Ex-Arizona Player Lights Up Chase Field as NL's Best

Jake McCarthy made a triumphant return to Chase Field, not just as a former player, but as the reigning National League Player of the Week. In his recent stellar performance, McCarthy hit .519 with three doubles, two homers, eight runs scored, and five RBI, also adding three stolen bases. For the current 2026 season, McCarthy boasts a .306 batting average, 13 home runs, and 67 RBI, alongside 20 stolen bases. This impressive season marks a significant comeback after a challenging 2025 campaign. McCarthy attributes his renewed success to rediscovering his fundamental game and focusing on hitting line drives, a stark contrast to last year's weak contact. His line drive rate has increased to a career-best 25.3% this season. He is grateful for the consistent at-bats and trust placed in him as the Rockies' leadoff hitter, stating his teammates have put him in scoring position often. McCarthy maintains strong friendships with his former Diamondbacks teammates, highlighting the lasting bonds beyond the trade.