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Ruiz's Double Sinks D-backs in Crucial 11-Inning Loss
17 Sep
Summary
- Esteury Ruiz hit a three-run double in the 11th inning.
- The Diamondbacks lost 4-2 to the Marlins at Chase Field.
- Arizona trails the Padres by 2.5 games for the NL Wild Card.
The Arizona Diamondbacks experienced a disheartening 4-2 defeat against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night at Chase Field. The game remained tied until the top of the 11th inning, when Esteury Ruiz delivered a critical three-run double, securing the victory for the Marlins.
This loss comes at a precarious time for the Diamondbacks, who are actively competing for the final National League Wild Card spot. Fortunately for Arizona, their closest competitor, the San Diego Padres, also lost their game. Consequently, the Diamondbacks maintained their deficit, trailing the Padres by 2 1/2 games with only 10 regular-season games left.
The Diamondbacks had a prime opportunity to win the game in the 10th inning but were thwarted when automatic runner Geraldo Perdomo was thrown out at home plate. The team challenged the call, but the ruling was upheld, ending their threat.
