"The Diamondbacks' acquisition of future Hall of Famer Nolan Arenado (alongside their decision not to trade Ketel Marte) pushed longtime top prospect Jordan Lawlar out of the club's infield mix, at least on paper. That's led to some questions about his role moving forward, but manager Torey Lovullo revealed to reporters (including Alex Weiner of AZ Sports) yesterday where the team hopes to play Lawlar going forward: center field."
"He played three games in center during the Dominican Winter League this offseason, but otherwise has spent his entire professional career on the dirt. His 98th percentile sprint speed in 2025 certainly suggests he has the wheels to handle the position, offering plenty of reason for optimism, but that lack of experience calls into question how effectively he'll be able to pick up the position on the fly."
The acquisition of Nolan Arenado and the decision not to trade Ketel Marte pushed Jordan Lawlar out of the Diamondbacks' infield mix. Manager Torey Lovullo announced plans to try Lawlar in center field, which would displace incumbent Alek Thomas and shift Thomas around the outfield amid injuries to Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Corbin Carroll. The center-field move depends on Lawlar proving himself in spring training after three center games in the Dominican Winter League and an otherwise infield career. A 98th-percentile sprint speed in 2025 indicates elite range potential, but limited experience and recent injury history create uncertainty about readiness and durability.
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