D-backs see big TV ratings for Opening Day game

Apr 5, 2016, 5:15 PM

Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder David Peralta (6) is greeted at the dugout after scoring on an RBI base hit by teammate Zack Greinke during the second inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

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BY ARIZONA SPORTS

It was believed that following a busy offseason, interest in the Arizona Diamondbacks was as high as it has been in recent years.

If the Opening Day numbers are any indication, that is exactly the case.

The game, which Arizona lost to the Colorado Rockies 10-5, was announced as a sellout, and according to FOX Sports Arizona earned a 4.5 rating (81,117 households) in Phoenix, with its peak being a 6.9 rating (124,379 households). The numbers represent a 32 percent increase over last season’s Opening Day broadcast.

The Diamondbacks hope to get themselves into the win column for the first time this season when Shelby Miller takes the mound for the second game against the Rockies Tuesday night. First pitch will be at 6:40 p.m. and the game can be heard on KTAR News 92.3 FM and seen on FOX Sports Arizona Plus.

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Fans arrive at Chase Field prior to an opening day baseball game between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jorge De La Rosa (29) throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

The Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks line up during the National Anthem prior to a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

The Colorado Rockies line up during the National Anthem prior to a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald throws out the ceremonial first pitch prior to a baseball game between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks' Zack Greinke (21) swings for an RBI base hit against the Colorado Rockies during the second inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story charges an RBI base hit as Arizona Diamondbacks' Zack Greinke runs to first during the second inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder David Peralta (6) is greeted at the dugout after scoring on an RBI base hit by teammate Zack Greinke during the second inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (27) is greeted in the dugout after hitting his first career home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (27) high fives teammate Jorge De La Rosa (29) after hitting his first career home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies right fielder Carlos Gonzalez (5) crosses the plate after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) adjusts his cap after giving up a home run against the Colorado Rockies during the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (27) high fives teammate Carlos Gonzalez (5) after hitting his second career home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) reacts to giving up a home run against the Colorado Rockies during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks Jean Segura (2) scores on a base hit by Yasmany Tomas during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jorge De La Rosa (29) is pulled from the game by manager Walt Weiss (22) during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks Yasmany Tomas (24) runs after hitting a two-RBI single against the Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning of a baseball game Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Owings (16) scores on a base hit by Yasmany Tomas during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta (6) flips his bat after striking out with the bases loaded during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Arizona Diamondbacks' Jake Lamb (22) high-fives David Peralta (6) after hitting a solo home run against the Colorado Rockies during the fourth inning of a baseball game Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jorge De La Rosa (29) adjusts his cap after loading the bases during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

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