Angels Outshine Diamondbacks in a High-Scoring Affair at Salt River Fields
In a preseason encounter that saw the Los Angeles Angels and the Arizona Diamondbacks face off at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, the Angels emerged victorious with an 11-5 win over their hosts. This victory brings the Angels' record to 9-13, while the Diamondbacks now stand at 13-12. The game was attended by 11,003 fans and lasted for three hours and eleven minutes.
Key Performances on the Field
The Angels showcased their offensive might by accumulating thirteen hits throughout the game. A significant highlight was a late-game surge where they scored seven runs in the ninth inning alone, turning what had been a competitive match into a decisive win. Their batting average of .333 for this game was complemented by an on-base percentage (OBP) of .422 and slugging percentage (SLG) of .538, indicating both power and precision in their hitting approach.
Kyren Paris stood out with his impressive performance, hitting .600 including four RBIs which played a crucial role in securing this win for his team. Another notable contribution came from Matthew Lugo who not only maintained an average of .400 but also drove in two runs with his powerful hitting that resulted in an SLG of 1.0.
On the pitching side, despite some challenges faced by starter Chase Silseth who ended up with an ERA of 16.875 after allowing five earned runs over just 2.2 innings pitched, relief pitchers like José Quijada and Benjamin Joyce stepped up to maintain scoreless appearances contributing to keeping the Diamondbacks' offense at bay.
Diamondbacks Efforts
The Arizona Diamondbacks managed nine hits against Angels' pitchers but struggled to capitalize fully on these opportunities as evidenced by their five total runs scored across nine innings. Their efforts were highlighted early on when they scored four runs in the third inning but were unable to sustain this momentum against a resilient Angels bullpen which effectively shut down any further scoring attempts.
Looking Ahead
The Los Angeles Angels are set to continue their preseason campaign as they travel to Goodyear Ballpark to face off against the Reds on March 18th at 4:05 PM EDT. Fans can catch all live action from this upcoming game broadcasted on FDSOH network ensuring they don't miss any moment from what promises another exciting baseball matchup.
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