Jordan Lawlar Hits First Career Home Run Against Braves
Jordan Lawlar finally cleared the fence Thursday in Phoenix. The 23-year-old belted his first career home run against Atlanta.
How the homer unfolded
Lawlar attacked a first-pitch fastball from Braves right-hander Reynaldo Lopez. The ball traveled an estimated 424 feet to left-center. It landed roughly a dozen rows into the stands.
Context within the homestand
He was the second Diamondbacks youngster to reach that milestone during the opening homestand. Earlier, Jose Fernandez hit two homers in his big-league debut against the Detroit Tigers.
Lawlar’s path to the moment
Thursday marked Lawlar’s 48th major league game. The homer came in his 126th major league plate appearance.
He made his debut in September 2023 and battled injuries in 2024. His 2025 season began with an 0-for-31 stretch before he finished the year on an upswing.
Recent performance and role
Lawlar hit 11 home runs across 63 minor-league games in 2025. He added four homers during a strong Cactus League showing this spring.
He earned a spot on the Opening Day roster for the first time out of spring training. He took on a starting job in the outfield and has handled the position well.
Numbers entering Thursday
Heading into the game, Lawlar was hitting .313. He had recorded a double in his first five games of the season.
Broadcast note
The remainder of the Diamondbacks-Braves coverage airs on 98.7 and the Arizona Sports app. Filmogaz.com will continue to track developments.
