In the third and final game of the series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Baltimore Orioles, the Diamondbacks secured a decisive 9-2 victory. Despite this win, the Orioles clinched the series with a 2-1 overall record.
Series Recap
- Game 1 (11/5): Diamondbacks 2, Orioles 4
- Game 2 (12/5): Diamondbacks 4, Orioles 5 (Final/11)
- Game 3 (12/5): Diamondbacks 9, Orioles 2
Game 3 Highlights
The Diamondbacks came out strong in the final game, showcasing an impressive offensive display that led to their 9-2 triumph over the Orioles.
Key Performances:
- Diamondbacks Offense:
- Christian Walker: Walker led the charge for the Diamondbacks, going 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBIs. His power at the plate was a significant factor in the Diamondbacks’ commanding win.
- Ketel Marte: Marte contributed with a 2-for-5 performance, including a double and two RBIs, helping to extend the Diamondbacks’ lead.
- Josh Rojas: Rojas also had a strong game, going 2-for-3 with two runs scored and an RBI, adding to the Diamondbacks’ offensive output.
- Diamondbacks Pitching:
- Merrill Kelly: Kelly delivered a stellar performance on the mound, pitching seven innings, allowing only two runs, and striking out eight Orioles batters. His dominance kept the Orioles’ offense in check throughout the game.
- Orioles Offense:
- Cedric Mullins: Mullins was a bright spot for the Orioles, going 2-for-4 with an RBI. However, his efforts were not enough to overcome the Diamondbacks’ offensive surge.
- Anthony Santander: Santander added another run for the Orioles with a solo home run in the fourth inning.
The Diamondbacks’ victory in Game 3 was a statement win, but the Orioles’ consistency in the first two games ensured they took the series. The series win adds to the Orioles’ positive momentum as they continue their season.
Diamondbacks vs Baltimore Orioles Match Player Stats
Diamondbacks Hitting
| PLAYER | POS | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Carroll | CF | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .201 | .287 | .266 |
| K. Marte | 2B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .293 | .342 | .543 |
| J. Pederson | DH | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .292 | .414 | .517 |
| R. Grichuk | DH | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .281 | .317 | .421 |
| C. Walker | 1B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | .265 | .376 | .442 |
| L. Gurriel Jr. | LF | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .239 | .280 | .384 |
| E. Suarez | 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .223 | .293 | .345 |
| J. McCarthy | RF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .293 | .366 | .402 |
| K. Newman | SS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .216 | .247 | .378 |
| T. Barnhart | C | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | .205 | .354 | .256 |
| Team | 34 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 14 |
Notes:
- a: Doubled to left for Pederson in the 6th inning.
Batting:
- 2B: Grichuk (5, Pérez); Suárez (9, Kremer); Newman (4, Suárez); Carroll (4, Kremer)
- HR: McCarthy (1, 6th inning off Kremer 1 on, 2 Out)
- RBI: Grichuk 2 (10), Marte 3 (24), Walker (27), McCarthy 2 (11)
- 2-Out RBI: Grichuk 2, Marte 2, McCarthy 2
- SF: Marte; Walker
- Team LOB: 5
- Team RISP: 4-12 (Marte 1-3, Pederson 0-1, Carroll 1-3, Grichuk 1-1, Barnhart 0-1, Newman 1-1, McCarthy 0-1, Walker 0-1)
Fielding:
- DP: 2 (Suárez-Marte-Walker, Marte-Walker)
- E: Suárez (4, dropped foul ball); Newman (1, throw)
Orioles Hitting
| PLAYER | POS | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Henderson | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .271 | .347 | .568 |
| A. Rutschman | DH | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .304 | .339 | .453 |
| R. O’Hearn | LF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .292 | .382 | .517 |
| R. Mountcastle | 1B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .280 | .323 | .497 |
| A. Santander | RF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .218 | .300 | .451 |
| J. Westburg | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | .304 | .356 | .529 |
| C. Cowser | CF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .257 | .333 | .514 |
| R. Urias | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .182 | .224 | .273 |
| J. McCann | C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .213 | .213 | .328 |
| Team | 30 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
Batting:
- 2B: Santander (10, Gallen); Westburg (9, Gallen)
- HR: Rutschman (6, 6th inning off Gallen 0 on, 0 Out)
- RBI: Rutschman (23), Westburg (27)
- GIDP: Mountcastle
- Team LOB: 5
- Team RISP: 1-5 (Henderson 0-1, McCann 0-2, Westburg 1-1, Cowser 0-1)
Fielding:
- E: Kremer (2, throw); Urías (2, throw)
Diamondbacks Pitching
| PITCHER | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z. Gallen (W) | 6.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 86-54 | 2.86 |
| M. Bowman | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 37-21 | 2.38 |
| J. Martinez | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16-9 | 0.77 |
| Team | 9.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 139-84 |
Pitching:
- First-pitch strikes/Batters Faced: Bowman 2/8; Gallen 12/23; Martinez 3/3
- Called strikes-Swinging strikes-Foul balls-In play strikes: Bowman 5-2-8-6; Gallen 12-4-21-17; Martinez 2-2-3-2
- Ground Balls-Fly Balls: Bowman 6-0; Gallen 7-6; Martinez 1-1
- Game Scores: Z. Gallen 58
Orioles Pitching
| PITCHER | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Kremer (L) | 5.2 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 100-63 | 3.72 |
| C. Perez | 0.1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 16-8 | 9.00 |
| A. Suarez | 3.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 43-26 | 1.96 |
| Team | 9.0 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 159-97 |
Pitching:
- WP: Pérez
- First-pitch strikes/Batters Faced: Suárez 4/10; Pérez 3/5; Kremer 14/26
- Called strikes-Swinging strikes-Foul balls-In play strikes: Suárez 6-3-10-7; Pérez 1-3-1-3; Kremer 22-11-18-12
- Ground Balls-Fly Balls: Suárez 4-2; Kremer 2-6
- Game Scores: D. Kremer 49
