The Arizona Diamondbacks needed a win, and they snapped their three-game losing streak with a tough-fought 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night.

Right-hander Merrill Kelly put forward an excellent start, and a two-run knock by Ildemaro Vargas was all the D-backs offense would need to maintain a lead.

The Diamondbacks had not only lost three straight, but had dropped seven of their last 10 games. With the win, they improve to 18-20.

D-backs' Merrill Kelly has excellent start vs Mets

May 3, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly (29) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images | Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

No one needed a bounce-back more than Kelly. The veteran right-hander came into the game with an ERA just under 10.00, and had been blown up in three of his previous starts.…