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Diamondbacks sweep Cubs in critical three-game series

The Arizona Diamondbacks picked up a series sweep against the Cubs on Sunday with a 6-2 win. This win also capped off a successful 6-1 season record against Chicago.

In the bottom of the first, Arizona sparked an early rally that began with Ketel Marte drawing a leadoff walk. A couple of base hits later, the Diamondbacks grabbed a 3-0 lead before fans even finished settling into their seats.

On the mound for the D-backs was rookie Ryne Nelson, who has seen his ERA recently skyrocket to 5.