Designated Hitter for Diamondbacks in New York Start

Adrian Del Castillo is serving as the designated hitter and batting fifth for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday. The young catcher is being utilized in the DH role to keep his bat in the lineup while providing offensive depth. Del Castillo's development is a key storyline for the Diamondbacks this season, and his performance against the Mets' pitching staff will be a significant test as he looks to establish himself as a consistent major league contributor.