Brandon Pfaadt Strikes Out 12 in Win

Brandon Pfaadt delivered an impressive performance in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 5-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, striking out a career-high 12 batters and allowing only one earned run on two hits over seven innings. This outing follows a particularly rough start where he conceded eight runs in just 1.2 innings, highlighting a significant turnaround. The Diamondbacks, now pushing for a Wild Card spot, benefited from Pfaadt's dominance on the mound, as he tied a franchise record with seven consecutive strikeouts during the game. His strong performance not only improved his season statistics but also raised hopes for his future consistency and reliability for fantasy teams. The win keeps Arizona in contention for the postseason, as they remain close in the Wild Card race with the Mets and Braves. Pfaadt's ability to suppress walks and limit hits was crucial, suggesting a potential turning point in his season.