Dodgers Land Alek Thomas in Trade With Diamondbacks
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired outfielder Alek Thomas in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team announced on Tuesday. In exchange for Thomas, the Diamondbacks received outfielder Jose Requena. Apr 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Alek Thomas celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the fifth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Chase Field.
Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Dodgers designated outfielder Michael Siani for assignment to make room for Thomas on the 40-man roster. Los Angeles claimed Siani off waivers from the New York Yankees on Feb.
3 but he never played in an MLB game with the Dodgers. What Does Thomas Bring to the Dodgers? Thomas, who turned 26 on April 28, is in the fifth MLB season of his career.
He has spent his entire career with the Diamondbacks organization after the franchise drafted him in the second round of the 2018 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut in 2022 and played in at least 113 games in three of his first four seasons. Thomas was limited to 39 games in 2024 as he dealt with a left hamstring strain.
The 2025 season was the strongest of Thomas’ career so far. He slashed . 249/.