Alek Thomas homers in return to majors and Merrill Kelly shines as Diamondbacks rip Brewers 9-1
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By STEVE MEGARGEE
AP Sports Writer
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Alek Thomas homered during Arizona’s six-run first inning against Corbin Burnes, Merrill Kelly continued his road dominance and the Diamondbacks rolled to a 9-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night. Kelly (9-3) moved into the NL lead for wins by striking out seven and allowing just three hits and one run in seven innings. Kelly has gone 6-0 with a 1.98 ERA in seven road starts since the beginning of the 2022 season.