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Does spring training success carry over to the regular season?

Diamondbacks' Jordan Lawlar, left, smiles as gets a fist bump from Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) prior to a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, March 12, at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. Lawlar was among the D-backs' top offensive performers this spring.

(The Associated Press/Ross D. Franklin)

Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt, left, smiles as he talks with minor league pitching coach Doug Drabek as players work out during spring training baseball Thursday, Feb. 12 at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. Pfaadt posted an 0.90 spring ERA compared to a 5.25 ERA last regular season.

(The Associated Press/Ross D. Franklin)

Cincinnati Reds' Matt McLain smiles as he celebrates his run scored against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a spring training game, Friday, March 13 at Scottsdale Stadium. McLain just posted a 1.540 OPS in the Cactus League this spring, second only to Nolan Arenado's 2016 spring season since 2006.

(The Associated Press/Ross D. Franklin)

It’s MLB Opening Weekend, and Diamondbacks fans might be hopeful after seeing former top prospect Jordan Lawlar post a 1.052 OPS in spring training or Brandon Pfaadt put up an 0.90 spring ERA compared to a 5.25 ERA last regular season.

But how often does spring training success translate over to the regular season?

Well, it might depend on if you’re asking a hitter or pitcher. And it might depend on their role on the roster.

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