Rodriguez, D-backs dominate Pirates 9-0 at Chase Field
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PHOENIX — Eduardo Rodriguez delivered seven strong innings, allowing two hits and striking out seven as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0 on Tuesday at Chase Field. Arizona built an early 2-0 lead and broke the game open with a five-run sixth inning, producing the club’s largest margin of victory this season.
The victory ended Arizona’s recent quality-start drought and dropped Rodriguez’s season ERA to 2.50 while improving his record to 3-0; contributors included Gabriel Moreno, Geraldo Perdomo, Ketel Marte, Ildemaro Vargas and Corbin Carroll. Pittsburgh’s outing featured command issues — notably six walks by starter Bubba Chandler and ineffective relief from Yohan Ramirez — and marked the Pirates’ fourth shutout loss.
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Timeline
- 1. Early season: Ildemaro Vargas earned NL Player of the Month for March/April, hitting .377 with a 1.051 OPS.
- 2. April 17: Arizona’s last recorded quality start prior to Tuesday’s outing, establishing a drought.
- 3. Pre-game: Arizona carried a 5.07 ERA, the worst mark in the National League entering the matchup.
- 4. Tuesday at Chase Field: Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven innings, two hits allowed, seven strikeouts; D-backs scored five runs in the sixth.
- 5. Postgame: Arizona won 9-0; Rodriguez improved to 3-0 and ERA dropped to 2.50; Pittsburgh noted for walks, defensive misplay and their fourth shutout loss.
Why it matters
This game is a morale booster for D-backs fans. It ends a quality-start drought and shows the team's potential. If you're a baseball fan, it's a reminder that even struggling teams can have standout performances.
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