Gallen Dominates, Pfaadt and Tawa Impress in Arizona Fall League
As the Arizona Diamondbacks look ahead to the offseason, several of the team's top prospects have been turning heads in the Arizona Fall League. Headlining the group is right-hander Zac Gallen, who continued his dominance at the minor league level.
Gallen, one of the Diamondbacks' top pitching prospects, made two starts in the Fall League, allowing just one run on five hits while striking out 13 batters over 9.2 innings of work. His impressive performance has only further cemented his status as a potential impact arm for the big league club in the near future.
Newcomers Pfaadt and Tawa Earn Praise
In addition to Gallen, a pair of Diamondbacks' newcomers have also turned heads in the Fall League. Right-hander Brandon Pfaadt, acquired in a trade earlier this year, has continued to show why he was one of the centerpieces of that deal. Pfaadt tossed 9.2 scoreless innings, striking out 13 batters and earning praise from scouts for his advanced arsenal and command.
Outfielder Tim Tawa, a recent draft pick, has also impressed with his play in the Fall League. Tawa has hit .324 with a .944 OPS, showcasing the combination of power and speed that made him an enticing prospect for the Diamondbacks.
Veteran Vargas Aims to Earn Roster Spot
While the young prospects have stolen the spotlight, veteran infielder Ildemaro Vargas is also hoping to earn a spot on the Diamondbacks' roster this offseason. Vargas, who has previous big league experience with the Diamondbacks, has hit .333 with a .932 OPS in the Fall League, looking to prove he can still contribute at the major league level.
TL;DR
- Top pitching prospect Zac Gallen has continued his dominant performance in the Arizona Fall League, further cementing his status as a future rotation piece for the Diamondbacks.
- Newcomers Brandon Pfaadt and Tim Tawa have also impressed in the Fall League, showcasing the depth of the Diamondbacks' farm system.
- Veteran infielder Ildemaro Vargas is looking to earn a roster spot with the Diamondbacks this offseason after a strong showing in the Fall League.