An Exciting Victory for the D-backs! 
What a rollercoaster of a game that was for our beloved Arizona Diamondbacks! As we welcomed the Kansas City Royals to Chase Field, the tension was palpable, and the atmosphere was electric. The game started off quite defensively, with both teams showcasing some excellent pitching and fielding. Things kicked off without much action, and after the first couple of innings, the score remained 0-0. 
The Turning Point in the 5th Inning 
The real magic began in the bottom of the 5th inning. The offense came alive when Jordan Lawlar doubled to center. A bunt single from Geraldo Perdomo and a throwing error by the Royals' pitcher brought Lawlar home. The momentum continued with Josh Naylor stepping up, sending a single to center that scored both Perdomo and Ketel Marte, making it a sweet 3-0 lead for the D-backs! Holding the Lead and Securing the Win 
Despite a rally attempt by the Royals, scoring once in the 6th and once more in the 8th inning, our bullpen stood strong. Special shoutouts to our relief pitching crew: Pfaadt, Miller, Mantiply, and Ginkel for keeping the Royals at bay and protecting our lead. The 9th inning was nerve-wracking, but Kevin Ginkel closed it out in style, ensuring our 3-2 victory. What a fantastic game, D-backs fans! It's performances like these that make us proud to be part of this amazing community. Here's to more victories! 
Scoreboard for Royals @ Diamondbacks (March 11th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 |