Could Jordan Lawlar Be the Diamondbacks’ Next Superstar? Triple-A Sensation’s Rapid Rise Sparks Excitement

Monday brought a fresh surge of hope for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they welcomed their highly touted prospect Jordan Lawlar back to the big league stage. In the heat of a tight National League West scramble, the D-backs didn’t just stop there—they also reinstated reliever Kendall Graveman, who’s been sidelined all season with a nagging lumbar strain. With a solid 21-20 record, Arizona’s looking to shake things up and climb the divisional ladder.

Lawlar, a versatile 22-year-old dynamo, is no stranger to juggling duties—he’s expected to slot in at second, shortstop, and third base, having ripped through Triple-A Reno with a .336 average, sprinkled with six homers, 31 RBIs, and 13 stolen bases. Though his 2023 big league cameo was brief, it showed flashes of the potential that first grabbed scouts’ attention when he was selected sixth overall back in 2021. Injuries may have slowed him down last season, but the Diamondbacks are clearly banking on his rebound to fuel their charging effort. Meanwhile, roster moves mean the departure of infielder Garrett Hampson and reliever José Castillo to make room for this shakeup.

The stakes couldn’t be higher with the Dodgers, Padres, and Giants just ahead in the standings. With fresh legs and new energy, the D-backs are ready to throw their hat into the ring once more, hoping Lawlar’s multi-positional skills and Graveman’s veteran presence can ignite a run that sends a message through the NL West. This season’s narrative is far from written, and Arizona’s small moves might just be the catalyst that tips the scales.

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SAN FRANCISCO — The Arizona Diamondbacks called up top prospect Jordan Lawlar on Monday as they fight for position in the National League West division.

The D-backs also reinstated reliever Kendall Graveman to the active roster. The veteran right-hander hasn’t pitched this season because of a strained right lumbar.

The 22-year-old Lawlar likely will play a variety of positions for Arizona, including second base, shortstop and third. He was hitting .336 with six homers, 31 RBIs and 13 stolen bases at Triple-A Reno.

The Diamondbacks had a 21-20 record entering Monday’s game in San Francisco, which was fourth in NL West behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Giants.

Lawlar played in the big leagues briefly in 2023, helping the Diamondbacks in a limited role during their surprise run to the World Series. He hit .129 in 31 at-bats.

The No. 6 overall pick in the 2021 amateur draft missed much of last season with injuries.

To make room on the roster, the D-backs designated infielder Garrett Hampson and reliever José Castillo for assignment.