After a disappointing 25-35 finish to the abbreviated 2020 season, the Arizona Diamondbacks are slotted for the No. 6 overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft.
The D-backs have built a deep farm system in large part due to their prowess in the draft over the past four years under general manager Mike Hazen. Arizona stuck with the pitching route in last year’s draft, as four of its five selections toed the rubber.
The 2021 class isn’t as deep compared to last year, but it’s filled with intriguing up-the-middle prep talent and solidified college hitters. Arizona can snag another talented prospect when June arrives, and here are five names that it could target early in the draft process.