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Coming out of high school, Davidson was initially committed to the University of Southern California but quickly turned professional when he was drafted 35th overall in 2009 by the Arizona Diamondbacks, signing for an impressive $900,000. He began his journey in the minor leagues, demonstrating a wealth of potential as he ranked within baseball’s top 100 prospects from 2011 to 2014. By 2013, Davidson had reached AAA, showcasing his exceptional raw power and consistently posting impressive statistics, including two seasons with over 20 home runs and a standout campaign in 2011 where he drove in 106 runs.