D-backs strike first over Rays in clash of division leaders

PHOENIX — In a battle of first-place groups, the D-backs jumped out to an early lead and didn’t look again as they beat the Rays, 8-4, on Tuesday night time at Chase Field.

The D-backs staked starter Zac Gallen to a five-run lead within the first inning, thanks largely to a three-run homer by Corbin Carroll and a solo shot by Christian Walker off Rays rookie starter Taj Bradley.

The Rays responded with 4 runs within the second, however that was all of the offense they might muster, whereas the D-backs continued to tack on runs.

Solo homers by Evan Longoria and Ketel Marte, together with a sac fly from Geraldo Perdomo, padded Arizona’s lead.