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The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies 8–6 on May 17 at Coors Field, with the visiting offense outpacing expectations in a slugfest that exceeded the Vegas total line of 2. Arizona's three home runs and 8 RBIs powered the win despite striking out 11 times, while the Diamondbacks' pitching staff limited Colorado to just 8 hits and 4 earned runs with an ERA of 4.34. The Rockies managed only 5 RBIs across 8 hits and posted a weak .709 OPS, hampered further by 2 defensive errors that contributed to their offensive struggles. Colorado's pitching was equally ineffective, surrendering 12 hits and 7 earned runs with a 4.91 ERA. Arizona's balanced attack—combining power production with a disciplined approach at the plate—proved decisive in a contest where run prevention ultimately favored the visitors. The Diamondbacks' ability to capitalize on home runs will be critical as they navigate the remainder of their road trip.