Tommy Pham had a chance to make World Series history Saturday night. In Game 2 of the series, the Diamondbacks’ designated hitter went 4-for-4 with two doubles. He had an opportunity to go 5-for-5, something no player has ever done in the Fall Classic.
However, with Arizona leading 7–1 in the top of the ninth inning, Pham opted to give up his at-bat for pinch-hitter Jace Peterson so that he could get his first plate appearance in the World Series.
At the time, some fans were upset with manager Torey Lovullo for taking Pham out of the game when he had a chance at World Series history. But Pham clarified afterward on social media that he decided to let Peterson bat for him.
