The Arizona Diamondbacks took a gamble, calling up No. 1 prospect Ryan Waldschmidt ahead of their three-game series with the New York Mets. But that gamble has already begun to pay off in the short-term.

Waldschmidt, who made his major league debut in a pinch-hit situation on Friday night, collected his first major league hit in front of his family and friends , on just the second major league pitch he saw.

But after an 0-for-3 game on Saturday, Waldschmidt put together his first truly high-quality game of his MLB career — and he was a critical piece of a much-needed win over the New York Mets in the Sunday finale to clinch a series win.

Through his first eight MLB plate appearances, he's hitting .375/.375/.500 . A good start, to be sure.

Diamondbacks Ryan Waldschmidt already getting results

May 10, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt reacts after hitting a two run double in the second inning against the New York Mets at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J.…