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The Arizona Diamondbacks edged the Detroit Tigers 1–0 on April 1 at Chase Field in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of the Vegas total line of 1 run. Arizona's offense was anemic, managing just 6 hits with a .233 batting average and .713 OPS, yet manufactured the game's only run on 1 home run and 1 RBI. Detroit's lineup was equally ineffective, posting 7 hits but striking out 5 times while recording zero RBIs and a mere .596 OPS, failing to capitalize on limited opportunities. Arizona's pitching staff was the difference, allowing 7 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 5, though the 4.59 ERA suggests the performance may not be sustainable. Detroit's pitchers surrendered just 6 hits but allowed the decisive earned run, striking out only 3 with a 3.78 ERA. Both teams committed no errors, but the Tigers' inability to generate run production—evidenced by their .300 slugging percentage and zero walks—exposed early-season offensive struggles that will need addressing as the season progresses.
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| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DET | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| AZ | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
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Corbin Carroll
