The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday, marking a strong start to their four-game series. Key highlights included Gabriel Moreno’s grand slam off the Dodgers’ ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who had entered the game with an impressive 0.90 ERA, the best in the league. Despite the loss, the Dodgers are poised for a chance at revenge on Friday with Roki Sasaki set to take the mound.
The game saw standout performances from Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt, who pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings, marking his continued dominance this season with a record of 6-2. The Diamondbacks extended their lead with a solo home run from Ketel Marte in the fifth inning, contributing to a formidable offensive display.
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani hit a solo homer in the ninth, his 11th of the season, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit. The Dodgers have now lost three of their last five games and will look to rebound in their upcoming matchup at Chase Field.
Roki Sasaki, with a record of 1-1 and a 3.86 ERA, will face LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (1-3, 5.92) in what promises to be another exciting encounter between these NL West rivals. Fans can catch the action on MLB.TV and via various streaming services, providing ample opportunities for viewers to engage with the unfolding drama of the season.
The continued success of both squads, particularly the Diamondbacks achieving their 20th win, speaks to the competitive nature of the NL West division, showcasing it as one of the most exciting ones in Major League Baseball this year. Passionate fans are surely looking forward to seeing how this series unfolds.