Diamondbacks Triumph Over Phillies in Series Opener
Arizona's home runs and strong pitching secure a narrow victory in a heated rematch of last year's NLCS.
- Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Gabriel Moreno, and Joc Pederson each hit home runs for Arizona.
- Phillies' Taijuan Walker allowed three home runs, raising questions about his role in the rotation.
- Jordan Montgomery pitched six solid innings, earning his third consecutive win.
- Philadelphia's Trea Turner and Nick Castellanos also homered but couldn't overcome the deficit.
- Cole Hamels officially retired as a Phillie in a pregame ceremony.