Paul Goldschmidt (2011-present)
Already one of the top players in the history of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Paul Goldschmidt has a chance to become the best player in team history.
He already has quite the start to his career. A five time All Star, Goldschmidt has finished second in the MVP vote twice, although he may well land that coveted award this year. He already has won some hardware in 2017, being named the Gold Glove winner at first for the third time. Goldschmidt has also won two Silver Slugger awards, and may not be done there either.
In just those seven seasons, Goldschmidt has already produced an impressive resume. He has a .299/.399/.532 batting line, with 176 homers and 232 doubles. One of the rare first basemen with speed, Goldschmidt has also stolen 117 bases in his career. It may not be a surprise if he puts together a 30-30 season at some point in the near future.
The only hurdle to Goldschmidt becoming the best player in Diamondbacks history may be how long he remains in town. He is signed through the 2018 season, although Arizona does hold a team option for the following year. An extension could make sense, but will the Diamondbacks be able to find the resources to get Goldschmidt the type of contract he would get in free agency?
Paul Goldschmidt has become the latest star for the Arizona Diamondbacks. If he keeps up this pace, and remains in the desert, his number could be retired when his career comes to a close.