Jordan Lawlar joins Diamondbacks roster with uncertain playing time ahead
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The
Arizona Diamondbacks
are calling up their top prospect,
Jordan Lawlar
, to the major league level as the 22-year-old shortstop climbs the ranks in his career. The team in the hunt for a National League Wild Card is getting a versatile infielder at a good time. But how much he will be a part of the starting 11 is, of course, still up for debate.
Jordan Lawlar's journey to the Major League Baseball
A sixth overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, Lawlar has been among the best in the Diamondbacks' farm system. While injuries limited his playing time in 2024, he showed flashes of his potential by excelling in Triple-A Reno, where he hit 354 with six homers and 30 RBIs. Those sparkling numbers placed him on the Baseball America Top 10 list of minor league prospects.
One of Lawlar's strongest aspects has been the versatility he has developed. Mostly a shortstop, the D'backs have given him some looks at second base and third base to give him some versatility. This versatility could come in handy as the team figures out its square pegs in the infield.
Navigating playing time and development for Jordan Lawlar
The Diamondbacks team is cognizant of finding the right balance between developing Lawlar and aiding their current squad. 'We've got to give him regular at-bats,' general manager Mike Hazen said, indicating a utility role with sporadic at-bats might not be best for his development. In that sense, Lawlar might be available for the team to find the best way to get him into the lineup.
The Lawlar addition also saw other corresponding moves made, adding up to roster space being made available, including the designation for assignment of veteran shortstop Nick Ahmed. This is the latest sign that the organization is ready to mix its young players into the team as it hopes to make a push for the playoffs.
The Diamondbacks are hitting a critical stretch of the season, and it will be interesting to see Lawlar's performance and his versatility. Something that may prove just crucial for the team as they embark upon the final stretch.
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