The Arizona Diamondbacks made a significant roster move on Wednesday, recalling right-hander Cristian Mena to make his major league debut against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This move comes as the Diamondbacks look to shake things up and inject some fresh talent into their pitching rotation.
Mena, a 21-year-old prospect, has been impressive in the minor leagues this season, posting a 3-2 record with a 4.90 ERA over 16 starts at Triple-A Reno. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox in February, Mena has shown promise as a young pitcher with a bright future ahead of him.
In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks optioned right-hander Gavin Hollowell to Triple-A Reno. Hollowell, 26, had been added to the Diamondbacks’ roster just one day prior but did not see any action against the Dodgers. With a 6.20 ERA in 32 relief appearances with the Colorado Rockies over the past two seasons, Hollowell will look to refine his skills and work his way back to the major leagues.
Mena’s debut comes at a crucial time for the Diamondbacks, as they recently placed left-hander Jordan Montgomery on the injured list with right knee inflammation. Mena will be stepping into Montgomery’s spot in the rotation and will have the opportunity to prove himself at the highest level of competition.
Arizona manager Torey Lovullo expressed confidence in Mena’s abilities, stating, “If that does come up, he deserves the opportunity.” The Diamondbacks are hopeful that Mena can provide a spark to their struggling pitching staff and help lead the team to success in the second half of the season.
As Mena takes the mound for his major league debut, Diamondbacks fans will be watching closely to see how the young pitcher performs under the bright lights of the big leagues. With his talent and potential, Mena has the opportunity to make a significant impact and establish himself as a key player for the Diamondbacks moving forward.
