Tyler Locklear is finally producing in the majors, but Seattle's crowded first-base picture made trading him the right baseball decision.

How the Diamondbacks' first baseman was able to come in hot this season.

The Arizona Diamondbacks beat the St. Louis Cardinals by a score of 10-6 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, on July 23, 2026.

Tyler Locklear is back in the major leagues after working his way back from injuries. This will be his second MLB stint for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks have yet to indicate whether they’ll be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline, but if they decide to add, reports have connected the Snakes to the market for a power-hitting first baseman. Jul 5, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras (40) runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.