The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered their first home series loss of the 2026 season, dropping two ugly games to the Chicago White Sox.

Losing a series was inevitable. Doing so to a team that has been in the basement of MLB in recent years may be tough to stomach.

Here's what this series ultimately says about the D-backs in their current state — and what questions are now burning harder than ever.

What D-backs' series loss to White Sox told us

1: Ildemaro Vargas might be the real deal

Apr 19, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ildemaro Vargas against the Toronto Blue Jays at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J.…