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Boston Downed 4-2 By Arizona - Tanner Houck Takes Loss

Boston struck out 10 times against Merrill Kelly in losing 4-2 to Arizona on Sunday at Chase Field.

The Diamondbacks were a -124 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 8.5.

Merrill Kelly earned the victory for the Diamondbacks, throwing 6.1 innings of work, striking out 10, walking 2, and allowing 4 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Corbin Carroll in the win.

Boston got a 1-inning outing from Joely Rodriguez in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Justin Turner had 2 hits in the loss for the Red Sox.

Arizona enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-8 advantage in hits.

Miguel Castro pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.

Arizona looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Colorado. Boston will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Cincinnati.