Inside the Box: Young HR wins it, fan interferes with Upton

Aug 28, 2011, 2:48 AM | Updated: 3:52 am

After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the
box score and
provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go
Inside the Box for
August 27, 2011: Diamondbacks 3, Padres 1

The Good:

Chris Young had a big night for the D-backs. His two hits, including a two-run homer in the fourth, put him on par with Miguel Montero and Willie Bloomquist, who also had two hits.

Starting pitcher Joe Saunders threw a solid game and gave his team a chance to win. In his seven innings, he only gave up four hits and no runs. Chances are if the starter throws a shutout, he has a pretty good shot at getting the win. Saunders is now 9-11 on the season.

The Bad:

D-backs reliever and emergency closer David Hernandez was forced to leave the game in the eighth inning after being struck by a line drive. Though the injury was similar to that suffered by Jason Marquis, Hernandez is expected to be back in the lineup at the conclusion of the homestand on Wednesday.

The Ugly:

A fan interfered with a foul ball that was within Justin Upton’s reach. After the play, the fan, who was wearing a Padres hat, seemed to be taunting Upton. Pretty bold for a team with a 60-73 record and sitting in the basement of the NL West.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Corbin Carroll #7 of the Arizona Diamondbacks hits the ball during the first inning of the Spring T...
Alex Weiner

Five of the D-backs’ Cactus League standouts

Corbin Carroll and Gabriel Moreno were amongst the top performers for the Arizona Diamondbacks during Cactus League games.
16 hours ago
Kyle Lewis #1 of the Arizona Diamondbacks hits a home run during the first inning of the Spring Tra...
Alex Weiner

D-backs OF Kyle Lewis focused on hitting his marks in stout spring

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Kyle Lewis got off to a late start playing in spring training games, but he caught fire quickly. 
2 days ago
(D-backs Give Back photo)...
Wills Rice

D-backs raise $3.2 million for charity at Evening on the Diamond fundraiser

The Arizona Diamondbacks held their annual Evening on the Diamond Fundraiser on Saturday at Chase Field and raised $3.2 million for charity.
2 days ago
Ryne Nelson (Arizona Sports/Alex Weiner)...
Wills Rice

Report: Ryne Nelson wins D-backs’ No. 5 starting rotation spot, Jameson to bullpen

The D-backs will be moving forward with RHP Ryne Nelson as the team's No. 5 starter in the rotation, MLB.com's Steve Gilbert reported Sunday.
2 days ago
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Pavin Smith throws during an MLB spring training baseball practi...
Wills Rice

D-backs OF Pavin Smith, INF Emmanuel Rivera optioned to Triple-A Reno

The Arizona Diamondbacks announced Sunday that outfielder Pavin Smith and infielder Emmanuel Rivera were optioned to Triple-A Reno.
2 days ago
C Jose Herrera

With Carson Kelly beginning the season on the IL, Herrera has an opportunity for ad...
Alex Weiner

D-backs opt for familiarity with backup catcher Jose Herrera

Jose Herrera and P.J. Higgins were the two prime competitors for the Diamondbacks' backup catcher role after Carson Kelly's injury.
2 days ago
Inside the Box: Young HR wins it, fan interferes with Upton