Scouting Report: Thomas Hatch

Summary

Alek Thomas, a 26-year-old former second-round pick and top prospect, was designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks and subsequently traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league outfielder Jose Requena. Thomas has struggled significantly at the MLB level despite elite defensive skills and speed. He was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City by the Dodgers, who plan to work with him on his swing mechanics. His career MLB line stands at .230/.273/.361 over nearly 1500 plate appearances, with a 42.5% chase rate (4th percentile). In 2026, he hit .181/.222/.340 in 28 games before the trade. The Dodgers view him as a reclamation project with legitimate defensive tools but significant offensive deficiencies.