D-backs' Jordan Lawlar Hits First Career Major League Home Run

The former top prospect's milestone blast helps Arizona in win over Braves.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 2:34am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fractured, multi-angled motion of a baseball player swinging a bat, with bright red, orange, and yellow planes representing the explosive energy of the home run swing.Lawlar's milestone first career home run highlights his growing power and potential as a key part of the Diamondbacks' lineup.Phoenix Today

During the third inning of the Arizona Diamondbacks' Thursday night matchup with the Atlanta Braves, highly touted outfielder Jordan Lawlar hit his first career major league home run, a 424-foot shot to left-center field off Braves starter Reynaldo Lopez.

Why it matters

Lawlar has been a top prospect in the Diamondbacks' system, but has battled injuries and struggled to fully adjust to major league pitching. This milestone home run is a sign that the 24-year-old may be breaking out in the 2026 season, which would be a huge boost for Arizona's lineup.

The details

Lawlar's first career homer came on a 94 mph fastball from Lopez, which he crushed at 105.5 mph. The ball traveled an estimated 424 feet, a no-doubter that cleared the wall in left-center field. Lawlar has shown flashes of his power potential in the past, but has had trouble against same-handed pitching and off-speed offerings. However, he's off to a hot start in 2026, hitting .353/.389/.588 so far this season after a strong spring training performance.

  • Lawlar hit the home run in the third inning of the Diamondbacks' game against the Braves on April 3, 2026.

The players

Jordan Lawlar

A 24-year-old outfielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks who was formerly the top prospect in the organization.

Reynaldo Lopez

The starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves who gave up Lawlar's first career home run.

Torey Lovullo

The manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks who has praised Lawlar's progress and potential this spring.

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What they’re saying

“We want [Lawlar] to continue to control the zone, have good plate coverage, have awareness on the outer half, check off of spin that isn't there. We've seen that in spurts at different times, and we know what he's capable of doing.”

— Torey Lovullo, Manager, Arizona Diamondbacks

What’s next

Lawlar and the Diamondbacks will look to build on this milestone performance as they continue their series against the Braves this weekend.

The takeaway

Lawlar's first career home run is a significant step forward for the young outfielder, who has the potential to be a key part of Arizona's lineup if he can continue his hot start to the 2026 season. The Diamondbacks are hopeful this is just the first of many big moments for their former top prospect.