ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS

D-backs call up top prospect Jarrod Parker

Sep 19, 2011, 8:21 PM | Updated: 9:38 pm

The Arizona Diamondbacks called up pitcher Jarrod Parker from Double-A Mobile.

Parker, the team’s top pick in 2007, has been rated the top overall prospect for the D-backs the past three years.

This is Parker’s first season since undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2009, and in 26 games has an 11-8 record with a 3.79 ERA and 112 strikeouts.

Over three minor league seasons Parker has recorded a 28-18 record and 3.49 ERA with 324 strikeouts in 70 games.

The 22-year-old right-hander will wear No. 56 in his first Major League stint.

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