Diamondbacks Promote Top Prospect Jordan Lawlar

The Arizona Diamondbacks are promoting top prospect Jordan Lawlar from Triple-A Reno after he posted a .336/.413/.579 slash line with 15 doubles, six homers, and 13 stolen bases in 37 games. Lawlar, ranked as the No. 4 overall MLB prospect and Arizona's top talent, missed much of 2024 due to thumb and hamstring injuries but returned to show versatility at shortstop, second, and third base. The Diamondbacks, who are seeking a playoff push, plan to rotate Lawlar across multiple infield positions despite established players Ketel Marte, Geraldo Perdomo, and Eugenio Suárez. GM Mike Hazen clarified that Perdomo's recent extension was intended to strengthen the infield, not block Lawlar's path. Manager Torey Lovullo and analysts expect Lawlar's offensive and defensive skills to provide a significant boost. His promotion has also driven increased interest in his baseball cards, reflecting high expectations for his major league impact.