PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks’ Blaze Alexander made the game’s most important play in Friday’s win against the Boston Red Sox, 10-5.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!
Jul 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Blaze Alexander against the Houston Astros at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Diamondbacks had the lead at the top of the third inning, 2-1, with the Red Sox threatening with runners on second and first base. With two outs, Red Sox second baseman Romy Gonzalez hit a single off D-Backs pitcher Eduardo Rodríguez to Alexander in centerfield.
Boston catcher Carlos Narváez rounded third base in an attempt to tie the game, but Alexander’s throw to Gabriel Moreno tagged Narváez on the side before he could touch home plate for the third out of the inning.
He’s a natural out there. pic.twitter.com/r7f0XnQWyI
— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) September 6, 2025
Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Blaze Alexander (9) throws to first for the out against the Cleveland Guardians at Chase Field on Aug. 19, 2025. © Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
D-Backs fans loved the game-saving play and were surprised by how well Alexander has been able to adapt to another position. Friday’s game marked Alexander’s third start in center field and he has already made a name for himself with several game-saving or momentum-shifting plays in the new position.
Blaze is a highlight of this year https://t.co/XhzwsJQJDt
— Kaos (@PhilipR68896941) September 6, 2025
Blaze Alexander with an absolute hose
Guy knows he’s playing for a roster spot next season and he’s earning and deserving it.Offense, defense at third at OF. He can hit.
— Tommy Bennett (@TJBennettt37) September 6, 2025
Blaze Alexander has been a pleasure to watch in CF. Dude looks great out there
— Cory ⚾️tt (@cory5ott) September 6, 2025
HEAT FROM BLAZE!! https://t.co/R4gMJy7qMD
— William Petty (@WilliamP80326) September 6, 2025
Sep 5, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (7) celebrates with shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) after hitting a three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox in the eighth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
The Red Sox pulled within one in the top of the eighth inning, 6-5, before the Diamondbacks regained momentum in the bottom half of the inning on Geraldo Perdomo’s RBI single and Corbin Carroll’s three-run homer.
Arizona is now over .500 for the first time since July 20, 71-71, and 5.5 games out of the final National League Wild Card spot.
*Get the BEST Phoenix sports insider information, and exclusive content. SIGN UP HERE to unlock our premium content!*
Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
Arizona Diamondbacks face big decisions after losing Lourdes Gurriel Jr. to ACL injury
