Two games into the 2023 World Series and we are all square at 1-1.
The Rangers completed an electrifying comeback to steal Game 1 at home. Corey Seager’s game-tying two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth eventually set up Adolis Garcia to play hero in extra innings, blasting a walk-off solo shot in the 11th to give Texas a 1-0 series lead.
The Diamondbacks didn’t waste any time to respond after letting Game 1 slip away, tagging Rangers SP Jordan Montgomery for nine hits and four earned runs over six innings to set the tone for Game 2. Arizona’s bats stayed hot the entire night, finishing with 16 hits and nine runs to come away with a decisive victory to return home with the series tied.
Now, both teams will gear up for three straight games at Chase Field in Arizona.
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The Diamondbacks will give the ball to 25-year-old RHP Brandon Pfaadt, who has looked like anything but a rookie in his first MLB postseason. Even though Pfaadt hasn’t recorded a decision in these playoffs, Arizona has won all four games he has started as he boasts a strong 2.70 ERA and a 1.08 WHIP over 16.2 innings pitched.
The Rangers will start future Hall of Fame RHP Max Scherzer, who will look to bounce back after two rough outings to start this postseason. Scherzer missed the remainder of the regular season with a shoulder injury and hasn’t looked like himself since he returned in the playoffs, owning a 9.45 ERA over 6.2 innings pitched in two starts.
Stick with us for live updates, highlights and more from Game 3 of the World Series below.
Rangers vs. Diamondbacks score
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | F | |
| Diamondbacks | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Rangers | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
World Series live updates, results, highlights from Game 3
(All times are Eastern.)
Pregame
3:29 p.m.: After only scoring one run in Game 2, the Rangers will make a slight tweak to the lineup. Adolis Garcia will slide up to the No. 3 spot, with Evan Carter hitting clean-up. As Texas PR mentioned, Carter is the fifth-youngest player in World Series history to bat fourth, joining Juan Soto, Ty Cobb, Miguel Cabrera and Claudell Washington.
RHP Max Scherzer will get the start.
#WorldSeries Game 3. pic.twitter.com/amTQ5fh0kl
— Texas Rangers (@Rangers) October 30, 2023
3:10 p.m.: The Diamondbacks will have Corbin Carroll return to the top of the lineup after leading off with Ketel Marte in Game 2. RHP Brandon Pfaadt will get the ball to start.
Brandon Pfaadt and Game 3. Name a more iconic duo, we’ll wait. #EmbraceTheChaos pic.twitter.com/d82p8u74RL
— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) October 30, 2023
1:23 p.m.: A quick stadium update for Chase Field: the roof will be OPEN tonight for Game 3!
The roof will be OPEN for tonight’s #WorldSeries game!
Gates open at 2pm, so we will see you soon! pic.twitter.com/SmZDZNk870
— Chase Field (@ChaseField) October 30, 2023
Rangers vs. Diamondbacks Game 3 start time
- Date: Monday, Oct. 30
- First pitch: 8:03 p.m. ET (5:03 p.m. MST)
- Location: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
First pitch for Game 3 of the 2023 World Series between the Rangers and Diamondbacks is set for 8:03 p.m. ET.
How to watch the 2023 World Series
- Channel: Fox (U.S.) | Sportsnet (Canada)
- Live stream: Fox Sports app, Fubo (U.S.) | Sportsnet NOW (Canada)
Fox will carry the full World Series between the Rangers and Diamondbacks. Joe Davis will be handling play-by-play, while John Smoltz will provide commentary. Ken Rosenthal and Tom Verducci will be reporting from the dugouts.
For those who have cut the cord on cable, fans can find the game on the Fox Sports app or with Fubo, which offers a free trial. Canadian viewers can find the game on Sportsnet or on Sportsnet NOW.
MLB playoff schedule, results
(All times Eastern)
American League
Wild Card
| Date | Result |
| Oct. 3 | Rangers 4, Rays 0 |
| Oct. 3 | Twins 3, Blue Jays 1 |
| Oct. 4 | Rangers 7, Rays 1 |
| Oct. 4 | Twins 2, Blue Jays 0 |
Division Series
| Date | Result |
| Oct. 7 | TEX 3, BAL 2 (TEX, 1-0) |
| Oct. 7 | HOU 6, MIN 4 (HOU, 1-0) |
| Oct. 8 | TEX 11, BAL 8 (TEX, 2-0) |
| Oct. 8 | MIN 6, HOU 2 (Tied, 1-1) |
| Oct. 10 | HOU 9, MIN 1 (HOU, 2-1) |
| Oct. 10 | TEX 7, BAL 1 (TEX wins 3-0) |
| Oct. 11 | HOU 3, MIN 2 (HOU wins, 3-1) |
Championship Series
| Date | Matchup | Start time (ET) | TV channel | Result |
| Oct. 15 | Rangers at Astros | 8:15 p.m. | Fox | TEX 2, HOU 0 (TEX, 1-0) |
| Oct. 16 | Rangers at Astros | 4:37 p.m. | Fox or F | TEX 5, HOU 4 (TEX, 2-0) |
| Oct. 18 | Astros at Rangers | 8:03 p.m. | FS1 | HOU 8, TEX 5 (TEX, 2-1) |
| Oct. 19 | Astros at Rangers | 8:03 p.m. | FS1 | HOU 10, TEX 3 (TIE, 2-2) |
| Oct. 20 | Astros at Rangers* | 7:07 p.m. | FS1 | HOU 5, TEX 4 (HOU, 3-2) |
| Oct. 22 | Rangers at Astros* | 8:03 p.m. | FS1 | TEX 9, HOU 2 (TIED, 3-3) |
| Oct. 23 | Rangers at Astros* | 8:03 p.m. | Fox or FS1 | TEX 11, HOU 4 (TEX wins, 4-3) |
*If necessary
National League
Wild card series
| Date | Result |
| Oct. 3 | Diamondbacks 6, Brewers 3 |
| Oct. 3 | Phillies 3, Marlins 1 |
| Oct. 4 | Diamondbacks 5, Brewers 2 |
| Oct. 4 | Phillies 7, Marlins 1 |
Division Series
| Date | Result |
| Oct. 7 | PHI 3, ATL 0 (PHI, 1-0) |
| Oct. 7 | ARI 11, LAD 2 (ARI, 1-0) |
| Oct. 9 | ATL 5, PHI 4 (Tied 1-1) |
| Oct. 9 | ARI 4, LAD 2 (ARI, 2-0) |
| Oct. 11 | PHI 10, ATL 2 (PHI, 2-1) |
| Oct. 11 | ARI 4, LAD 2 (ARI wins, 3-0) |
| Oct. 12 | PHI 3, ATL 1 (PHI wins, 3-1) |
Championship Series
| Date | Matchup | Start time (ET) | TV channel | Result |
| Oct. 16 | Diamondbacks at Phillies | 8:07 p.m. | TBS | PHI 5, ARI 3 (PHI, 1-0) |
| Oct. 17 | Diamondbacks at Phillies | 8:07 p.m. | TBS | PHI 10, ARI 0 (PHI, 2-0) |
| Oct. 19 | Phillies at Diamondbacks | 5:07 p.m. | TBS | ARI 2, PHI 1 (PHI, 2-1) |
| Oct. 20 | Phillies at Diamondbacks | 8:07 p.m. | TBS | ARI 6, PHI 5 (Tied 2-2) |
| Oct. 21 | Phillies at Diamondbacks | 8:07 p.m. | TBS | PHI 6, ARI 1 (PHI, 3-2) |
| Oct. 23 | Diamondbacks at Phillies | 5:07 p.m. | TBS | ARI 5, PHI 1 (Tied, 3-3) |
| Oct. 24 | Diamondbacks at Phillies* | 8:07 p.m. | TBS | ARI 4, PHI 2 (ARI wins, 4-3) |
*If necessary
World Series schedule
| Date | Matchup | Start time (ET) | TV channel | Result |
| Oct. 27 | Diamondbacks at Rangers | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | TEX 6, ARI 5 (TEX 1-0) |
| Oct. 28 | Diamondbacks at Rangers | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | ARI 9, TEX 1 (Tied 1-1) |
| Oct. 30 | Rangers at Diamondbacks | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | — |
| Oct. 31 | Rangers at Diamondbacks | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | — |
| Nov. 1 | Rangers at Diamondbacks* | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | — |
| Nov. 3 | Diamondbacks at Rangers* | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | — |
| Nov. 4 | Diamondbacks at Rangers* | 8:03 p.m. | Fox | — |
*If necessary