The Arizona Diamondbacks are grasping for straws in an attempt to hang on to their slim one-and-a-half-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West. After the Dodgers hauled in Manny Ramirez, the D-Backs answered with … Adam Dunn?

I’m sure you’ve heard all the details already about the acquisition of Dunn and what Arizona sent to the Cincinnati Reds. Sure, Dunn is one of the top home run hitters in the game this season. However, look at this from another angle.

The Diamondbacks are struggling with offensive production in the outfield. Outside of Connor Jackson, who has split time between the outfield and first base this season, no other Diamondbacks outfielder is batting over .242. Now – add Dunn into the mix, who is hitting a sultry .233. Doesn’t make much sense, does it?

It’s only a matter of time before the Dodgers catch and pass Arizona, who is almost guaranteed to look foolish for making this move. Good thing for the Diamondbacks they didn’t give up much in the deal.

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