Diamondbacks crush Rangers 14-4 with 5 homers in Texas

On Wednesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks showcased a dominant performance against the Texas Rangers, winning 14-4. Ketel Marte led the charge with a home run and four RBIs, while Eugenio Suárez contributed significantly with two home runs, marking a standout day for the team. The Diamondbacks capitalized on early scoring opportunities, with Randal Grichuk hitting a two-run homer in the first inning and Marte following up with a three-run shot in the fourth. Adrian Del Castillo also added to the offensive onslaught with a three-run homer in the fifth inning. The Diamondbacks' offense was relentless, achieving a season-high of 13 extra-base hits, which included a total of 16 hits in the game. This victory allowed Arizona to tie with San Diego for the top spot in the National League wild-card race. The team has consistently demonstrated their ability to score early, having achieved at least two runs in the first inning 33 times this season, the most in Major League Baseball. On the pitching side, Dylan Floro earned the win, while starter Merrill Kelly left the game after five innings due to discomfort. Jordan Montgomery made his first career save, working three innings in relief. The Rangers, on the other hand, struggled to keep pace, with Marcus Semien hitting a solo homer but ultimately falling behind significantly. This game concluded a two-game interleague series, with the Diamondbacks looking to maintain their momentum as they prepare for a home series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Rangers, now 7.5 games out of the AL wild card, face challenges as they look to improve their standing with only 16 games remaining in the season.