Arizona Diamondbacks' Bullpen, Geraldo Perdomo Error Cost Team in Loss to Rockies
Late-Inning Mishaps Lead to Heartbreaking Defeat
Diamondbacks' Bullpen Falters in Ninth Inning
The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered a heartbreaking 5-4 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night at Coors Field. The bullpen, which has been a strength for Arizona all season, faltered in the ninth inning, allowing the Rockies to score the game-winning run on a sacrifice fly.
Perdomo's Costly Error
The Diamondbacks had taken a 4-3 lead in the top of the ninth inning on a RBI single by Ketel Marte. However, Geraldo Perdomo's fielding error allowed the Rockies to tie the game. Raimel Tapia hit a ground ball to Perdomo at shortstop, but the ball went through his legs, allowing Yonathan Daza to score from second base.
Rockies Avoid Sweep
The Rockies, who had lost the first two games of the series, avoided a sweep with the win. Jhoulys Chacin started for Colorado and allowed three runs on eight hits in six innings. The bullpen, which had been struggling all season, came through with three scoreless innings to earn the win.
Missed Opportunities for Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks had several chances to add to their lead late in the game, but they were unable to come up with the big hit. They left the bases loaded in the seventh inning and had two runners on with one out in the ninth inning, but they were unable to score.
Bullpen Struggles Continue
The Diamondbacks' bullpen has been a major disappointment this season. The unit entered Tuesday's game with a 5.06 ERA, which is the second-worst in the National League. The bullpen has allowed at least one run in 30 of its last 35 games.
Perdomo's Struggles at Shortstop
Perdomo has been a defensive liability at shortstop all season. He has made 10 errors in 65 games, which is tied for the most among all shortstops in the National League.
Diamondbacks Fall to 28-40
The loss drops the Diamondbacks to 28-40 on the season. They are now 10 games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West.
Conclusion
The Diamondbacks' bullpen and Geraldo Perdomo's error were the main reasons for the team's loss to the Rockies. The bullpen has been a major disappointment all season, and Perdomo has been a defensive liability at shortstop. The Diamondbacks will need to find ways to improve both areas if they want to be competitive in the NL West.
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