Alan Zinter recalls key moments with Diamondbacks in 2004
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Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Alan Zinter, drafted 24th overall in 1989, made a brief major league impact with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2004. He had a memorable moment on September 28 against the Milwaukee Brewers, where his performance contributed to a dramatic extra-inning game. Zinter's career included numerous years in the minors, with major league appearances limited to 84. Though Zinter excelled in the minor leagues with a.258 batting average and 250 home runs, his struggles with defense kept him from a longer MLB career. His time in the big leagues culminated in pinch-hitting opportunities and limited starts, highlighting the challenges faced by players transitioning from minor league to major league success.
- •Alan Zinter was drafted 24th overall in 1989.
- •Zinter made 84 appearances in the major leagues, mostly as a pinch hitter.
- •He had a significant moment in a 2004 extra-inning game against the Brewers.
- •Across his minor league career, Zinter slashed.258/.355/.461.
- •His time with the Diamondbacks included limited opportunities due to defensive struggles.
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"The lifelong minor leaguer had one of the great moments of 2004
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