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Arizona Diamondbacks Complex League Coach Dylan Olsonawski (18) talks to Michael McDermott from D-backs Under Review at Salt River Fields during the Arizona Fall League.

Inside D-backs Pitching Development with Dylan Olsonawski in the Arizona Fall League

Diamondbacks Arizona Complex League pitching coach Dylan Olsonawski is getting a quality opportunity in the Arizona Fall League.

Arizona Diamondbacks prospect David Hagaman (34) talks to Michael McDermott of D-backs Under Review at Salt River Fields.

D-backs AFL Mailbag: Hagaman's Upside, Hurley's Breakout

For the first time ever, D-backs Under Review is doing a mailbag from X.

Arizona Fall League Midpoint: Jack Hurley’s Breakout, David Hagaman’s Velocity Dip, and Kyle Amendt’s Quiet Dominance

Here are some of the main takeaways from the third week of Arizona Fall League action.

Jack Hurley Discusses Monster Game in Arizona Fall League

On Thursday, Hurley broke out with a monster performance. He flirted with the cycle, finishing the game 4-for-5 with a double, triple, and two home runs.

Jansel Luis Adjusting Approach in Arizona Fall League

So far in the fall, Luis has started 12 of Salt River's 14 games. Following a 2-for-4 performance, he's batting .250 with two doubles and a .621 OPS in 55 plate appearances.

Dylan Olsonawski’s Rise in D-backs Pitching Development

Olsonawski joined the D-backs following the 2021 season and transitioned into coaching in 2024. In his short time in the organization, he's played a critical role in how they develop pitching.

Four Key Takeaways From Week 2 of the Arizona Fall League for D-backs Prospects

Here are four important takeaways from the D-backs prospect contingent in the Arizona Fall League.

Kyle Amendt Shows Mental Toughness in AFL Bounce-Back Outing

A key trait necessary for a reliever to succeed at the major league level is flushing a bad game and bouncing back next time out.

Tyler Mark’s Coaching Journey Strengthens D-backs Pitching Pipeline

Tyler Mark has spent five seasons as a coach in the D-backs system.

Yordin Chalas Developing Into Future D-backs Reliever

Yordin Chalas is one of many bullpen arms that popped up in the lower parts of the Diamondbacks system in 2024.

David Hagaman Reflects on Hectic 2025 Season

The 2025 season will be a crazy one for Diamondbacks pitching prospect David Hagaman.

Drey Jameson and Kyle Amendt Rebound as Rafters Beat Glendale

Here are my takeaways from Tuesday's performance from the D-backs' Arizona Fall League contingent of players.

Diamondbacks Prospects

Early Standouts for D-backs Prospects in Arizona Fall League Week 1

I covered three of Salt River's four games in the first week and got a good look at most of their prospects.

Diamondbacks Analysis

Should the D-backs Trade for Sandy Alcántara?

The Diamondbacks have a clear mandate to improve their starting rotation this offseason. One pitcher that could be available on the trade market is the Marlins' Sandy Alcántara.

Diamondbacks Opinions

D-backs Face Tight Payroll as Merrill Kelly Reunion Looms

If Mike Hazen turns to free agency to address the starting rotation, a Merrill Kelly reunion makes the most sense.

Diamondbacks Prospects

Kenny Castillo’s AFL Opportunity Could Define His Diamondbacks Future

Kenny Castillo is a name that, until about a week or two ago, most Diamondbacks fans had likely never heard of.

Diamondbacks Prospects

David Hagaman Leads Big Day for D-backs Prospects in Arizona Fall League

In a rain-soaked day, David Hagaman and three D-backs hitter prospects all shined in a Rafters 10-9 loss.

Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Jansel Luis (left) with Salt River Pitching Coach Tyler Mark (right) at Scottsdale Stadium.

Diamondbacks Prospects

Jansel Luis Expands His Game in Arizona Fall League

Luis is coming off a strong season, in which he batted .304 with 21 doubles, seven triples, five home runs, and a 106 wRC+ in 102 games.

Diamondbacks Prospects

Jack Hurley Eyes Fresh Start in Arizona Fall League

With only 68 Double-A games under his belt, the Diamondbacks sent Hurley to the Arizona Fall League.

Diamondbacks Prospects

Drey Jameson Lights Up the Gun in First AFL Outing

Drey Jameson made his first appearance in the Fall League. In what amounts to a rehab assignment, the hard-throwing right-hander had his top velocity.