ANAHEIM – The Arizona Diamondbacks will open a three-game road series Friday night against the Los Angeles Angels and will look to pick up some much-needed victories.
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Jul 10, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Jake McCarthy (31) scores during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
Arizona enters the series looking to bounce back after a tight loss to San Diego on Thursday night. The D-backs have been solid on the road this year and will rely on the stars led by Ketel Marte and Corbin Carroll to set the tone early against a left-handed starter.
Friday night mound matchups:
Ryne Nelson enters Friday night’s matchup a 3.39 ERA and has quietly become one of Arizona’s most reliable arms. The 26-year-old has allowed two earned runs or fewer in his last five outings and continues to pitch deep into games with improved command. His ability to limit walks and induce soft contact has helped steady the D-Backs rotation during a crucial stretch of the season.
Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson (19) pitches in the first inning against the Royals during a game in Phoenix, at Chase Field on July 5, 2025. © Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
The Angels are countering with Tyler Anderson on Friday. Anderson has a 2-6 record with a 4.19 ERA on the season. In Anderson’s last outing, he allowed three earned runs on eight hits in five innings of work against the Toronto Blue Jays.
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Los Angeles comes into the matchup having lost five out of its last seven games. The Angels have struggled at the plate this season, which could play in Nelson’s favor. The first pitch at Angel Stadium is scheduled for 6:38 p.m. PT and will be available to watch tonight on Apple TV+.
Jul 9, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) is congratulated by Alek Thomas (5) after hitting a grand slam during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks and Arizona Cardinals for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
