Is it time to the Arizona Diamondbacks seriously in the National League West? Before the 2016 season started, the Snakes were a trendy pick to make the playoffs.
But, A.J. Pollock got injured before Opening Day, and injuries and underperformance ultimately led to a 69 win season. Former manager Chip Hale and former general manager Dave Stewart were fired, and a new regime led by general manager Mike Hazen and manager Torey Lovullo brought a mix of analytics and traditional baseball scouting.
This team might have almost the same personal, but the new additions are paying off and the mindset seems different.