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Jake Oliver

Jake Oliver

Joined: Aug 2, 2023

Jake Oliver is a Baseball Reporter for Arizona Diamondbacks ON SI. His passion is statistics along with all things MLB. Jake used to be the site expert for Venom Strikes. Be sure to follow him for Diamondbacks updates, Dbacks breaking news, Star Wars love, and more on Twitter @DarthDbacks

Oct 6, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar (10) fields a ball during the NLDS workouts at Dodgers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 1 Jordan Lawlar

The No.1 prospect had an injury-plagued season but performed when healthy and played in the Dominican Winter League

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Gino Groover gives an interview during the Arizona Fall League media day at Scottsdale Stadium on Oct. 4, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 3 Gino Groover

The third baseman had a breakout second half and Arizona Fall League and now has a lofty goal for 2025 after reaching Double-A

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Jun 8, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) steals third base during the seventh inning against the Oregon State Beavers at Kentucky Proud Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 4 Ryan Waldschmidt

Waldschmidt has a chance to be an impact player in the D-backs system next year in his first full professional season

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James Templeton prepares the infield
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 5 Demetrio Crisantes

The breakout star of the system has set himself lofty aspirations and the chance to be a future impact player in MLB

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Visalia Rawhide's Druw Jones rounds third Tuesday, April 11, 2023 against the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. 0411 Bb Rc Rawhide 7656t
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 7 Druw Jones

The star prospect outfielder had a successful year as he stayed healthy, made the Future's Game, and performed well

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Second baseman, Tommy Troy warms up for batting practice during the Arizona Fall League media day at Scottsdale Stadium on Oct. 4, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 8 Tommy Troy

Troy overcame a slow start and injuries to finish strong in High-A and then the Arizona Fall League with high hopes for the future

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Aug 9, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Adrian Del Castillo (25) reacts after hitting a walk off solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the ninth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No.11 Adrian Del Castillo

The power-hitting catcher had a memorable 2024 with his MLB debut along with winning the Pacific Coast League MVP in 2024

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Arizona Diamondbacks Cristian Mena during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on Feb. 21, 2024.
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 12 Cristian Mena

The starting pitcher had a successful first season in the D-backs organization and made his MLB debut before succumbing to injury

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Aug 20, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll (7) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 Player Review: Corbin Carroll

The star outfielder had a slow and scary start to 2024 but finished with a flourish with plenty of contact and power

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Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Dylan Ray throws a pitch for the Salt River Rafters against the Scottsdale Scorpions in Arizona Fall League action October 9, 2024
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No.15 Dylan Ray

The starting pitcher finished healthy, pitched in the Arizona Fall League, and set up for a big 2025 season

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Apr 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker celebrates with teammates after hitting a two run walk off home run in the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 Player Review: Christian Walker

The star first baseman had another strong year as he won his third Gold Glove in a row in 2024

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Jun 30, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Mississippi St. Bulldogs pitcher Landon Sims (23) pitches against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the eighth inning at TD Ameritrade Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images
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D-backs Top 40 Prospects in 2024: No. 18 Landon Sims

The reliever had a major year out of the bullpen and showcased his future closer ability and has the chance to debut in MLB next year

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