The Arizona Diamondbacks are a professional baseball team located in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1998, they rank among the youngest franchises in Major League Baseball (MLB). Often referred to as the D-backs, they play in the National League West Division and host their games at Chase Field.
In their inaugural season of 1999, Arizona achieved an impressive record with 100 victories and clinched their first division championship. The Diamondbacks have secured two National League pennants, their first came in 2001 and most recently in 2023 when they won over the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Championship Series to reach the World Series. Between 1998 and 2023, their overall win-loss record read 1,998–2,112 (.486). The team's colors include Sedona red, black, and Sonoran sand. Their mascot, D. Baxter the Bobcat, introduced in 2000, is named after Bank One Ballpark (B.O.B.), their original home field.
The Arizona Diamondbacks MLB Playoff History
The Arizona Diamondbacks have played in Major League Baseball since their founding in 1998. They quickly made a name for themselves, winning their first and only World Series title in 2001. Since their inception, the Diamondbacks have won two National League pennants and have made several playoff appearances.
The Arizona Diamondbacks MLB Wild Card Appearances
The Arizona Diamondbacks have made four Wild Card appearances. The following table shows their performance in the National League Wild Card Series (NLWS) as of 2024:
| Year | NLWS Results |
| 2017 | Won NLWS against the Colorado Rockies |
| 2023 | Won NLWS against the Milwaukee Brewers |
The Arizona Diamondbacks Division Series Appearances
The Arizona Diamondbacks have appeared in the National League Division Series (NLDS) seven times, with four wins and two losses as of the end of the 2023 season. Below is a table outlining their performance in the series:
| Year | NLDS Results |
| 1999 | Lost the NLDS against the New York Mets |
| 2001 | Won NLDS (NL West Division Champion) |
| 2002 | Lost NLDS |
| 2007 | Won NLDS (NL West Division Champion) |
| 2011 | Lost NLDS |
| 2017 | Lost NLDS |
| 2023 | Won NLDS |
The Arizona Diamondbacks MLB League Championship Appearances
The Arizona Diamondbacks have appeared in the National League Championship Series (NLCS) three times and have won two of these series as of 2023. The table below details the team's NLCS results:
| Year | NLCS Results |
| 2001 | Won NLCS (NL Champion) |
| 2007 | Lost NLCS |
| 2023 | Won NLCS (NL Champion) |
The Arizona Diamondbacks MLB World Series Record
The Arizona Diamondbacks have appeared in the World Series twice, winning the title once. The following table outlines their World Series performances:
| Year | World Series Results |
| 2001 | Won against the New York Yankees (4-3) |
| 2023 | Lost against the Texas Rangers (4-1) |
The Arizona Diamondbacks Postseason Results Year by Year
Throughout their history, the Arizona Diamondbacks have won one World Series championship and have made two appearances in the World Series. Here is the list of Arizona Diamondbacks postseason results from 1998 to 2023:
| Year | Record | Result |
| 2023 | 84-78 | Lost World Series (Won 3 Rounds) |
| 2022 | 74-88 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2021 | 52-110 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2020 | 25-35 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2019 | 85-77 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2018 | 82-80 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2017 | 93-69 | Lost NL Divisional Series (Won 1 Round) |
| 2016 | 69-93 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2015 | 79-83 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2014 | 64-98 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2013 | 81-81 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2012 | 81-81 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2011 | 94-68 | Lost NL Divisional Series (Won 0 Rounds) |
| 2010 | 65-97 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2009 | 70-92 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2008 | 82-80 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2007 | 90-72 | Lost NL Championship Series (Won 1 Round) |
| 2006 | 76-86 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2005 | 77-85 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2004 | 51-111 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2003 | 84-78 | Missed Playoffs |
| 2002 | 98-64 | Lost NL Divisional Series (Won 0 Rounds) |
| 2001 | 92-70 | Won World Series |
| 2000 | 85-77 | Missed Playoffs |
| 1999 | 100-62 | Lost NL Divisional Series (Won 0 Rounds) |
| 1998 | 65-97 | Missed Playoffs |
FAQs on Arizona Diamondbacks Playoff History
A. The Arizona Diamondbacks were founded in 1998.
A. The Diamondbacks won one World Series title, in 2001.
A. The home stadium of the Arizona Diamondbacks is Chase Field, located in Phoenix, Arizona.
A. The Arizona Diamondbacks play in the National League (NL) West Division.
A. The mascot of the Arizona Diamondbacks is "D. Baxter the Bobcat."
A. The Diamondbacks have made seven postseason appearances as of the 2023 season.
