Arizona Diamondbacks avoid long losing streaks through late-game hitting

The Arizona Diamondbacks have maintained consistency this season by avoiding losing streaks of five or more games. Through September 5, the team secured 43 come-from-behind wins, significantly bolstered by high-leverage RBI performances. Specifically, half of these victories involved critical RBI events that occurred while the team trailed and ultimately shifted the game result. Ildemaro Vargas, Geraldo Perdomo, and Ketel Marte accounted for over half of these impactful RBI events. These players utilized high squared-up percentages to succeed against opposing pitchers, often overcoming deficits throughout the season. The team has not recorded a winning streak of seven or more games since September 2017, but their ability to erase deficits has effectively prevented prolonged slides in the standings.

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