Canadian Premier falls to Diamondbacks on Day 1 of 2026 Arizona tour

ABC right-hander Zachary Landreville (Saint-Jerome, Que.) started for Canadian Premier against a team of Arizona Diamomdbacks prospects in their first game of their spring Arizona Tour on Tuesday. Photo: Canadian Premier

March 17, 2026

By Rich Leitch

Canadian Premier Baseball League

Canadian Premier was unable to keep pace with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday, dropping a 10–5 decision in a game that featured early pressure from the opposition and steady offensive contributions from the Canadian side.

The Diamondbacks set the tone in the opening inning, capitalizing on timely hitting to push across two runs and seize early momentum.

They added to their lead in the second inning, extending the advantage to 3–0 before continuing to apply pressure late, including a three-run home run in the eighth that put the game out of reach.

On the mound, Zachary Landreville (Saint-Jerome, Que.) got the start for Canadian Premier, working two innings while allowing three runs on three hits. He struck out one and issued two walks, showing a fastball that reached 92 mph and a slider in the 81–84 mph range.

Canadian Premier’s bullpen provided a composed effort in relief. Ethan Reason (Stouffville, Ont.) delivered two scoreless innings with three strikeouts, mixing a fastball up to 91 mph with a sharp mid-70s slider. Malachi Farrow (Blenheim, Ont.) followed with two innings of work, navigating through 10 batters with a three-pitch mix that included a fastball up to 89 mph. Zach Duke (Burlington, Ont.) handled the late innings, also utilizing a three-pitch repertoire to close out the game.

Offensively, Canadian Premier showed resilience throughout. Zach Barker (Bolton, Ont.), Maxime Blain (Repentigny, Que.), Christian Iriotakis (Toronto, Ont.), Ashton Gaulton (Mooretown, Ont.), and Robert Omidi (Mississauga, Ont.) each contributed an RBI.

Omidi led the way at the plate with a three-hit performance, while Elliot Lascelles (Toronto, Ont.) added a pair of hits. The lineup demonstrated patience, drawing seven walks and consistently working deep counts.

Defensively, Canadian Premier turned three double plays, highlighting their ability to limit further damage.

The Diamondbacks generated consistent offence throughout the game, collecting 10 hits and capitalizing on key opportunities to build and maintain their lead.

Canadian Premier will look to rebound as they head on the road for their next matchup against the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday.