The momentum kicked off early with Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s two-run homer in the bottom of the 1st inning, setting the tone for the game.
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However, it was the 3rd inning where Arizona truly made headlines, shattering the modern-day record with an astonishing 14 runs, much to the delight of the sold-out home crowd. Before a single out was recorded, eight batters had already stepped up to the plate.