Breaking: Eugenio Suárez Joins elite 300-home run club, D-backs roar past Rockies 14-8
In a high-scoring affair, the Arizona Diamondbacks secured a commanding 14-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night. The star of the show was third baseman Eugenio Suárez, who became the third Venezuelan to hit 300 home runs.
Denver (AP) — Eugenio Suárez connected two windows to become the third Venezuelan to reach 300 and to help Arizona’s Diamondbacks defeat the Rockies of Colorado on Friday 14-8.
Suárez, 33 and who matched his record of the season with four hits, disappeared the ball in the fifth and sixth tickets to reach the milestone. It is only surpassed by Miguel Cabrera (511) and Andrés Galarraga (399) among Venezuelan homers in the major.
“This means a lot to me. I never thought to join that list of Venezuelans,” said Suárez. “It’s very special, very cool. You feel like a dream come true.”
Teammates Celebrate Suarez’s Milestone
His teammates congratulated him in the cave after his second home run of the night. There was a new celebration at the Clubhouse after the duel.
“We honor a great player but a better human being,” said Manager Torey Lovullo. “It was a special moment. His companions mean a lot for him. His achievements evidently speak for themselves. Three hundred homers are something incredible.”
Dominant Offense from the Diamondbacks
The Dominican Ketel Marte promoted five races with a three-round home run and a double of two scores and the Venezuelan Ildemaro Vargas stayed a triple of the cycle and connected his first home run of the season by Arizona, which totaled 21 unstoppable, his largest figure in the campaign.
The great offensive night ruined the first opening of Austin Gomber as a local in the campaign. Gomber (0-1), who began the year in the list of injured with pain in the left shoulder, debuted in the season on Sunday in Atlanta with five tickets without allowing races, but was punished with nine scores and 12 indisputable over four acts and two thirds against Arizona.
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The opener of the Diamondbacks, Zac Gallen (5-8), sailed through five unstable entries to obtain victory.
Colorado sent ten batters to the plate in the fourth entrance and scored six races to take a 7-6 advantage. Ryan McMahon and Mickey Moniak connected homers and Hunter Goodman contributed a double two races at the entrance to overcome a five-run deficit.
Box Score
For the Diamondbacks, the Dominicans Marte of 6-3 with two scored and five towed, Geraldo Perdomo 6-1. Cuban Lourdes Gurriel Jr. 6-3 with a scored and a produced. Venezuelans Suárez, 6-4 with three scored and three driven, 5-3 Vargas with three scored and three produced, José Herrera, 3-2 with one scored and a towed.
For the rockies, the Venezuelan Orlando Arcia 4-1.
Historical Context
Eugenio Suárez’s accomplishment puts him in elite company among Venezuelan players. Only Miguel Cabrera, with 511 home runs, and Andrés Galarraga, with 399, have hit more home runs in major league history. This milestone is a testament to Suárez’s skill, hard work, and dedication to the sport. As the Diamondbacks continue their season, his contributions will be crucial in their pursuit of a championship.
Looking Ahead
The Diamondbacks will look to build on this dominant performance as they continue their series against the Rockies. With a powerful lineup and strong pitching, they are a formidable force in the MLB championship race. Fans and analysts alike will be watching to see if Suárez can continue his impressive run and further cement his legacy in baseball history.
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