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Diamondbacks Face Grueling 13-Game Gauntlet
19 Jul
Summary
- Diamondbacks begin a demanding 13-game stretch after the All-Star break.
- Athletics lost 17 of 20 games, leading to manager's firing.
- Key players sidelined for Athletics due to injuries.
The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to face a demanding 13 consecutive game days as they resume their season after the All-Star break. Their schedule includes a series against the St. Louis Cardinals, followed by games against the Oakland Athletics and a trip to Washington D.C. to play the Nationals. This rigorous stretch is crucial for the Diamondbacks as they compete for a National League wild-card spot.
The Oakland Athletics, on the other hand, are experiencing a significant downturn. They entered the All-Star break on a nine-game losing streak and had lost 17 of their previous 20 games. This slump led to the firing of pitching coach Scott Emerson. Compounding their issues, the Athletics have seven players on the injured list, including key contributors, and their leader Brent Rooker is out for the season.
The Diamondbacks' upcoming schedule also features a makeup game in St. Louis on July 23, a consequence of a June rainout. The Washington Nationals, who also have wild-card aspirations, will host the Diamondbacks from July 24-26. The Nationals boast All-Stars CJ Abrams and James Wood, and have previously taken two of three games from the Diamondbacks earlier in June.
