DBacks turn to Waldschmidt
May 9 2026
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Arizona Diamondbacks
NEWS: Arizona recalled OF Ryan Waldschmidt from the minors and designated OF Alek Thomas for assignment.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: The DBacks surprisingly DFAd one of their most recognizable players, removing Thomas from the 40-man roster after a fifth-straight below-average offensive campaign. This year has been worse than the rest as he’s slashed .181/.222/.340 (100 PA) with a career-low 52 wRC+. Underlying metrics suggested he would eventually turn it around, and I’d be surprised if another club doesn’t give him the chance to do so. The club saw more exciting outfielders in the minors, and will promote their #1 prospect Waldschmidt. The right-handed hitter was the 31st overall pick in 2024 and...
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