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The Arizona Diamondbacks made a roster move on Friday. Switch-hitting outfielder Jorge Barrosa was recalled from Triple-A Reno to replace center fielder Alek Thomas, who is headed to the bereavement list due to the passing of his grandmother.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / July 11

Royals Listed As Possible Fit For $252K Diamondbacks Outfielder

The Kansas City Royals have been performing much better as of late. After falling to 42-48 on the season, the Royals have won four consecutive games and are now in second place in the American League Central.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 8

Diamondbacks’ Alek Thomas makes absolutely insane catch vs. Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks needed something special on Monday night, and Alek Thomas delivered it in jaw-dropping fashion. With a must-win game against the San Diego Padres hanging in the balance, the Arizona center fielder made an insane catch that not only sealed a 6-3 win but may have reignited their push in the tight Wild Card race.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

D-backs end 4-game skid with late rally against Giants

Alek Thomas had three hits and scored twice, including the go-ahead run on a Geraldo Perdomo single in the seventh inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Francisco Giants 4-2 in the opener of a four-game series on Monday in Phoenix.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 24

Alek Thomas' bat, glove help D-backs down White Sox

Alek Thomas hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the seventh inning, Ketel Marte homered and six pitchers combined on a three-hitter to lift the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks to a 4-1 win against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 28

D-backs Could Look at Former All-Star to Address Center Field Issues

The Diamondbacks are in a sticky situation with their center field play. Coming into the 2025 season, they were hoping that one of Alek Thomas or Jake McCarthy would hold down the position.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 15

Can Alek Thomas Lock Down the D-backs’ Center Field Job in 2025?

Alek Thomas has been given a runway to take over the center field position for the Diamondbacks. On the surface, it appears he's making good on that opportunity.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Last Word On Sports / April 21

Alek Thomas Putting on a Show

Arizona Diamondbacks’ Alek Thomas is putting on a show so far this 2025 season. With both his offensive and defensive skills on display, he has everyone believing he can be the highly regarded player coming out of the 2018 MLB draft.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 14

The D-backs Late-Game Secret Weapon: Alek Thomas

It's been a terrific stretch of play to have witnessed from Arizona Diamondbacks centerfielder Alek Thomas. He's putting on the show at the plate that prospect evaluators, fans, and the D-backs have known all along he was capable of doing.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / March 18

Arizona Diamondbacks’ outfield dilemma, who gets the start?

One of the biggest questions the Arizona Diamondbacks have for the 2025 season, is who gets the start at center field. The position seems to be gauged by performance and matchup based research.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 13

Is Alek Thomas Primed for a Bounce-Back Year in 2025?

Continuing the series of Arizona Diamondbacks player reviews, Alek Thomas is next. The projection below is a composite of ZiPS and Steamer projections, prorated to Jack Sommers' playing time projection.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 2

Which Diamondbacks Centerfielder Has the Highest Trade Value?

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of trying to build their team back into a pennant contender. They missed the playoffs in 2024 by just one game in agonizing fashion, despite winning 89 games.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Former top prospect among D-backs outfielders drawing trade interest

The D-backs are no stranger to dealing from their perennial outfield depth, and GM Mike Hazen says his stock of center fielders is again drawing interest.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 18

Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 Player Review: Alek Thomas

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 27

Diamondbacks recall Alek Thomas, activate Ryne Nelson ahead of final series

As they prepare for their final series of the season against the San Diego Padres at Chase Field this weekend, the Arizona Diamondbacks have recalled outfielder Alek Thomas from Triple-A Reno.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27

Diamondbacks activate RHP from injured list

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / June 19, 2024

Diamondbacks pause Alek Thomas’ rehab, club 'optimistic' he’ll play this week

Alek Thomas was set to begin a slate of rehab games with the Diamondbacks’ Triple-A affiliate. Thomas was not in the lineup and did not play in Reno’s 3-2 loss to Salt Lake.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / April 21, 2024

Alek Thomas Nears Return to Diamondbacks After Injury Setback

Just four games into the 2024 season, Alek Thomas was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a strained left hamstring. Nearly 20 days later, Thomas is on the brink of a comeback.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1, 2024

Diamondbacks place young OF on injured list

Outfielder Jorge Barrosa was recalled in a corresponding move and will be making his major-league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 16, 2024

Diamondbacks 2024 Player Projections: Alek Thomas

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 26, 2023

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / October 20, 2023

Watch: Alek Thomas ties Game 4 with home run into pool

Alek Thomas was hitless in the National League Championship Series. His first one went into the pool. With Lourdes Gurriel on second base in the eighth inning, Thomas pinch-hit for Emmanuel Rivera, and launched a home run to right field to tie Game 4, 5-5.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / February 20, 2023

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