[AZ Central] Diamondbacks end series drought, beat Athletics - Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen addressed his team before their series began here a few days ago. The trade deadline behind them, Hazen wanted to explain the moves he made, but he also wanted to deliver a message. The remaining games matter, he told them — and they could help shape the future of this organization. For center fielder Alek Thomas, the message resonated. “This is our chance to prove ourselves and try to go out there and win games,” Thomas said after the Diamondbacks beat the Athletics, 6-4, on Sunday afternoon, August 3, to end what had been a miserable road trip on a positive note.
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