mlb Game Recap
Andrew Chafin vs Ian Kennedy Battle Sees Texas Fall 12-7
Texas pitchers gave up 2 home runs to Christian Walker and it cost them dearly in a 12-7 loss on Wednesday at Globe Life Field.
Bettors who backed the Diamondbacks were rewarded as +105 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Joe Mantiply earned the victory for the Diamondbacks, throwing 1.1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 0, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 5 RBIs from Christian Walker in the win.
Texas's starting pitcher Ian Kennedy worked 1.2 innings, giving up 2 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Josh Jung in a losing cause.
Texas outhit their counterparts 12-10 in the game.
Arizona looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Washington. Texas will aim to get back on the winning track at Los Angeles.