Arizona Diamondbacks Top Five Moments Of 2014

May 17, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) celebrates after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the seventh inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

5/17/2014 – Paul Goldschmidt Has Monster Game Against The Dodgers

Before getting injured in early August, Paul Goldschmidt was on his way to a stellar season in the desert.  On May 17, Goldy led the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 18-7 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers by smacking two home runs and two doubles while driving in six RBI.

The impressive display of power was part of a 4-for-5 performance that also included a walk.

This was an important win for the D-Backs as it improved their record in May to 8-6 after a putrid April when the club managed only nine wins. Goldy’s performance coupled with the hiring of Tony LaRussa gave the Diamondback’s fans hope, even if just for a moment, that 2014 might turn around.  Unfortunately, fate had other plans for the team.

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