Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen delivered a stellar performance against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, leading his team to a 4-1 victory. Gallen pitched six scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and striking out nine batters. Eugenio Suárez provided offensive support with a two-run double off the Green Monster.
The win marked the Diamondbacks’ fifth consecutive victory as they strengthened their hold on the NL wild-card spot. Gallen’s impressive outing also secured his 10th win of the season, making it the third consecutive year he has reached double digits in wins. Despite the Red Sox scoring a run in the ninth inning, the Diamondbacks’ pitching staff held firm, with Paul Sewald closing out the game.
Boston struggled at the plate, managing just three hits through eight innings. Their pitchers also struggled with control, issuing six walks that ultimately led to Arizona scoring two runs in the seventh inning without recording a hit. The win for the Diamondbacks came following a high-scoring game the night before, where they scored 12 runs on 16 hits.
With the victory, the Diamondbacks extended their winning streak and continued their push towards the playoffs. They now sit atop the NL wild-card standings as they look to secure a postseason berth. The series finale between the Diamondbacks and Red Sox is set for Sunday, with Merrill Kelly facing off against Tanner Houck on the mound.
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