BOSTON — The Arizona Diamondbacks (D-backs) are currently one of the hottest teams in Major League Baseball. After a rocky start to their nine-game, 11-day road trip, they have turned things around in spectacular fashion. Despite dropping their first three games against the Tampa Bay Rays, the D-backs quickly shifted gears and have been on a tear since.
Turnaround in Miami and Dominance in Boston
Following their tough start, the D-backs bounced back by sweeping the Miami Marlins. This momentum carried over to Fenway Park, where they completed a three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox. Their latest victory, a dramatic 7-5 come-from-behind win, extended their winning streak to six games.
This recent surge has seen the D-backs win 20 of their past 25 games, an impressive feat that highlights their resilience and consistency. They have also claimed 11 of their last 12 series, and are making a serious push for both the National League Wild Card and the NL West title.
D-backs’ Rise and Manager’s Confidence
The Diamondbacks’ manager, Torey Lovullo, was confident in his team’s ability to overcome adversity. “You start out 0-3 and there’s curiosity as to what you’re going to show up as on day four,” Lovullo said. “They erased any questions that anybody could have had.” His belief in the team’s potential is being validated as the D-backs continue to perform at an elite level.
Arizona starter Merrill Kelly echoed this confidence, emphasizing the team’s self-belief. “I know everybody in this clubhouse feels a certain way about this team. I know a lot of our guys, if not all of our guys, feel that we’re a better team than we were last year going into the playoffs,” Kelly said. While he deflected questions about whether the D-backs are currently the best team in baseball, his sentiment about their strength and potential was clear.
Eugenio Suárez’s Impact
A significant factor in the D-backs’ success has been third baseman Eugenio Suárez. His contributions were particularly notable during the Boston series, where he amassed 10 RBIs, marking his highest total in a three-game series over his 11-year career. Suárez’s performance was instrumental, including his grand slam in the series opener, which contributed to a dominant 12-2 victory.
In the series finale, Suárez played a crucial role in the D-backs’ comeback. After the Red Sox took a 4-0 lead, Suárez’s three-run homer off the light tower above the Green Monster proved to be the decisive blow, giving the D-backs a lead they would not relinquish. Since July 7, Suárez leads MLB with 45 RBIs, a remarkable turnaround from his earlier struggles. His determination and hard work have been pivotal to the team’s recent success.
Looking Ahead
The D-backs’ recent performances suggest that they are a formidable team as they approach the postseason. Their ability to rebound from a tough start, coupled with key players like Suárez stepping up, indicates that they are peaking at the right time.
While it’s too early to definitively crown them as the best team in baseball, their current form and impressive run of results certainly make them a team to watch closely as the season progresses. Whether they can maintain this level of play and translate it into postseason success remains to be seen, but for now, the Diamondbacks are undeniably one of the most exciting teams in MLB.
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