NL West: Will Jordan Lawlar get an opportunity?

Arizona Diamondbacks

Twenty-two-year-old Diamondbacks SS Jordan Lawlar is the #7 overall prospect in the annual HQ100 prospects list. He missed much of the 2024 season with thumb and hamstring injuries but performed well (.318/.417/.899 with 2 HR and 6 SB in 85 AB) when healthy across three minor league levels. He appeared in 10 games at SS and 4 games at 3B during 2024. He has 896 minor league ABs, but only 116 at the Triple-A level. The Diamondbacks likely view him as their future everyday SS, but it is unclear where he will start the season and how much of an opportunity he will get.

SS Geraldo Perdomo (.273/.344/.374 with 9 SB in 388 PA in 2024) is expected to begin the season as the starting SS. While he doesn’t have much power (14...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

With teams still putting rosters together, each of the NL West teams (even the Dodgers), has some work to do. What are next steps each team might take?
Jan 29 2026 3:06am
What does the acquisition of Luisangel Acuña mean for the outfield picture in Chicago? Plus, a look at DET SS options, the catcher situation in KC, and the CLE and MIN rotations.
Jan 26 2026 3:03am
Ben Williamson is currently the projected third baseman for the Mariners, but a shakeup may be needed.
Jan 20 2026 3:01am
Chicago signed Bregman to a 5-year/$175 million deal, how does it impact their roster?
Jan 15 2026 3:09am
Coby Mayo (pictured) and Ryan Mountcastle have been squeezed from regular reps in BAL, while Triston Casas is in a similar spot in BOS; plus, more offseason fallout from the AL East.
Jan 13 2026 3:01am

Tools