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Once again, it took Arizona a little while. But, once they reached the fourth and fifth innings, they started having fun with crooked numbers. Shelby Miller dominated after a slow start, and Yasmany Tomás had a three-run home run to punctuate the night’s offensive statement.
Related: Tomás, Miller Power Past San Diego
Related: Overpowering Milller Pitches into 8th (video link)
Miller in ‘Good Place’ After Handling Padres
It was roughly a year ago that Shelby Miller’s season effectively came to an end in San Diego. Now the right-hander is enjoying the sort of success expected by many when he was traded for.
His defense will probably never approach anything close to average, but if he hits enough, it might not matter.
David Peralta Versus the Shift
Despite being a heavy pull-hitter, David Peralta is looking for ways to exploit the empty left side of the field.
Peralta, Pollock Have Fun with Jody Jackson (video link)
Monday night was the first time in Diamondbacks’ history in which the top two batters accumulated four hits each. Jackson approached the hot-hitting teammates to talk about it and the two decided to have fun with her.
Arizona Bullpen Exceeding Expectations (so far)
Carried on Archie Bradley’s shoulders, Arizona’s bullpen, considered by many a team weakness, has been getting the job done.
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