The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a 3-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, with Zac Gallen delivering an impressive performance on the mound. The young pitcher threw five scoreless innings, supported by a strong bullpen effort to complete the team shutout. Corbin Carroll and Alek Thomas provided all the offense needed, with Carroll hitting a two-run homer and Thomas adding a solo shot.
Despite the final score, the game was far from straightforward. Gallen faced early struggles with his control, issuing four walks in the first three innings but managing to strand all baserunners. The turning point came in the top of the fifth inning when the D-backs capitalized on Kyle Hendricks’ solid pitching. Thomas hit a homer, followed by Carroll’s two-run shot, giving Gallen a comfortable 3-0 lead.
Gallen faced a challenging situation in the bottom of the fifth, walking the leadoff batter and allowing a ground rule double that loaded the bases. However, he showcased resilience and escaped the inning unscathed, preserving the shutout. Despite tying a career-high with six walks, Gallen limited the Cubs to three hits and secured the win to improve his record to 7-5 with a 3.64 ERA.
The bullpen took over from there, with Kevin Ginkel, Justin Martinez, Ryan Thompson, and Paul Sewald combining for a flawless performance. Sewald recorded his 15th save of the season, further solidifying the Diamondbacks’ victory and highlighting the team’s pitching depth.
Looking ahead, the Diamondbacks prepare for the series finale with Brandon Pfaadt on the mound, facing off against Japanese standout Shot Imanaga. The upcoming matchup promises an exciting pitchers’ duel and a thrilling conclusion to the series.
Don’t miss the next game on Sunday at 11:20 MST or 1:20 CT, as the Diamondbacks aim to continue their strong showing on the field.
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Publish date : 2024-07-21 05:13:26
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