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D-backs Preview #30: 5/5 @ Marlins Share this story Today's Lineups Pitching problems Last night was another rough go for the Diamondbacks bullpen, which melted down in a six-run eighth inning. A bit part of the problem has been that the team seems to pitch worse, the closer the game is. Here are the Arizona staff OPS’s for various game margins (regardless of whether ahead or behind): Margin > 4 runs: .629 OPS Within 4 runs: .816 OPS Within 3 runs: .837 OPS Within 2 runs: .854 OPS Within 1 run: .855 OPS Tied game: .862 OPS Anthony Swarzak is the poster child for this. He faced one batter wi...

Diamondbacks Series Preview #3: Diamondbacks vs Reds Share this story Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports What a disappointing start to the season. The Diamondbacks are limping into Chase after going 2-5 on their first road trip. Their pitching has been... not great, and the offense has been inconsistent, despite having three games at Coors Field. Seems like 98% of the team is on the IL right now, and those that aren’t might as well be. On the other hand, the Reds are off to a great start to the season, going 5-1 combined against the Cardinals and Pirates and are looking to continue that on th...