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The first batter, Wells, entered the scene with a mixed performance so far that day but came to the plate with confidence, knowing he had hit eight home runs this season. Diaz threw a swift fastball clocked at 97 mph, signaling that he was geared up for the challenge. Wells initially fouled off a slider, setting a tense tone for the at-bat. Eventually, the count went full, but Diaz's determination showed; he struck out Wells with a back foot slider that caught him off guard.