D-backs' Affiliates Swept as Druw Jones Showcases Defense

High-A: Hillsboro Hops 7, Eugene Emeralds 9

Nine of the 16 total runs scored in this game came in the first inning, as both starters were knocked around early. A costly error from Jansel Luis led to an eventual grand slam off starter Daniel Nunez. Nunez completed just four innings, surrendering five runs on five hits, two walks and the error.

The Hops responded quickly with three of their own. No. 7 prospect Druw Jones walked, and No. 5 prospect Demetrio Crisantes knocked him in with his eighth double of the season. A walk, wild pitch and single followed.

Though Hillsboro would tack on a run in the sixth and seventh, it wasn't enough to keep pace, as the Emeralds scored four runs off Eli Saul and Alexis Liebano.

Crisantes, Luis and No. 4 prospect Ryan Waldschmidt all finished 1-for-4. Infielder Ben McLaughlin went 3-for-3 with a walk, double and homer. But the highlight of the game was an impressive leaping snag in center field by Jones, robbing a homer.

Low-A: Visalia Rawhide 0, Rancho Cucamonga Quakes 3

The D-backs' low-A affiliate was shut out by Los Angeles Dodgers affiliate Rancho Cucamonga, despite a very solid day for Visalia's pitching staff. Right-hander Denny Larrondo tossed five strong innings, allowing two runs on just two base hits and two walks.

Larrondo punched out an impressive eight batters, but was ultimately given the loss. Deyer Zapata went three scoreless innings in relief with a trio of punchouts to finish the contest.

It was a tough day for the Rawhide hitters, mustering just four base hits and no runs. The club was 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position, and their only extra-base hit came in the form of a double off the bat of Abdias De La Cruz.