SAN DIEGO — Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo hit his 20th home run of the season on Saturday, securing his first 20-home run and 20-stolen base season in his career.
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Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits the game-winning RBI-single to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 in the ninth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 23, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona Republic
Perdomo’s home run came in the top of the fifth inning against San Diego Padres left-handed pitcher Yuki Matsui. The homer would be the D-Backs’ only run in their 5-1 loss.
The Diamondbacks shortstop has had an MVP-caliber season, setting season highs in home runs, RBIs, runs, extra base hits, stolen bases, OPS and batting average. In 160 games, Perdomo has a .291 batting average, 20 home runs, 99 RBIs, 27 stolen bases and an .855 OPS.
Sep 15, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) beats the tag of San Francisco Giants third base Matt Chapman (26) to steal third base during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Perdomo is also second in the National League in offensive wins above replacement, 6.9, just below Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, who has a 7.2 WAR.
The surge for the D-Backs shortstop hasn’t gone unnoticed by the league, ranking fourth in MLB’s NL MVP poll on Sept. 23. While Perdomo has been known for his defensive IQ throughout his young career, this year has showcased his potential offensively and how much he can provide for the team throughout a grueling season.
May 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) tags out Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) while he was trying to steal in the fifth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
While he might not run away with the MVP award, Perdomo’s first 20-20 season is the culmination of a breakout season and the catalyst for the team when they needed one.
ARI – Geraldo Perdomo Solo HR (20)
📏 406 ft | 💨 102.9 mph | 📐 27°
⚾️ 82.7 mph splitter (SDP – LHP Yuki Matsui)
🏟️ Out in 30/30 MLB parksARI (1) @ SDP (5)
🔺 5th#Dbacks pic.twitter.com/HnRN5cnPnU— MLB Home Runs🚀 (@MLBHRs_) September 28, 2025
The Arizona Diamondbacks play their final game of the 2025 season against the San Diego Padres on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 12:10 p.m.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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