Apr 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker celebrates with teammates after hitting a two run walk off home run in the tenth inning against the Los ...

With their second Day 1 pick of the 2025 MLB Draft, the Diamondbacks took Louisville right-handed pitcher Patrick Forbes No. 29 overall on Sunday.

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker saw his injury diagnosis as relatively good news, as far as oblique strains go.

Arizona Diamondbacks Christian Walker (53) reacts after hitting an RBI-single against the San Francisco Giants in the fourth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 25, 2024.

The Major League Baseball Draft begins on Sunday evening, and the Arizona Diamondbacks own two of the top 29 picks.

The Diamondbacks have a decision to make on first baseman Christian Walker, who can become a free agent this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker has continued to be linked to the New York Yankees this winter.

The Diamondbacks have three picks on the first day of baseball's draft, starting with the No. 18 overall selection.

The Diamondbacks have taken high school hitters in recent drafts. This year's crop is said to be loaded with them. The team has two first-round picks.

For the second straight year, the Diamondbacks will be busy early in the 2025 MLB Draft, as they have their own selection at No. 18, as well as the No. 29 pick as compensation for first baseman Christian Walker signing a free agent deal with the Astros last offseason.