Snake Bytes 5/13: Spoilt Milk

TL;DR

Zac Gallen of the Arizona Diamondbacks struggled against the Texas Rangers, allowing seven runs in 4 1/3 innings. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks traded Alek Thomas to the Dodgers, who will cover his contract.

Key points

Zac Gallen allowed seven earned runs in 4 1/3 innings
Diamondbacks traded Alek Thomas to Dodgers
Dodgers will cover Thomas' $1.45 million contract
Diamondbacks have a crucial 37-game stretch ahead
Only seven games against winning teams in the stretch

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - MAY 12: Zac Gallen #23 of the Arizona Diamondbacks leaves the game during the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on May 12, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) | Getty Images Diamondbacks News Streak of Dominant Starts Ends with Gallen Loss to Rangers Zac Gallen surrendered seven runs, all earned, in only 4 1/3 innings. On the other side, Mackenzie Gore pitched the longest outing of his career, eight innings of dominant one-run ball. Diamondbacks Trade Alek Thomas to Dodgers The Dodgers take on all of Thomas’ $1.45 million contract and also send back minor league outfielder Jose Requena Why Arizona Made Move to Trade Thomas to Dodgers It should come as no surprise that the answer comes down to money. Diamondbacks Upcoming Schedule Provides Massive Opportunity After going 20-20 over the course of the season’s first 40 games, the Diamondbacks are now entering a 37-game stretch that might well define the remainder of the season. During the stretch, the Snakes only have seven games against teams with a winning record. Other Baseball News The next round of MLB labor negotiations officially began Tuesday with the league and the Major League Baseball Players Association exchanging opening presentations more than six months before the December 1 expiration date of the current collective bargaining agreement. It really is just a matter of time right now. Teruaki Sato has forged himself quite the resume, even forcing his way into a stacked WBC lineup for Japan – the only non-MLB player to hit in the top-six for the baseball powerhouse. Common sense says that things like this should be reviewable, even if not explicitly provided for in the manual.

Q&A

What were Zac Gallen's stats in the game against the Texas Rangers?

Zac Gallen surrendered seven earned runs in just 4 1/3 innings during the game.

Why did the Diamondbacks trade Alek Thomas to the Dodgers?

The trade was primarily motivated by financial reasons, as the Dodgers took on Thomas' $1.45 million contract.

What does the Diamondbacks' upcoming schedule look like?

The Diamondbacks are entering a 37-game stretch with only seven games against teams with a winning record, which could significantly impact their season.