FUTURE FOCUS: Diamondbacks’ Pick 15 POTENTIAL—Will Mike Hazen DELIVER a Franchise-Altering Move?

from Locked On Diamondbacks - Daily Podcast On The Arizona Diamondbacks · host Locked On Diamondbacks, George Lund

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Arizona Diamondbacks’ MLB Draft strategy could shape their future as they weigh athletic upside against immediate pitching needs. Will GM Mike Hazen stick with his philosophy of selecting the best player available, even if it means another toolsy outfielder like Trevor Condon or AJ Garcia—both projected fits for Arizona’s style—or gamble on high-upside high school arm Gio Rojas? George Lund breaks down Hazen’s draft trends, bonus pool maneuvering at picks 15 and 31, and the test facing the Diamondbacks after a brutal 10-4 loss to the Padres. Discussion highlights include Arizona’s farm system outlook, lack of first-base production, Corbin Carroll’s recent slump, and what the team must do at the trade deadline to stay competitive. With the All-Star break looming and tough matchups ahead, is the 2024 season slipping away, or can smart draft moves and key acquisitions reignite Arizona’s postseason push?