In Episode 2 of Snakes Territory, we discuss Zac Gallen's gem on Wednesday in the Bronx, Merrill Kelly struggling in the series finale and Corbin Burnes' D-backs debut. We also give our thoughts on Ketel Marte's extension and preview the upcoming series against the Washington Nationals.

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In the debut episode of Snakes Territory, hosts Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers break down the Diamondbacks' opening series split with the Chicago Cubs. We talk Ryne Nelson's big moment, takeaways from the weekend, Zac Gallen's command struggles and more. Plus, we preview the upcoming series with the red-hot Yankees, who are waiting in the Big Apple with their Torpedo Bats.

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Special guest Nick Piecoro from the Arizona Republic joins to discuss Ketel Marte's hamstring injury and why the team chose Tim Tawa over Jordan Lawlar to replace him. We also take a closer look at the Marte extension, why the team ultimately did not trade Jordan Montgomery over the offseason and more.

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After a rough first half in 2024, Corbin Carroll looks the part of an MVP candidate in the albeit very young 2025 season. We discuss Carroll's contributions to the Diamondbacks' series win over the Baltimore Orioles, plus standout performances from Brandon Pfaadt, Merrill Kelly, Pavin Smith, Josh Naylor and Geraldo Perdomo. Finally, we provide an update on Ketel Marte's hamstring injury, a look at how the Diamondbacks might handle Ryne Nelson's usage moving forward and much more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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Should fans be concerned about Corbin Burnes and a struggling Diamondbacks pitching staff? In Episode 4, we discuss Burnes' second start of the season and the Diamondbacks' series loss to the Nationals. We also discuss our takeaways after 10 games, from Justin Martinez's dominance to Jake McCarthy's hitless streak.

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Jesse Friedman and special guest Alex Weiner from Arizona Sports discuss an NL West division that is already living up to its reputation as one of the most competitive in Major League Baseball. 

Should the Padres and Giants be taken seriously after their fast starts? Jesse and Alex also talk storylines from the Diamondbacks' 7-6 start, farm system notes on Ryan Waldschmidt, Jordan Lawlar and others, and a preview of the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers. 

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It wasn't a good weekend for the Diamondbacks, but they managed to salvage their series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. We discuss the win, including Jose Herrera and Geraldo Perdomo's contributions, and Eduardo Rodriguez's bizarre start to the 2025 season. 

We also take a look back at the rest of the Phillies series, specifically the narrative of Merrill Kelly leaving another start early due to a cramp. 

Finally, we preview the upcoming New York Mets series and discuss the latest news surrounding Corbin Burnes' shoulder injury. Could he join Madison Bumgarner and Jordan Montgomery as yet another poor free agent starting pitcher signing under general manager Mike Hazen? 

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The Diamondbacks notched a series win over the New York Mets at Citi Field behind a strong outing from Zac Gallen. We discuss why this one was different for the D-backs' right-hander. We also talked about Justin Martinez officially hitting the injured list, Shelby Miller getting the first crack at a save opportunity in Martinez's absence and the impending roster move with Ketel Marte expected to come off the injured list.

Finally, Jesse is joined by The Athletic's Matt Gelb to discuss the Diamondbacks' weekend series in Philadelphia against the Phillies. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snake Territory!

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It was a wild ride, but the Diamondbacks managed to squeak by the New York Mets on Wednesday by a final score of 4-3. Corbin Burnes tossed six innings of one-run ball, but was he as good as the numbers showed? Where do the Diamondbacks go from here after Justin Martinez showed another extreme drop in velocity? We also discuss the state of the Diamondbacks' starting rotation as April comes to a close, as well as the latest news on reliever AJ Puk. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory! Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.

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We recap a wild series against the Atlanta Braves, including a much-needed win in the finale on Sunday in which Brandon Pfaadt threw well. We also hit on Eugenio Suárez's four-homer game and the ongoing Justin Martinez saga.

Finally, we previewed the upcoming New York Mets series and answered your mailbag questions — from the timeline to call up Jordan Lawlar to Torey Lovullo's bullpen usage to which D-backs are most likely to represent them in the All-Star Game. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks lost another backbreaker to the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday in extra innings. Is the bullpen capable of holding up without AJ Puk and with Justin Martinez's status still up in the air? We also discuss Corbin Burnes looking like himself for four innings but struggling thereafter. Finally, we break down Ryne Nelson's up-and-down season and preview the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks had more than enough opportunities on Wednesday, but they ultimately lost an 11-inning, back-and-forth game to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Corbin Carroll hit two home runs and Eduardo Rodriguez pitched better than his final line, but Shelby Miller, Ryan Thompson and Rey Jameson had rough nights out of the bullpen and the offense was unable to get the big hit.

In this episode, we discuss all aspects of the game, plus injury updates on AJ Puk, Justin Martinez, Kevin Ginkel and Ketel Marte. We also discuss Tim Tawa's excellent play so far and how that could impact Jordan Lawlar's timeline. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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After a 3-for-41 start to the season, the Diamondbacks optioned outfielder Jake McCarthy on Monday and are expected to call up Jorge Barrosa from Triple-A Reno to replace him. How did we get here so quickly with McCarthy and what does he need to work on? 

We also discuss D-backs left-handed reliever AJ Puk hitting the injured list, and some potential injury concerns over right-hander Justin Martinez after he was deemed unavailable throughout the weekend. Finally, we discuss Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen's very different outings against the Chicago Cubs and preview the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays. 

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After taking an 11-7 lead in an epic 10-run eighth inning on Friday, the Diamondbacks lost in brutal fashion to Kyle Tucker and the Chicago Cubs by a final score of 13-11. 

Should Torey Lovullo have used Justin Martinez and AJ Puk despite their recent usage? Did Corbin Burnes finally look like himself after a subpar start to the season? Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers discussed all this and more in a postgame edition of Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks kept their momentum going on Wednesday with a 6-2 win over the Miami Marlins, and we went live on YouTube for the first time ever to talk about it. Brandon Pfaadt was excellent, Corbin Carroll notched another key hit and four Diamondbacks hitters homered, including Tim Tawa with the first of his career. We also made way-too-early comparisons between Josh Naylor and Christian Walker, as well as Pavin Smith and Joc Pederson. Is it too early to say that the Diamondbacks made the right decisions?

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After being outscored 11-0 in the first 17 innings of their series against the Brewers, the Diamondbacks found a way to pull off an impressive series win. We discuss a pair of big hits by Alek Thomas, Geraldo Perdomo's knack for drawing walks and Corbin Carroll staying hot. We also discuss a recent run of quality starts by the Diamondbacks' staff, Jalen Beek's emergence in the bullpen, whether Jordan Lawlar will be called up soon and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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It's official: The Diamondbacks called top prospect Jordan Lawlar up from Triple-A Reno on Monday prior to their series opener against the San Francisco Giants. To make room for Lawlar, they designated Garrett Hampson for assignment. Was that move surprising? What do we know about Lawlar's expected playing time and how might fellow newcomer Kendall Graveman contribute out of the bullpen?

We also answer a plethora of your mailbag questions, from how we feel about the Diamondbacks at the one-quarter mark of the season to whether it's time to call Jake McCarthy back up to the majors to which Triple-A relievers could contribute in the bullpen. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another episode of Snakes Territory.

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News broke late Sunday night that the Diamondbacks are calling up top shortstop prospect Jordan Lawlar. How has Lawlar performed this year in Triple-A and what should Diamondbacks fans expect? As a corresponding move, will the team send out Garrett Hampson or Tim Tawa?

We also discuss Kendall Graveman's likely return to the bullpen in advance of Monday's opener against the San Francisco Giants. Is Drey Jameson being called up, too?

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Corbin Burnes was everything the Diamondbacks could have hoped for in his return from shoulder trouble, tossing seven scoreless innings against Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 3-0 D-backs win. Eugenio Suárez added a 455-foot homer, and Corbin Carroll and Pavin Smith contributed offensively. We discuss Burnes' stellar performance and how it affects our view of him moving forward.

We also discuss Eduardo Rodriguez's horrendous outing on Friday night. How concerned should fans be? And is Brandon Pfaadt well on his way to a breakout 2025 season? 

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The Diamondbacks' offense wasted some early opportunities and a quality start from Merrill Kelly, dropping Wednesday's game and the series to the New York Mets. Should fans be concerned after five series losses in their past six?

We discuss Kelly overcoming his cramping issue — at least for a start — as well as Torey Lovullo's controversial decision to have Geraldo Perdomo attempt a sacrifice bunt in the third inning. We also revisit Tuesday's game, in which Zac Gallen became the first D-backs starter to complete seven innings. Finally, we previewed this weekend's series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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The Diamondbacks lost in familiar fashion on Friday as Zac Gallen struggled with his command and the offense remained stagnant. We discussed whether Gallen's issues are more mental or physical, and what specifically did not work for him on Friday. We also discuss a D-backs offense that has become too reliant on home runs, with both Ketel Marte and Gabriel Moreno delivering homers on Friday. 

Finally, we talk about whether Tim Tawa is deserving of more reps in center field over Alek Thomas, and what Justin Martinez's role will be now that he has been reinstated from the injured list. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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Corbin Burnes delivered yet another stellar performance, but Teoscar Hernandez's three-run homer proved too much for the Diamondbacks offense in a 3-1 loss at Dodger Stadium. We discuss Burnes' solid outing and the Diamondbacks' lack of timely hitting.

We also revisit Monday and Tuesday's games of the Dodgers series, breaking down Ryne Nelson and Brandon Pfaadt's outings and some good signs for Gabriel Moreno.

Finally, we discussed whether Jordan Lawlar really belongs in the majors and the latest injury news on Justin Martinez, Drey Jameson, Adrian Del Castillo and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks took 2 of 3 from the Colorado Rockies, but that one loss will be hard to forget. We discuss the latest D-backs bullpen meltdown that led to one of the more painful losses in franchise history. We also discuss Merrill Kelly and Corbin Burnes, who dominated in their starts over the weekend, and Zac Gallen, who did not. Plus, what's the latest on Justin Martinez and AJ Puk as they continue to work their way back from injury? Is it still possible that this D-backs bullpen could become an asset at some point later in the year? Finally, we preview the upcoming series against Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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Do the Diamondbacks have what it takes to keep up with Fernando Tatis and the San Diego Padres and Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers? Special guest Patrick Lyons from Rockies Insider joins to discuss the current state of the NL West and where the Diamondbacks fall in it. They also discuss the possibility that the 2025 Colorado Rockies will go down as the worst team in modern MLB history, and Patrick sheds some light on why the club recently relieved long-time manager Bud Black of his duties.

Finally, the guys spend some time appreciating Evan Longoria for his contributions to the Diamondbacks and his career as a whole after his recent retirement announcement. Join Jesse Friedman and Patrick Lyons on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks bent but did not break on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants, hanging on by a final score of 8-7 after leading 8-2 early on. Ketel Marte homered twice, but is he hurt after exiting the game early? Eduardo Rodriguez struggled once again. Could the Diamondbacks be close to making a change in the rotation?

Plus, we discuss Torey Lovullo getting ejected due to an obstruction call, and step back to get a larger view of how the Diamondbacks performed over a brutal stretch of games. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks dropped a trio of one-run games over the weekend against the St. Louis Cardinals and have now lost five in a row. We discuss the team's ongoing struggles with runners in scoring position and Corbin Carroll cooling off at the plate. 

We also break down Brandon Pfaadt's outing on Sunday and Justin Martinez's first outing off the injured list, and take a look at the NL Wild Card picture in 2025 versus 2024. Finally, we preview the Diamondbacks' upcoming series against Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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Paul Skenes did Paul Skenes things and the Diamondbacks lost their series finale to the Pittsburgh Pirates in blowout fashion, sealing their third straight series loss. Zac Gallen was plagued by walks yet again. The bullpen put up a combined 11.88 ERA in the series. 

How much blame goes to Torey Lovullo? We also discuss the possibility that Jordan Lawlar is headed back to Triple-A Reno, and the club's upcoming decision with Ryne Nelson's rotation spot as Eduardo Rodriguez inches closer to returning from injury. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks are reportedly making a flurry roster moves heading into this weekend's series against the Washington Nationals, optioning Jordan Lawlar and Kevin Ginkel to Triple-A Reno and bringing Ildemaro Vargas and Jeff Brigham to the majors. What was behind all of these moves? 

We also answer your mailbag questions on a variety topics, from Torey Lovullo's job security to the cause of the club's bullpen woes to Spencer Giesting's emergence as a prospect. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory! 

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Friend of the show Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic hops on with Jesse to discuss the Diamondbacks' options at the not-too-distant July 31 trade deadline. If the D-backs were to buy, what would they be looking for? Is there a scenario where they combine buying and selling as they have in the past? 

Nick also weighs in on Ken Kendrick's willingness to spend moving forward, early impressions of new pitching coach Brian Kaplan, Torey Lovullo's job security and more. 

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The Diamondbacks completed their second sweep in their past three series with a 5-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. Eugenio Suárez hit a go-ahead grand slam that put the D-backs up for good, and Eduardo Rodriguez delivered perhaps his best start as a member of the Diamondbacks. Could it be a sign of things to come? 

Plus, we talk Merrill Kelly continuing to dominate, Brandon Pfaadt taking a step forward and Josh Naylor notching eight hits in the series against Seattle. Finally, we discuss Alek Thomas' recent surge and the Diamondbacks' upcoming series against the San Diego Padres. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. 

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Things aren't great right now for the Diamondbacks. In the same weekend that they officially lost Corbin Burnes for the year to Tommy John surgery, they also suffered a three-game sweep at the hands of the Cincinnati Reds. 

With Burnes on the shelf, is there any reason to be optimistic that the rotation can turn things around? And how much of an impact did poor rain delay management have on the D-backs' ugly series in Cincinnati? Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers discuss those questions and much more in the latest edition of Snakes Territory.

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Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte went a combined 6-for-7 with four home runs in the Diamondbacks' 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Zac Gallen bounced back nicely with seven innings and three runs (one earned) allowed. The D-backs made a few noteworthy mistakes, but it was their best game in a while. 

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As if things weren't already going badly enough in Diamondbacks land, Corbin Burnes left his Sunday start against the Washington Nationals early with right elbow discomfort. What do we know so far, and what would it mean for the D-backs if he were to miss significant time? Specifically, where does Ryne Nelson's role stand after his surprise appearance in the bullpen on Saturday?

We also discuss other takeaways from the Nationals series, including sloppy defense on Friday, the first inning from hell on Saturday, Corbin Carroll's ongoing slump and more. Finally, we finish by previewing the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory! 

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As if the NL West was not already difficult enough, news broke on Sunday that the San Francisco Giants acquired star infielder/DH Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for LHP Kyle Harrison, RHP Jordan Hicks, OF James Tibbs and RHP Jose Bello. Why on earth did the Red Sox do this, and how good does it make the Giants? 

Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks won a crucial series over the San Diego Padres to improve their position in the NL wild card. We discuss Saturday's absurd D-backs comeback and other key moments from the series. Plus, the D-backs pitching staff continues to get hammered by season-ending elbow injuries, with Justin Martinez joining the fray and AJ Puk and Tommy Henry perhaps not far behind. 

Finally, we broke down some interesting comments from general manager Mike Hazen in a radio interview about his team's approach at the trade deadline. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for a packed edition of Snakes Territory!

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While it too early to say for sure how the Diamondbacks will approach the trade deadline, that didn't stop us from talking about which positions the team might most want to upgrade, along with the names of a few players that could be of interest. Among the names we disussed were Ryan O'Hearn of the Orioles, David Bednar of the Pirates and Ryan Helsley of the Cardinals. 

When it comes to the bullpen, should the Diamondbacks be looking to move Shelby Miller and Jalen Beeks into lower-leverage roles or only to supplement what they are already doing? Are we sure it makes sense for the D-backs to buy at all given all of the assets they would have to sell? 

We also talked about the Diamondbacks' pitching development issues, and why infield prospect JD Dix has yet to move up to Single-A Visalia. Finally, we previewed the upcoming series against the Toronto Blue Jays and took a look at MLB's first update for All-Star game voting. Are Ketel Marte, Corbin Carroll and Eugenio Suárez getting the love they deserve? 

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The bullpen was shaky yet again, but the Diamondbacks held on for a 9-5 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday, salvaging the finale of the three-game series. We discuss Ryne Nelson's stellar outing, Eugenio Suárez driving in four more runs and Anthony DeSclafani struggling to shut the door. We also discussed Gabriel Moreno hitting the 10-day injured list with a hand contusion. Could a more serious injury be lurking there? Plus, is Corbin Carroll okay after taking a pitch to the hand on Wednesday? Finally, we hit on some takeaways from the series, including the Diamondbacks' ailing bullpen, the performance of Eduardo Rodriguez and Brandon Pfaadt and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks lost their third game in a row, and once again, the bullpen played a central role in the loss. Is it possible that the D-backs could jump the trade market and strike an early deal for a backend reliever? We dive in to general manager Mike Hazen's comments on that topic on Wolf and Luke earlier on Wednesday. 

Also, we discuss the D-backs' recent offense struggles, the latest on Corbin Carroll after he took a pitch to the hand on Wednesday and whether Adrian Del Castillo could be called up soon to replace an injured Gabriel Moreno. Finally, is this D-backs' bullpen the worst in franchise history? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks appeared to be on track for another epic comeback on Friday night against the Miami Marlins, but this time they fell short. Merrill Kelly's outing started well but he limped to the finish line. Defensive miscues by Josh Naylor and Kelly himself cost the D-backs a pair of runs. The bullpen was subpar, allowing four runs after Kelly's departure. Should Torey Lovullo have gone to a different reliever than Tayler Scott with the game close? Is Josh Naylor going to be okay after exiting the game early? 

Plus, we dive in to some other D-backs injury updates, including Corbin Carroll and Justin Martinez, and have a larger conversation about whether the D-backs' medical staff is not doing its job properly. 

Finally, we discuss a pair of starting pitchers — Mitch Keller and Edward Cabrera — who could be targets for the D-backs at the trade deadline, and also Ketel Marte advancing to Phase 2 in All-Star Game voting while Corbin Carroll and Eugenio Suárez sit out. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for a live-from-Chase-Field edition of Snakes Territory. 

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The Diamondbacks were unable to complete a sweep of the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday as Zac Gallen turned in another clunker against a subpar team. What has been ailing Gallen lately? Would the D-backs be able to get anything in return for him at the trade deadline? Would it still be wise to give him the qualifying offer this offseason if he were to finish the season with the team? 

We also discuss the Chicago White Sox' gracious response to Ketel Marte's situation, putting a post out on social media and displaying a message on the big board at Rate Field. To make a donation to the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation in honor of Ketel's late mother Elpidia Valdez, visit https://dbacks.givingfuel.com/arizona-diamondbacks-foundation. 

Finally, we took a look at Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen's latest comments about the trade deadline in a story at ESPN. Is Hazen still likely to buy at the deadline? We also previewed the Diamondbacks' upcoming series against the Miami Marlins, a team that is better than you probably think. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks beat the White Sox for the second straight night, but their injury pile-up continued as they lost Ildemargo Vargas to a fractured foot. We discuss Ketel Marte staying hot offensively, Ryne Nelson continuing to deliver in the rotation and Alek Thomas coming through with a big hit against a left-handed reliever to put the D-backs out in front. 

We also discuss the onslaught of injuries, with Corbin Carroll officially landing on the injured list and Eugenio Suárez and Josh Naylor's situations both up in the air after they left Monday's game. How much time will Carroll miss? What's the outlook for Suárez and Naylor? What should we expect from Jake McCarthy in his return to the majors? And who will replace Vargas assuming he goes on the injured list? 

Finally, we discuss the Diamondbacks promoting Ryan Waldschmidt, one of their top prospects, to Double-A. Could we see Waldschmidt in the majors soon? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks' injury woes continued over the weekend as Gabriel Moreno was diagnosed with a hairline fracture in his right index finger and Corbin Carroll is headed for an MRI of his own. Plus, we learned more about Tommy Henry, A.J. Puk and Justin Martinez, all of whom had or about to have season-ending elbow surgery. 

As for the games on the field, the Diamondbacks won their series against the Rockies, but the offense sputtered in the finale as Brandon Pfaadt allowed another big home run. Was the series a success or should fans expect more? Regardless, Eugenio Suarez hit home run no. 300 and is raking — and should probably be an All-Star. 

We also discussed HB 2704, which was passed by the state senate on Thursday night, an integral step as the Diamondbacks look to secure their long-term home at Chase Field. What is coming next? 

Finally, we discussed the Diamondbacks signing catcher James McCann, previewed the upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox and checked in on how former D-backs starter Slade Cecconi is faring with the Cleveland Guardians. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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In a mailbag episode of Snakes Territory, we discuss what a Jordan Lawlar trade could look like at the upcoming trade deadline. What would they need in return to make it worthwhile? 

We also talk about Zac Gallen, who looked like his old self on Tuesday night in a dominant outing against the San Francisco Giants. Do he and new battery-mate James McCann have something special going? 

Finally, we answer an array of mailbag questions, from dream and realistic trade targets at the deadline, to what the Diamondbacks' roster would look like if they were to aggressively sell, to whether manager Torey Lovullo will stick around for the duration of his contract. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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The Diamondbacks reached a new low on Sunday as they got swept by the Miami Marlins and fell to five games behind in the National League wild card picture. Is it safe to say that Mike Hazen and company will sell given how the team has been playing lately? 

We also offer our takeaways from the Marlins series, including our thoughts on Brandon Pfaadt, Eduardo Rodriguez, Jake McCarthy and Jalen Beeks. What is fueling E-Rod's resurgence since coming off the injured list? Did manager Torey Lovullo mismanage the bullpen in the series finale? 

Finally, we take a look at the team's upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants. How has Rafael Devers played since being traded from the Boston Red Sox? What has held the Giants back lately? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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In his first game back at Chase Field, former Diamondbacks lefty Robbie Ray tossed a complete game with seven strikeouts. We discuss Ray's spectacular outing and his evolution as a starter since he left Arizona. 

We also discuss our takeaways from the Giants' series, from Torey Lovullo's decision to use Jake Woodford on Wednesday to Josh Naylor getting back in the lineup to Tim Tawa struggling with the bat. 

On the positive side of things, Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll appears to be on a fast track to return from his wrist fracture. Could we see him this weekend against the Kansas City Royals? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks lost their weekend series to the Los Angeles Angels, and, according to a report, they are going to sell at the trade deadline. The report adds that Zac Gallen, Merrill Kelly, Eugenio Suárez and Josh Naylor have been made available in trade talks. Will the D-backs trade all four of them? Should they?

We also give our takeaways from the Angels series and do a deep dive on the club's selections on Day 1 of the MLB Draft. Did the D-backs get a steal with prep shortstop Kayson Cunningham falling to No. 18? We also discuss our thoughts on No. 29 overall pick Patrick Forbes and No. 93 pick Brian Curley, both of whom are college pitchers with big fastballs.

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The Diamondbacks settled for a series split against the San Diego Padres on Thursday as Eduardo Rodriguez had a short night and the offense struggled when it mattered most. What was the primary issue for E-Rod on Thursday and what has held him back in his D-backs career as a whole? We also discuss the team's recent woes with runners in scoring position. 

Nonetheless, the Padres series wasn't all bad for the D-backs as Brandon Pfaadt twirled a gem for the club on Wednesday. Could his new cutter be the answer to his long-standing struggles again lefties? We also discuss James McCann's hot start with the club, check in on the NL wild card picture and preview the team's upcoming series against the Los Angeles Angels. 

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Merrill Kelly looked as good as ever on Tuesday but the Padres robbed not one but two D-backs home runs in a brutal 1-0 loss. The D-backs had numerous additional opportunities on offense but were unable to cash in. 

What made Kelly so effective in the win, and why was he removed with only 77 pitches after seven innings? We also discuss the latest on Alek Thomas, who was scratched prior to Tuesday's game with right knee soreness. 

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Finally, we have a larger discussion about potential bullpen additions for the Diamondbacks with the trade deadline approaching. Could the team still have interest in a rental for the remainder of 2025? Which pitchers with club control through the end of 2026 stand out as potential trade targets? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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As if the Diamondbacks' bullpen situation was not already dire enough, the club lost closer Shelby Miller on Monday to a right forearm strain that was announced just before the team's series opener against the Padres. What do we know about Miller's injury so far and how will the D-backs manage save situations in his absence? Could the Miller injury push the team more toward selling at the trade deadline?

Meanwhile, Zac Gallen once again looked like himself as he tossed six dominant innings with nine strikeouts against the Padres. Is Gallen officially back and what has caused this turnaround? Does his recent success only add to the incentive to deal him at the deadline?

Finally, we discuss our takeaways from the Royals series on Ryne Nelson, Eduardo Rodriguez and others, as well as some additional injury updates on Pavin Smith, Ryan Thompson and Ketel Marte. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks' second half started well on Friday as Brandon Pfaadt blanked the St. Louis Cardinals for seven innings and the offense jumped out to an early lead. Notably, Adrian Del Castillo delivered three hits in his return to the majors. What role should we expect Del Castillo to fill now that he's back in the big leagues?

We also dive in to what made Brandon Pfaadt so good for a second straight outing — the sweeper and cutter both come to mind — as well as the D-backs needing to get Kevin Ginkel up in the ninth despite having a 7-0 lead earlier in the game.

Finally, we discussed why Ketel Marte is on the restricted list and how much time we expect him to miss. Plus, we have significant injury updates on Shelby Miller, Gabriel Moreno and others. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this postgame edition of Snakes Territory!

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