) set to make his next start. Meanwhile, the Mets will continue their road trip, seeking to turn their season around amid ongoing offensive challenges. The game served as a reminder of the highs and lows that come with the pursuit of baseball milestones, as Rodríguez’s near-perfect outing fell just short of the complete game he sought, but still delivered a crucial victory for Arizona.