After an exciting home opener, the Arizona Diamondbacks had dropped the following two games against the Colorado Rockies. Let’s keep in mind that there is still plenty of baseball to play in the season. After all, we have just gotten started right? Disappointment aside, there have been some key factors that we have had the opportunity to find based on some additional in-depth game analysis. 

Mark Reynolds – Without jinxing the guy, he has been successful in getting some wood on
the bat. We will continue to write about his performance because we are
keeping an eye on him and hit support has been a factor in the past. After leading in strikeouts last year, it appears that he has made some improvements at the plate in include taking bad pitches. Thus far, Mark has displayed significant improvement in the Cactus League which appears to be carrying over into the regular season.

Felipe Lopez – Thank you, thank you, thank you. Felipe may be an awesome addition to the team as he begins the D-backs season at the plate with a lead off home run. Not too bad for the first D-backs at bat of the season. Lopez brings speed and power to the lead off spot reminiscent of some of the game’s greatest lead-off hitters. Liking the city where you play helps to take the edge off a bit and we are pleased that Felipe has expressed love for the city and the team. 

Stephen Drew – Do we really need to write anything here? Drew’s consistency and discipline has been insurmountable. Already contributing with solid performances in all three games, despite a couple losses, Drew continues to prove that he can be a franchise player in the days where they are few and far between. We are looking forward to another solid year from Drew as the D-backs battle the NL West and the National League.

Luis Gonzalez – So this may not make an impact on the field but will definately make an impact for the community and the organization. After Luis Gonzalez was spotted at Chase Field, dbacks.com released that he may be returning to the franchise in some sort of capacity. The World Series hero is admired throughout the community and by most D-backs fans. He is an all-around great guy and his passion for the game and the team would be an excellent addition to the organization.

These are only a few of the key players in the success of the Diamondbacks this season. It is going to be an excellent year for the team and we are looking forward to the matchup against the Dodgers. Several analysts have the Dodgers down for taking the NL West. This weekends’ games should be a pretty good indication of what is to come although we may get a better guage as the two play later in the season.