Ildemaro Vargas Extends 23-Game Hit Streak and Starts at First Base

Ildemaro Vargas continues his impressive season for the Arizona Diamondbacks, extending his hitting streak to 23 games—the second-longest to start a season since 1940. At 34, he leads the majors with a .378 batting average. Additionally, Vargas was slated to start at first base for Thursday's matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, providing the Diamondbacks with critical defensive flexibility and utility experience.