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Soroka Shines: D-backs Win Opener 6-3
18 Apr
Summary
- Michael Soroka earned his fourth win after pitching seven strong innings.
- Ketel Marte and Nolan Arenado had two hits each in the victory.
- Ildemaro Vargas extended his season-opening hit streak to 13 games.
The Arizona Diamondbacks commenced their homestand with a decisive 6-3 victory against the Toronto Blue Jays. Right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka secured his fourth win of the season, delivering his most efficient performance as a Diamondback. He pitched seven strong innings, surrendering only two earned runs on five hits, striking out five batters without issuing a walk.
Soroka's outing marked a significant improvement, as he focused on pitching to contact and working quickly. Despite allowing one run on a sacrifice bunt and a mistake pitch that resulted in a home run, he was otherwise sharp. This performance represented his first official quality start of the year and his first seven-inning outing since August 2019.
The Diamondbacks' offense provided balanced support, with all but one player recording at least one hit. Ketel Marte and Nolan Arenado, two key hitters, each collected two hits. Arenado launched his third home run of the season, while Ildemaro Vargas continued his season-opening hit streak to 13 games. Jose Fernandez added an RBI single. Closer Paul Sewald protected the three-run lead, earning his seventh consecutive save with just 10 pitches.
