In a tightly contested game, Merrill Kelly's remarkable performance on the mound took center stage as he pitched seven shutout innings against a struggling Atlanta Braves lineup. Despite Chris Sale's strong efforts and ten strikeouts, a critical walk to Geraldo Perdomo in the third inning allowed the Diamondbacks to score the game's opening run. The Braves, unable to find rhythm offensively, faced challenges early as they went hitless through their first 12 batters, ultimately succumbing to a disappointing 2-1 defeat that highlighted their recent offensive woes.
Merrill Kelly was dominant, pitching seven shutout innings while the Braves struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, leading to a disappointing 2-1 loss for Atlanta.
Despite Chris Sale's impressive strikeout count, a single walk wound up being costly, allowing the Diamondbacks to score and secure their lead over the Braves.
Atlanta's lineup faced challenges early on with their first 12 batters going hitless, exemplifying their recent struggles at the plate in this tight matchup.
Geraldo Perdomo’s walk sparked a pivotal moment in the game, leading to the Diamondbacks' opening run, a situation that Chris Sale reflected upon with likely frustration.
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