Diamondbacks infielder describes what it means to start All-Star Game
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte explains what it means for him to be voted in as a 2025 All-Star Game starter at second base.
Royals at Diamondbacks, 1:10 p.m., Cox, Ch. 34
Diamondbacks RHP Ryne Nelson (4-2, 3.61) vs. Royals RHP Michael Wacha (4-8, 3.62).
At Chase Field: Nelson tied a season high with 6 2/3 innings against the Giants in his most recent start, walking none and striking out seven in a game the Diamondbacks won, 4-2. … In five starts since moving into the rotation to replace the injured RHP Corbin Burnes, Nelson has a 3.91 ERA. … He started against the Royals once last season, giving up four runs in six innings. … Wacha gave up five runs in five innings against the Mariners in his most recent start. It wrapped up an inconsistent June in which he posted a 5.40 ERA in five starts. … In nine career starts against the Diamondbacks he has a 4.70 ERA. He faced them once last season, giving up three runs in 4 2/3 innings.
Coming up
Sunday, July 6: At Chase Field, 1:10 p.m., Diamondbacks Anthony DeSclafani (0-0, 4.82) vs. Royals RHP Michael Lorenzen (4-8, 4.95).
Monday, July 7: At San Diego, 6:40 p.m., Diamondbacks RHP Zac Gallen (6-9, 5.45) vs. Padres RHP Nick Pivetta (9-2, 3.25).
Tuesday, July 8: At San Diego, 6:40 p.m., Diamondbacks RHP Merrill Kelly (7-4, 3.55) vs. Padres RHP Dylan Cease (3-8, 4.62).