Eduardo Rodriguez Leads Diamondbacks Past Rockies

Eduardo Rodriguez delivered a standout performance for the Arizona Diamondbacks, striking out a season-high 11 batters over 6.1 innings in a 9-4 victory against the Colorado Rockies. This marked Rodriguez's first quality start of the season and a significant turnaround after struggling with a high ERA earlier in the year. The Diamondbacks built an early 6-0 lead, driven by Corbin Carroll's two home runs and contributions from Randal Grichuk and Christian Walker. Rodriguez's command of his fastball and cutter was pivotal, as he allowed just two earned runs while showcasing a dominant pitching style. Despite the win, the Diamondbacks have faced challenges in maintaining their playoff contention, having lost 11 of their last 19 games prior to this match. Rodriguez's performance could signal a crucial turning point for both him and the team's rotation as they approach the end of the season.