Gurriel's Heroics Lead Diamondbacks to Victory

In a closely contested game, the Miami Marlins managed to secure a narrow 8-7 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, despite a late surge from their opponents. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo expressed his strategic approach during the game, emphasizing the importance of building an inning and utilizing available resources. Lovullo faced criticism for his decision to remove player Del Castillo, which nearly drew boos from the crowd, highlighting the tension in the arena. The game saw pivotal moments, particularly in the eighth inning when Joe Mantiply allowed an RBI double to Vidal Brujan, narrowing the score to 8-7. Relief pitcher Justin Martinez stepped in to strike out Xavier Edwards and retire Jake Burger, preventing further damage. However, the ninth inning proved challenging for Martinez as the Marlins loaded the bases, showcasing their offensive pressure. Jake Burger, a standout for the Marlins, hit his 25th home run of the season, marking his 15th since the All-Star break. This performance was crucial for Miami, who have struggled recently, losing six of their last seven games and now holding the worst record in the National League at 46-81. Diamondbacks pitcher Montgomery had a tough outing, surrendering six runs and ten hits over 5 2/3 innings, despite feeling he executed some good pitches. Looking ahead, the Diamondbacks will send RHP Ryne Nelson to the mound for the opener of a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox on Friday, hoping to turn their fortunes around.