URGENT UPDATE: The Arizona Diamondbacks faced significant travel delays, arriving in Milwaukee just before 4 a.m. CDT Monday due to mechanical issues with their plane. The team was set to kick off a crucial four-game series against the Brewers but encountered brake problems, causing a major setback.
Manager Torey Lovullo confirmed the issues, stating, “We had to find another plane. It was like a five-hour window before another plane could pick us up.” Lovullo reached his hotel room around 4:30 a.m., leaving the team with only 14 hours to prepare for the night’s game.
The Diamondbacks’ travel complications follow their disappointing 6-1 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, adding to the urgency of this series. Lovullo praised the team’s director of travel, Roger Riley, for keeping everyone informed during the delay, emphasizing the importance of communication in these high-pressure situations.
Despite the setbacks, the team managed to make the best of their unexpected downtime. Reliever John Curtiss recently released an album of original songs, and Lovullo revealed that the Diamondbacks listened to the entire album while waiting. “We were shooting the breeze, doing things a team would do if you had a rain delay or a plane delay. We took advantage of it, for sure,” said Lovullo.
This series against the Brewers is vital for the Diamondbacks as they aim to improve their standing in the league. Fans are eager to see how the team’s resilience will play out on the field after such a tumultuous start to their trip.
As the Diamondbacks prepare to face the Brewers, all eyes will be on the team to see if they can shake off the travel woes and perform under pressure. The game is set to begin tonight, and the Diamondbacks will be looking for a strong comeback.
Stay tuned for further updates on the game and the team’s performance as they aim to turn the tide after a rocky start.
