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The Diamondbacks couldn’t pull off the series win. Apparently, it is hard to beat the Giants without a 5-run first inning. Also, it is becoming clear that Archie Bradley is merely good this year, compared to last year when he was great. He gave up a key homer to Longoria and that was the game. The next two months for the Diamondbacks could use greatness out of Archie.
Next up is the first place Phillies. Godley will be on the mound looking to continue his recent hot streak. Godley has an identical recored of 12-6 as Greinke with an ERA 1.50 higher. Keep up the run support and we will be fine.
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Vargas Nearing Reno Record Streak
Ildemaro Vargas extends his hitting streak to 29 games with Reno. Mike Hazen seems to always bring in new infielders during his tenure (for injuries or ineffectiveness) with Escobar being the latest. Perhaps he knows Vargas isn’t ready, but he’s doing some good things in AAA.
The D-backs Prove a Team Can Change Everything You Feel About a Sport
A great article if you enjoy the rambling of Dan Bickley. Honestly, I read this article twice and have yet to understand what it all means. I salute you Dan Bickley.
Robbie Ray Relieved That Young Fan Is Fine After Pregame Incident
Apparently, while Ray and Murphy were doing long toss, a ball sailed and hit a 4-year-old in the head. Ray was shaken, but the boy was not, a tough kid who now has a signed bat.
Around MLB
The Diamondbacks and Dodgers have identical records, but the Dodgers are ranked fourth and the Diamondbacks are ranked eighth. Most people seem to assume, some of us D-backs fans included, that the Dodgers will win the division at the end. I have a nagging suspicion that might not be true, I guess we’ll find out.
Do These Players Wear Batting Gloves or Not
A fun ten-question quiz that I failed miserably. Has anyone ever shaken the hands of someone like Moises Alou who didn’t wear gloves? Imagine how tough that skin must be.