Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo’s lineup on Thursday night reflected the reality of his team’s situation. With 12 losses in the previous 13 games, the Diamondbacks are creating opportunities for their young players to develop and show they deserve a place in the club’s plans for the future.
With veterans Ketel Marte and Eduardo Escobar getting the night off, the Diamondbacks had youngsters Daulton Varsho, Andy Young and Josh Rojas together in the lineup against Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw.
Lovullo seemed to try to avoid spelling out the facts of the matter – his team entered the day 14-23, its playoff chances at just 3.