Corbin Carroll’s 12th triple of the season puts him in rare company

[ASFN Admin]

You must be registered for see images attach

Jul 29, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) slides safely into third base for a leadoff triple against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

ST. LOUIS — Corbin Carroll continues to make hitting triples look easy, turning one of baseball’s hardest offensive feats into a regular part of his game.

You must be registered for see images attach

Jul 6, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) doubles in the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Chadd Cady-Imagn Images

The Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder recorded his 12th triple of the season Thursday against the St. Louis Cardinals and his second in back-to-back games, bringing his career total to 55. It ties Starling Marte and Mike Trout for the most triples among active MLB players.

What makes the milestone even more remarkable is how quickly the Arizona All-Star reached it.


Carroll reached 55 career triples in just 587 games. By comparison, Marte and Trout each needed more than 1,500 games to reach that same total. The feat further establishes the 25-year-old Diamondbacks outfielder as one of the game’s premier extra-base threats, combining elite contact, speed and power.

Carroll’s pace doesn’t just stand out among active players — it also puts him alongside one of baseball’s greatest legends.

You must be registered for see images attach

Jul 23, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) hits a one run sacrifice fly against the St. Louis Cardinals during the eighth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

According to Sarah Langs, Carroll is just the second player in MLB history to record at least 55 triples and 85 home runs through his first 587 career games, joining only Lou Gehrig.

The accomplishment highlights a rare blend of speed and power that is increasingly difficult to find in today’s game. Triples have become far less common because of modern defensive alignments and the emphasis on hitting home runs. Carroll has challenged that trend, using his speed to stretch hits into triples while also providing the power to leave the yard.

You must be registered for see images attach

May 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) records his 50th career triple against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Anna Carrington-Imagn Images

Carroll’s production is helping the D-Backs stay in the postseason race, but it’s also giving baseball fans a rare glimpse of history.

Fewer than 600 games into his career, Carroll is producing at a pace seen only from Hall of Famers, reinforcing that his start is among the best in modern baseball.

*Get the BEST Phoenix sports insider information, and exclusive content. SIGN UP HERE to unlock our premium content!*​

Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde​

Miles Bridges joins the Phoenix Suns, but fans remain divided over his past

Continue reading...