D-backs Use Long Ball to Blank Rangers

Arizona's offense hammers Texas in 10-0 win

The Arizona Diamondbacks used the long ball to blank the Texas Rangers 10-0 on Tuesday night at Chase Field. The D-backs hit four home runs in the game, including a pair of two-run shots from Ketel Marte and David Peralta.

Marte got the scoring started with a two-run homer in the first inning off Rangers starter Kohei Arihara. Peralta followed with a two-run shot of his own in the second inning to give the D-backs a 4-0 lead.

Arizona added to its lead with a solo homer from Pavin Smith in the third inning and a two-run homer from Christian Walker in the fourth inning. The D-backs finished the scoring with a solo homer from Josh Rojas in the eighth inning.

D-backs starter Merrill Kelly allowed just two hits and two walks over six scoreless innings to earn the win. The Rangers bullpen allowed four runs on six hits over the final three innings.

D-backs offense continues to impress

The D-backs offense has been one of the most productive in the Majors this season. They lead the NL in runs scored (399), hits (553), and home runs (110). Marte, Peralta, and Walker have all been key contributors, and they continue to lead the charge.

Rangers' pitching staff struggles

The Rangers' pitching staff has been one of the worst in the Majors this season. They have the highest ERA in the AL (5.23) and have allowed the most home runs (118). Arihara has been particularly ineffective, with an ERA of 6.17 in six starts.

D-backs look to continue winning ways

The D-backs have won four of their last five games and are now 30-30 on the season. They will look to continue their winning ways when they host the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.

Rangers look to turn things around

The Rangers have lost six of their last seven games and are now 24-36 on the season. They will look to turn things around when they visit the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.