Diamondbacks Rally to Victory Over Royals in Thrilling Finish

In a dramatic ninth-inning comeback, the Arizona Diamondbacks secured an 8-6 victory against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night, highlighted by Gabriel Moreno's two-run double and Ketel Marte's three-run homer. The win showcased the team's resilience, with manager Torey Lovullo praising the players for their determination in a challenging environment against a formidable opponent. The game began with Arizona taking an early lead, thanks to Eugenio Suarez's home run in the second inning and back-to-back homers from Joc Pederson and Christian Walker in the fourth, putting the Diamondbacks ahead 3-1. However, the Royals fought back, taking a 4-3 lead, setting the stage for a tense final inning. With the Diamondbacks trailing in the ninth, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. ignited the rally with a single, followed by Geraldo Perdomo's walk. Moreno then delivered a crucial double that rolled to the wall in right-center, allowing the team to regain the lead. Following Moreno's hit, Marte, an All-Star this season, launched a powerful three-run homer to center field, solidifying the Diamondbacks' advantage. Despite the loss, Royals manager Matt Quatraro acknowledged his team's efforts, emphasizing the importance of executing plays. The Diamondbacks will look to build on this momentum as they return home to face the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.