Arizona Diamondbacks News & Updates
The Arizona Diamondbacks were 55-51, 2nd in the NL West. Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks lost to the Washington Nationals 7-10 at Nationals Park.
The numbers are pulling in both directions. A 3-run loss last night is the biggest weight on the score. But the offense at 6.6 R/G is a clear positive right now.
Diamondbacks Game on July 27
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Merrill Kelly (8-8, 5.12 ERA) vs Mitch Keller (6-7, 4.90 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, DBACKS.TV |
Diamondbacks Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Arizona Diamondbacks lost to the Washington Nationals 7-10 at Nationals Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 1 |
 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 15 | 0 |
Highlights
- Ketel Marte went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Gabriel Moreno went 2-3 with 2 RBI.
Diamondbacks Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dodgers
|
|
67 | 39 | .632 | L1 | |
|
D-backs
|
|
55 | 51 | .519 | 12.0 | L2 |
|
Padres
|
|
53 | 53 | .500 | 14.0 | W3 |
|
Giants
|
|
44 | 61 | .419 | 22.5 | L1 |
|
Rockies
|
|
42 | 65 | .393 | 25.5 | L2 |
Arizona Diamondbacks are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +8 run differential.
Diamondbacks Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | .254 | .764 | 61 | |
| 15 | .250 | .831 | 49 | |
| 14 | .243 | .744 | 49 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1 | 2.28 | 0.87 | 27.2 | |
| 3-4 | 2.81 | 1.06 | 41.2 | |
| 2-3 | 2.41 | 1.02 | 41.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 5 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Diamondbacks News
The Diamondbacks fell short against the Nationals, losing 5-3 in a game that showcased their offensive prowess yet again, scoring five runs but still unable to secure the win. With a recent 5-2 stretch, the D-backs have been racking up runs, averaging 6.7 R/G this week, but their pitching remains a concern, highlighted by too many walks and inconsistent performances. Manager Torey Lovullo's belief in his lineup's ability to consistently score is admirable, but it’s clear that the team needs to tighten their pitching if they want to stay competitive in the Wild Card race. Meanwhile, there’s positive news off the field as the Diamondbacks are reportedly looking to extend catcher Gabriel Moreno, who has become a key piece of their roster. With the trade deadline looming, the front office has some important decisions to make.
Diamondbacks Upcoming Schedule
The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the Cleveland Guardians for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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