Diamondbacks Look to Extend Five-Game Winning Run Over Dodgers

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Diamondbacks Look to Extend Five-Game Winning Run Over Dodgers

Arizona has beaten Los Angeles five consecutive times entering August 8, giving the Diamondbacks their run against the Dodgers. Arizona sits 7.5 games behind first place, the closest any team has been to Los Angeles since June 14. The Diamondbacks can extend their streak and further shake up the National League West with another victory over their division rival again.

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