PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ decision to designate outfielder Alek Thomas for assignment was as strategic as it was emotional, and general manager Mike Hazen explained why. The Diamondbacks fan base was stunned when the club announced the longtime center fielder had been DFA’d. While the move surprised some, others believed it made sense after … Continue reading D-Backs GM Mike Hazen explains why club went the DFA route with Alek Thomas