Eduardo Diaz

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #22 prospect in 2020
  TRACK RECORD: Diaz has been viewed as a toolsy, high-risk prospect in the Diamondbacks system for years, and there were concerns he could be stalling out after an injury-plagued 2018 season. But he came back in 2019 and performed well across both Class A levels, rekindling hope that the club still has an intriguing prospect on its hands.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Diaz's tools have never been in question. He is an above-average runner, thrower and defender who also shows the ability to hit and put a charge into balls. Diaz has a strong, athletic build and has always been an extremely aggressive player, but he continued to take steps toward refining his game. His approach has come a long way as he started looking to do damage but not longer at all costs, although he's still learning how to consistently tap into his above-average raw power.
  
  THE FUTURE: Diaz can stick in center field, so his bat will determine whether he's an everyday player or a fourth outfielder. He'll face his toughest test yet at Double-A in 2020.
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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #7 prospect in 2018
  Just like shortstop Jazz Chisholm, Diaz was signed in 2015 while the D-backs were in the penalty for exceeding their international spending limit on Cuban righthander Yoan Lopez in 2014. Diaz signed for just $10,000 but has quickly emerged as one of the system's most exciting position prospects. He jumped to Rookie-level Missoula in 2017 and delivered 30 extra-base hits in 57 games. Diaz is a toolsy player whom scouts and coaches feel has a chance to grow into a power-speed center fielder. Everything about his game is built on aggressiveness--whether it's at the plate, on the bases or in the outfield--and sometimes it works against him. He gets himself out too often, especially on the first pitch he sees, and he needs to learn to better manage his at-bats. He hunts fastballs but could stand to improve his breaking ball recognition, as well as use the whole field more. He's not a pure power hitter but has the juice in his swing to drive pitches. Diaz is a plus runner who gets good jumps and takes good routes in the outfield. His arm strength is above-average. He has a wiry strong build that might add another 15 pounds. Diaz is set for low Class A Kane County and his first taste of full-season ball in 2018.

Minor League Top Prospects

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  Ranked Pioneer League #11 prospect in 2017
  Diaz has been an under-the-radar prospect, but the native Venezuelan put his name on the map in his second pro year with a breakout season at Missoula. He's got plenty of tools and just needs more experience to refine his game, and he consistently plays hard and with a lot of energy. Diaz's improvement at the plate came when his direction got better and he was able to use the whole field. He hunts for and can crush fastballs but still struggles with offspeed pitches. His hand-eye coordination is so good that for now he gets away with the subpar pitch recognition, but improving his approach at the plate is his biggest need. He has a good swing with gap power and should grow into more over-the-fence pop with added strength. Diaz projects to be a plus center fielder, with above-average to plus speed and an above-average arm. He's a good baserunner who was successful on 11 of 13 stolen base opportunities.

• July, 2020 Scouting Report
  TRACK RECORD: Diaz has been viewed as a toolsy, high-risk prospect in the Diamondbacks system for years, and there were concerns he could be stalling out after an injury-plagued 2018 season. But he came back in 2019 and performed well across both Class A levels, rekindling hope that the club still has an intriguing prospect on its hands.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Diaz’s tools have never been in question. He is an above-average runner, thrower and defender who also shows the ability to hit and put a charge into balls. Diaz has a strong, athletic build and has always been an extremely aggressive player, but he continued to take steps toward refining his game. His approach has come a long way as he started looking to do damage but not longer at all costs, although he’s still learning how to consistently tap into his above-average raw power.
  
  THE FUTURE: Diaz can stick in center field, so his bat will determine whether he’s an everyday player or a fourth outfielder. He’ll face his toughest test yet at Double-A in 2020.
• February, 2020 Scouting Report
  TRACK RECORD: Diaz has been viewed as a toolsy, high-risk prospect in the Diamondbacks system for years, and there were concerns he could be stalling out after an injury-plagued 2018 season. But he came back in 2019 and performed well across both Class A levels, rekindling hope that the club still has an intriguing prospect on its hands.
  
  SCOUTING REPORT: Diaz's tools have never been in question. He is an above-average runner, thrower and defender who also shows the ability to hit and put a charge into balls. Diaz has a strong, athletic build and has always been an extremely aggressive player, but he continued to take steps toward refining his game. His approach has come a long way as he started looking to do damage but not longer at all costs, although he's still learning how to consistently tap into his above-average raw power.
  
  THE FUTURE: Diaz can stick in center field, so his bat will determine whether he's an everyday player or a fourth outfielder. He'll face his toughest test yet at Double-A in 2020.