The Diamondbacks face off against NL West rival Los Angeles Dodgers at Camelback Ranch today. Prior to the game, the team announced a slew of roster moves, covered here by Inside the Diamondbacks’ Jack Sommers.

Lovullo addressed the media ahead of their matchup today, and commented on some of the decisions made.

SS Jordan Lawlar

The most notable move was the decision to send top shortstop prospect Jordan Lawlar down to Triple-A Reno. Lovullo said it was a difficult decision, but that it was best for the young infielder’s development.

“That was a tough send-down, but the way the team was coming together, it was showing up that if he stayed here he wasn’t going to play but once or twice a week, and he’s too good to do that. He still has some developing to do.”

Lovullo echoed the sentiment that general manager Mike Hazen expressed weeks ago, that Lawlar is “too good not to play every day.” With that being the case, it made the most sense to send Lawlar back to the minors for now