PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have yet to indicate whether they’ll be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline, but if they decide to add, reports have connected the Snakes to the market for a power-hitting first baseman.
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Jul 5, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras (40) runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Fans were especially quick to dream after Willson Contreras, who has been linked to the team as a potential fit, put on a show in the Home Run Derby on Monday night. A proven power bat like his is enticing, and Arizona could certainly use more production at first base. But the D-Backs may not have to look outside the organization to address the position.
Tyler Locklear could be the answer.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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