What happened: The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that Ryne Nelson will take the mound for their upcoming game. The start comes immediately after the Diamondbacks were shut out, failing to score a single run the previous night.
Why it matters: Arizona is looking to rebound quickly after being completely stifled by Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in their last outing. Nelson's performance will be crucial as the team attempts to reset its momentum and jumpstart the offense.
By the numbers: Nelson enters the matchup with a 2-4 record, a 4.82 ERA, and a 1.19 WHIP innings pitched in the 2026 season. He carries momentum from a strong May in which he posted a 2.36 ERA across five starts.
What to watch: Observers will watch to see if Nelson can deliver a quality start and if the Diamondbacks' lineup can break its scoring drought.