A Hot Start in the 1st Inning
The Arizona Diamondbacks set the tone early in the game, thanks to a powerful homer by Ketel Marte right to center field (406 feet) during the bottom of the 1st inning. This solo shot gave us a quick lead over the Phillies.Adding to the Lead in the 2nd Inning
The Diamondbacks kept the momentum going in the 2nd inning. Geraldo Perdomo's ground rule double started things off, followed by a fielding error that allowed Corbin Carroll to score, extending our lead to 2-0. The defensive prowess of the Diamondbacks was equally strong, keeping the Phillies scoreless through the first couple of innings.Pitching Dominance
Our pitchers were on fire! Zac Gallen held the Phillies at bay until the 5th inning when Kyle Schwarber managed to score. However, Kevin Ginkel came in to relieve and shut down any further scoring opportunities. The combo of Gallen and Ginkel proved too much for the Phillies’ batters.Explosive 5th Inning
During the bottom of the 5th inning, the Diamondbacks exploded for more runs. After Josh Bell was out, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Jake McCarthy made crucial plays: Gurriel Jr.'s double and McCarthy's homer (398 feet) brought in two runs, stretching our lead to 4-1.Huge 7th Inning Outburst
The 7th inning was when the Diamondbacks really sealed the deal. The inning saw six runs scored, capped by a massive homer from Corbin Carroll to left center (375 feet), bringing in three runs. Jake McCarthy had another homer (420 feet), further establishing our dominance. The score skyrocketed to 11-1, and our pitching and defense ensured the Phillies couldn't mount any comeback.Closing it Out Efficiently
The bullpen was outstanding, with Joe Mantiply and Scott McGough shutting down any remaining Phillies hopes. The Diamondbacks outfield and infield played seamlessly, ensuring no further runs were allowed. The game ended with an impeccable 11-1 victory.Final Thoughts
Our Arizona Diamondbacks were firing on all cylinders today. A combination of stellar hitting, nimble baserunning, and robust pitching ensured an emphatic win over the Phillies. It was a thrilling spectacle, and it’s days like these that truly showcase the spirit and talent of our beloved team. Go D-backs!Scoreboard for Phillies @ Diamondbacks (August 11th, 2024)
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
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1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 1 | |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 |