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**Diamondbacks Edge Rockies in Pitching Duel, Secure Series Win**
**PHOENIX** – Merrill Kelly delivered a dominant performance, striking out a season-high 11 and allowing just one hit over seven innings, as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies 1-0 on Sunday. Ketel Marte provided the game’s only run with a solo home run in the first inning.
The Diamondbacks took two of three games in the series, denying the Rockies their first series win of the season. Colorado’s struggles continue as they fall to a Major League-worst 8-38, marking the worst start for a team through 46 games since 1901.
The Rockies mounted a late threat in the ninth against Shelby Miller, with Kyle Farmer singling and Hunter Goodman doubling. An intentional walk loaded the bases, but Miller induced a popup from Brenton Doyle and Geraldo Perdomo snagged a game-ending lineout from Michael Toglia to secure the victory.
Kelly (5-2) was nearly untouchable, allowing only a sixth-inning double to Jordan Beck. Rockies rookie Chase Dollander (2-5) pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out six.
The Diamondbacks (23-25) head to Los Angeles to face the Dodgers on Monday, with Brandon Pfaadt taking the mound against Landon Knack. The Rockies (8-38) return home to Denver to host the Philadelphia Phillies, with Kyle Freeland scheduled to pitch against Cristopher Sanchez.
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