The style of play displayed by the Arizona Diamondbacks, under previous manager Chip Hale, was clear.
Hale’s approach was aggressive on the bases, but regarding pitchers, conservative and resigned. During his tenure, this dichotomy clashed and the Diamondbacks, from an offensive standpoint, represented a potent team. Conversely, Hale’s short hook, especially with starters, and his penchant for relievers assuming a role in which several could be called upon to pitch to one or two hitters, seem to choke any momentum the offense might generate.
Now with a new management team in place, the direction of the Diamondbacks, going forward, remains to be determined.