Pitcher Slade Cecconi had a solid outing, lasting 5 1/3 innings and only allowing one run. Corbin Carroll came through in the eighth inning with a crucial single, securing the win for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Cincinnati Reds.
This victory marked their fourth consecutive win and completed a series sweep, further extending the Reds’ losing streak to eight games.
Joc Pederson kicked off the scoring with a home run in the first inning for Arizona, with contributions from five different players driving in runs throughout the game.
Despite the Reds managing to tie the game in the seventh inning, Carroll’s timely hit in the eighth inning provided the decisive run, allowing Arizona to maintain the lead until the end.
Manager Torey Lovullo praised his team for their extra effort when needed, particularly in the eighth inning.
Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald closed out the game, securing his first save of the season by striking out two batters and inducing a ground ball.
Cecconi earned the win with his solid performance, while reliever Kevin Ginkel pitched a scoreless inning to contribute to the victory. Reds starter Hunter Greene saw his impressive streak of 15 1/3 scoreless innings come to an end with Pederson’s home run.
