July 29, 2021 Although it has been a challenging season for the Arizona Diamondbacks, some of their young prospects, including outfielder Alek Thomas of the Amarillo Sod Poodles, give hope for the future. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images) PHOENIX – At just 21, Alek Thomas has already played in two MLB Futures Games. The Diamondbacks prospect is with the Double-A Amarillo Sod Poodles and, along with All Star Eduardo Escobar, was one of two representatives from the organization at this year’s All-Star festivities at Coors Field. After playing in the 2019 Futures Game, Thomas wasn’t expecting to get the opportunity to play in it again.