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Rangers vs Diamondbacks Game 5 of the World Series: pitchers, lineups, stats, etc.

The Rangers lead the World Series 3-1 but know it’s not a guarantee of victory. In postseason series, teams that lead 3-1 have a winning percentage of 85% . The Rangers are in an excellent position to win, with Nathan Eovaldi starting against Arizona’s Zac Gallen. The D-backs must overcome a mid-season slump and win against the Rangers to stay in the Game . Corey Seager was on the last team to rally from a 3-1 deficit, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in the 2020 NLCS. In Game 4, the D-backs scored six runs in the final two innings after trailing 11-1, forcing Texas to bring in closer José Leclerc. Rangers vs Diamondbacks Game 5: pitchers Texas Rangers Nathan Eovaldi, a highly experienced right-handed pitcher known for his impressive fastball, had a tough outing in Game 1 of the World Series against the D-backs. He allowed five runs while pitching for just 4 2/3 innings. However, this was an anomaly in an otherwise brilliant postseason performance. In his first four postseason starts, he had...

Diamondbacks vs Phillies Game 2 of the NLCS: pitchers, lineups, stats, etc.

The D-backs had a flawless record in this postseason until their 5-3 loss to the Phillies in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on Monday. Tuesday will be their first opportunity to show the same level of determination that got them this far in the postseason. Throughout the postseason, the Phillies have mostly played the role of the longshot candidate rather than being considered favorites. Therefore, Tuesday’s Game gives them an excellent chance to prove themselves and come one step closer to winning their second consecutive National League pennant. Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Both teams have an intense Game 2 pitcher to lead them to victory. Merrill Kelly, who hails from Scottsdale, Arizona, pitched a shutout into the seventh inning in his first postseason start against the Dodgers. After a 10-day break, the well-rested Kelly will return to the mound for the Arizona Diamondbacks. He had a tremendous postseason debut, throwing 6.1 s...