D-Backs appoint Willie Bloomquist to front office

The Arizona Diamondbacks added another piece to their revamped front office Tuesday, naming Willie Bloomquist as special assistant to CEO Derrick Hall.

Arizona released a statement, according to multiple reports, making the hire official.

Bloomquist is expected to work on both the baseball and business sides of the organization.

The 14-year veteran retired as a player in March, spending three of those seasons with the D-Backs. Over his career, he batted .269/.316/.342.

Although he didn't win any major individual accolades, the longevity of his career is largely attributed to his versatility as a utility man.