Max Kepler Leads Diamondbacks Offense in Extra-Inning Loss

Max Kepler provided an early spark for the Diamondbacks on Monday, helping the team secure a 2-0 lead against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Despite his contributions, Arizona ultimately fell 3-2 in ten innings. The loss was marked by missed opportunities with runners in scoring position and a throwing error by Merrill Kelly that allowed a key Pittsburgh run. Kepler remains a fixture in the Diamondbacks' outfield lineup.