Former South Carolina star Christian Walker was called up by the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday and is with the team for Sunday's game at St. Louis.
Walker hit .309 with 32 home runs and 114 RBIs for the Reno Aces last season before being called up to the Diamondbacks in September.
He was named the PCL Most Valuable Player last season and told The State he is thankful to have an opportunity to return to the major leagues.
"Extremely excited for my chance to earn my role on this team," Walker said. "However the team needs me, I'll be ready.