Arizona will have to make some adjustments.

PHOENIX – It will be all hands on deck offensively, as the injury bug has bitten the Arizona Diamondbacks early on in the 2026 MLB season after placing Pavin Smith on the 10-day injured list with left elbow inflammation. In isolation, it’s a manageable loss.

LOS ANGELES — Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Pavin Smith was scratched from the lineup on Thursday with elbow soreness, which could put him out of action depending on the severity. Aug 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first base Pavin Smith (26) scores a run against the Cleveland Guardians in the tenth inning at Chase Field.