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Historic Night: Immaculate Inning and Milestone Homer for D-backs
12 Sep
Summary
- Pitcher Justin Martinez achieved an immaculate inning, striking out three batters on nine pitches.
- Corbin Carroll hit his 20th home run of the season in the D-backs' win.
- The Diamondbacks are in a close race for the NL Wild Card spot.
The Arizona Diamondbacks achieved a notable 9-1 win against the Texas Rangers on Friday, highlighted by two significant player accomplishments. Pitcher Justin Martinez recorded an immaculate inning in the sixth, striking out all three batters faced on a mere nine pitches. This marks the second immaculate inning for the Diamondbacks this season, with Martinez joining teammate Michael Soroka.
In another key performance, Corbin Carroll hit his 20th home run of the season, a two-run shot in the sixth inning. This milestone adds to Carroll's impressive season, featuring 20-plus homers, 20-plus stolen bases, and 15-plus triples, making him the only player with two such seasons.
The victory is vital for the Diamondbacks' playoff aspirations. They are in a tight competition with the San Diego Padres for the final NL Wild Card position. This win ensures they do not lose ground in the standings, as the Padres were also in contention during their own game.
