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6d ago

Diamondbacks Edge Cubs in 11-Inning Thriller After Rain Delays

Josh Naylor's decisive RBI single and Merrill Kelly's dominant pitching helped Arizona secure a 3-2 victory in a rain-interrupted pitchers' duel at Wrigley Field.

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Overview

  • Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a series sweep with a 3-2 extra-innings win over the Chicago Cubs, capped by Josh Naylor's go-ahead RBI single in the 11th inning.
  • The game featured two rain delays totaling 98 minutes and showcased strong pitching performances, with Arizona's Merrill Kelly retiring 16 consecutive batters before exiting due to leg cramps.
  • Both teams scored in the 10th inning, with Nico Hoerner tying the game for Chicago after an earlier defensive miscue allowed an Arizona run.
  • The Cubs, MLB's top-scoring offense entering the game, were held to just four hits by Arizona's pitching staff, including key relief efforts from Shelby Miller and Drey Jameson.
  • Corbin Carroll's 27-game on-base streak ended, while Arizona now prepares to host Tampa Bay, and Chicago looks ahead to a matchup against the Dodgers.