Randal Grichuk Provides Immediate Spark In D-Backs’ Offense

Arizona Takes First Two Games, Giants Look To Answer Back

The Arizona Diamondbacks have jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead over the San Francisco Giants in their three-game series thanks to the incredible offensive start of newly-acquired outfielder Randal Grichuk. Arizona took the first game of the series by a score of 5-1, and followed it up with a 7-4 win in the second game. In both games, Grichuk has been a dominant force in the D-Backs’ lineup, showcasing the power and speed that made him a highly sought-after trade target.

Grichuk’s Impressive Debut

In his first two games with the Diamondbacks, Grichuk is a combined 5-for-9 at the plate, with two home runs, two doubles, three runs scored, and three runs batted in. This performance is a continuation of his strong season with the Colorado Rockies, where he was batting .318 with 13 home runs and 46 RBIs. Grichuk’s ability to hit for power and make contact has been a welcome addition to the Arizona lineup, and his speed has been a threat on the base paths.

Giants’ Struggles Continue

The San Francisco Giants have struggled to keep pace with the Diamondbacks in this series, as their offense has been unable to provide much support for their pitching staff. In the first game, the Giants managed just one run on five hits, and in the second game, they were held to four runs on nine hits. The Giants’ offense has been a major concern all season long, and their inability to score runs has put a lot of pressure on their pitching staff.

Series Outlook

The Diamondbacks will look to complete the three-game sweep of the Giants in the series finale on Thursday. Arizona will send Merrill Kelly to the mound, while the Giants will counter with Alex Cobb. Kelly has been one of the most consistent pitchers in the NL this season, and he will be looking to continue his strong performance against the Giants. Cobb has been a bit more up and down this season, but he will need to be at his best if the Giants want to avoid a sweep. The Giants will need to find a way to generate more offense if they want to get back into this series, but the Diamondbacks’ pitching staff has been tough to hit.