Snakes Still Alive: Dbacks 7, Rockies 2

DENVER, Colorado - September 22: In a crucial game against the Colorado Rockies, the Arizona Diamondbacks emerged victorious with a final score of 7-2. The performance of Nolan Arenado and Michael Soroka proved decisive in securing the win. The game seemed within the Diamondbacks' grasp throughout, and they capitalized on this during the first inning, scoring an impressive three runs. From that point onward, the Diamondbacks continued to play with a downhill approach, resulting in a smooth and effective game plan.

Pitcher Michael Soroka delivered a stellar performance, going the full seven innings and conceding just one earned run. He struck out nine batters, showing remarkable control and precision with his trademark Slurve. This impressive outing will likely make Soroka an attractive option for free agency this offseason, especially considering his age and the Diamondbacks' need for reliable starting pitchers.

With a season record of 9-5 and a 3.31 ERA, Soroka's future should be an intriguing topic of discussion amongst Diamondbacks fans.

The offensive fireworks from the Diamondbacks began early when Gabi doubled for an RBI. Perdomo contributed with a single, and Carroll followed up with a double to drive in additional runs. As the Diamondbacks continued to move runners around the bases and capitalize on opportunities, the Rockies' Kyle Freeland found himself at the receiving end of the offense's relentless pressure.

In the seventh inning, Nolan Arenado stepped up to the plate and hit a home run that traveled 421 feet to left field – his 28th of the season and third hit of the game. This power hit came at a crucial juncture, solidifying Arenado's impressive season performance and providing a much-needed boost for the Diamondbacks.

As the Diamondbacks continue to navigate through a challenging stretch in the season, with their elimination number now down to two, the team and their fans can look to players like Arenado and Soroka to step up and embrace the moment. The recent loss of the Padres to the Dodgers provided a slight respite for the Diamondbacks, but they will need to secure at least one more win against the Padres in the coming two games to maintain control over their destiny.

If the Diamondbacks can achieve this, they will enter the weekend in San Diego with a strong chance of salvaging their season and leaving a lasting impression on the baseball world. "Snakes Still Alive" indeed!