Only one game into his tenure with the Arizona Diamondbacks, right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka has drawn comparisons to franchise legend Randy Johnson. In his debut, Soroka set a franchise record by striking out 10 batters in five innings during a 9-6 victory over the Detroit Tigers, surpassing Johnson’s previous mark for a first start. He finished the game with a shutout, allowing just four hits and one walk. With a 0.00 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP, Soroka has set a high standard for his 2026 season.
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