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Mexico Shocks D-backs 6-3 in Exhibition Clash
4 Mar
Summary
- Arizona Diamondbacks lost 6-3 to Team Mexico in a WBC exhibition game.
- Several mistakes hampered the D-backs' offense and defense during the game.
- Manager Torey Lovullo acknowledged the team's errors cost them the win.
The Arizona Diamondbacks experienced a 6-3 setback against Team Mexico during a World Baseball Classic exhibition match held on Tuesday. The game was characterized by uncharacteristic errors from the D-backs, impacting both their offensive momentum and defensive stability. Manager Torey Lovullo commented postgame that "three or four mistakes" were the primary reason for the team's loss.
Despite loading the bases on two separate occasions without scoring, the D-backs managed to scratch across three runs. Key offensive contributions included a sharp triple from Jordan Lawlar and a double from Tim Tawa, who was driven in by James McCann. However, defensive lapses, including a miscue on a ground ball and an ill-timed caught stealing, hindered their efforts to mount a significant comeback. Right-hander Zac Gallen pitched two scoreless innings, showcasing an efficient performance.
Team Mexico capitalized on the D-backs' errors, surging for four runs in the fourth inning and adding two more later in the game via solo home runs. The enthusiastic home crowd at Salt River Fields added to the vibrant atmosphere, which manager Lovullo described as "awesome."
