Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s perfect throw from left field erased the tying run in a tense ninth, preserving Arizona’s 3-2 win over Milwaukee as Andruw Monasterio was nailed at second by a blazing relay. Andrew Saalfrank stepped into a high-leverage role and locked down his third save of the month, while Geraldo Perdomo belted his 15th homer and Pavin Smith went 2-for-3 before leaving with quad tightness. Arizona rode defense, timely hitting, and bullpen grit to finish the Brewers series strong.

The D-backs stressed inch-by-inch execution, a message echoed by Lovullo after a series that showcased they won’t fade when the stakes rise. Clean baseball and a resilient bullpen approach carried them through late threats, with the offense contributing steadily as the All-Star break narratives shift toward a sturdier, more leadoff-friendly lineup. Thursday’s finale looms as a test of depth and dugout trust.